Last night, churches, commercial centres, and public entertainment areas across Da Nang were crowded with local residents and visitors who came to celebrate the joyful and bustling atmosphere of Christmas.

Crowds packing at the Da Nang Cathedral

A child was taken to the Da Nang Cathedral by his parents

A large number of people pouring into local streets on Christmas Eve

Police officers being on duty to ensure traffic order and safety in the city

Young men being dressed up as Santa Clauses to deliver heart-warming Christmas gifts to kids

Christmas season is an opportunity for children to go out and have lots of fun with their family

A vendor selling animal-shaped balloons for kids getting dressed in Santa Claus costume

Innocent smile of children on Christmas Eve

Young girls posing for a photo to save their memorable Christmas moments

Images of Santa Claus are found everywhere

A young family posing for a souvenir photo

A young man with his son posing for a Christmas photo in a joyful ambience

 By XUAN SON, KHOI NGUYEN - Translated by MAI DUNG