Since early December, shopping malls, squares, and main streets in Hanoi have been decorated to welcome Christmas.

Stars, ornaments, and gift boxes are on display at the gates of Trang Tien Plaza.

A day full of sunshine encourages young people to check out Hanoi’s Christmas corners.

The Metropole Hanoi Hotel is decorated with Christmas tree, wreaths, and toy soldiers.

It’s time to buy Christmas decorations and gifts for loveds ones.

Chocolate bars from Maison Marou are popular with both Vietnamese and foreign customers.

St. Joseph's Cathedral was beautifully decorated inside and outside every year before COVID-19.

This year, however, due to the pandemic and interior renovation work, visitors can only enjoy an outdoor nativity scene.

Hang Ma street is always crowded with customers at this time of year.

The street sparkles with Christmas lights and decorations.

People search for just the right gifts for their family and friends.

Small Christmas trees cost 10-25 USD. They are very popular because of their reasonable price.

A Christmas costume costs about 6.5-13 USD.

Christmas revenues are not strong this year due to COVID-19. The authorities have been monitoring shops to make sure there are no large gatherings.