Christmas atmosphere in Da Nang this year is somewhat quieter than it's been in years gone-by due to the impact of COVID-19. However, on Friday night, many Da Nang people flocked to streets to celebrate Christmas holiday and enjoy the last days of the year with their family members and friends but still following coronavirus precautions.

Christmas atmosphere in churches citywide is quieter than usual because Masses, this year, took place in the context of limited crowds over fears about COVID-19. Photo: X. SON

Many parishes praying and taking pictures of the Da Nang Cathedral from outside its gate. In the photo: A parishioner is live-streaming the Christmas atmosphere at the Da Nang Cathedral on her Facebook page. Photo: X. SON

This year, Christmas Masses at the Da Nang Cathedral go virtual at 7:30pm on December 24 and at 5:00 pm on December 25. Photo: X. SON

People posing for souvenir photos in front of churches. Photo: X. SON

Police officers were on duty to ensure traffic order and safety around churches. Photo: X. SON

People were seen wearing face masks in public places. Photo: X. SON

Young couple walking hand in hand on Christmas Eve. Photo: XUAN SON

The giant Christmas tree in front of the main entrance to the Vincom Ngo Quyen Trade Centre attracted a great deal of attention from local residents and visitors. Photo: NGUYEN LE

Some resorts, hotels and restaurants across the city have been decorated with brilliant Christmas trees. Photo: XUAN SON

Everyone wants to have pictures of Santa Claus and Christmas trees. Photo: NGUYEN LE

Two little girls posing for pictures in colorful Christmas dresses. Photo: NGUYEN LE

Cafes in the city are decorated with Christmas trees and gift boxes for guests to "check-in". Photo: XUAN SON

A woman taking photos with a Christmas tree at a café located on Tran Quy Cap Street. Photo: XUAN SON

This year’s Christmas atmosphere is somewhat less jubilant than previous years’ due to the impact of COVID-19, but not because of that, the holiday season lacks warmth. Photo: XUAN SON

 Reporting by XUAN SON, NGUYEN LE - Translating by M.DUNG