Hanoi, Sept. 12 -- A solemn incense-offering ceremony was held at the Ho Chi Minh Temple on the peak of Mount Vua in Ba Vi National Park, Hanoi, on September 12 to mark the 56th anniversary of the President's passing and the successful organisation of the celebration of the 80th August Revolution and National Day anniversary.

The ceremony drew the participation of Deputy Prime Minister Ho Duc Phoc; Acting Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang; leaders of ministries, central agencies, Hanoi, and Phu Tho province; along with numerous officials and citizens.

In a deeply respectful atmosphere, delegates recalled that 56 years ago, at 9:47 am on September 2, 1969 (the 21st of the seventh lunar month, which falls on September...