Sep 02, 2017
Vietnam National Day 2017
This Doodle’s Key Themes
Every year on September 2, the typical bustle and chaos of Vietnam’s major cities double, as families and friends gather for National Day. On this day, citizens celebrate with parades, marches, speeches, street parties, performances, and fireworks.
The celebration continues with today’s Doodle, which features the Temple of Literature – home to the country’s first university – as a tribute to education and the integral role it plays in the Vietnamese spirit. Since 1076, thousands of students have walked the Temple's immaculate gardens and studied in its stunning courtyards. Though the university no longer operates, the Temple remains as a monument in honor of academia – in fact, come here during exam period and you’ll find students paying homage for good luck.
Happy National Day, Vietnam!
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