Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk visits Hoi An Ancient Town
On the morning of October 24, as part of his official visit to Vietnam from October 24-26, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, accompanied by a high-level Polish delegation, visited the Ancient Town of Hoi An in Da Nang City.
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| Prime Minister Donald Tusk visits the monument of Polish architect Kazimierz Kwiatkowski in Hoi An Ancient Town. (Source: TTXVN) |
Welcoming Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his delegation in Hoi An Ancient Town was Nguyen Thi Anh Thi, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Da Nang City, along with local government representatives. City leaders presented flowers and extended a warm welcome to the Prime Minister and the delegation visiting Hoi An.
During the visit, Prime Minister Donald Tusk laid flowers and paid tribute at the monument of Polish architect Kazimierz Kwiatkowski, affectionately known by locals as Kazik.
During his lifetime, architect Kwiatkowski made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of the values of the ancient urban area of Hoi An, the My Son relic site, and the Complex of Hue Monuments. His efforts helped Hoi An and My Son gain recognition as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. He was also the first to recognize the unique value of Hoi An Ancient Town.
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| Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk interacts with the youth of Da Nang in Hoi An Ancient Town. (Source: TTXVN) |
The process of researching and compiling the dossier for UNESCO recognition of Hoi An as a World Heritage Site spanned nearly 20 years, facing numerous challenges, yet he never lost heart.
On December 4, 1999, Hoi An Ancient Town was officially recognized as a World Heritage Site. The substantial contributions of the late architect Kwiatkowski to the preservation and promotion of Vietnam's cultural heritage have become a symbol of friendship and the close relationship between Vietnam and Poland.
Following the commemoration activities, Prime Minister Donald Tusk and the delegation strolled through the ancient streets, visited several cultural and historical relics, and enjoyed art performances welcoming the delegation.
In a warm atmosphere, a large number of locals and tourists gathered along the streets to greet the Polish Prime Minister. Prime Minister Donald Tusk cheerfully interacted, shook hands, and took commemorative photos with the locals and tourists, creating a friendly image during his visit to the World Heritage Site of Hoi An.
The visit of Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk to Hoi An Ancient Town highlights the traditional friendship and cultural exchange between Vietnam and Poland.
