In early June, visitors can easily spot lotus blossoms across the ponds in the northern province of Ninh Binh, home to the world cultural and natural heritage site of Trang An.
The full-bloom lotus pond nestles amidst majestic mountain ranges. (Photo: VNA) Visitors take photos at a lotus pond in Ninh Binh province. (Photo: VNA)
The lotus petals start off a light pink in the morning, gradually turning a deeper pink by noon. (Photo: VNA) Lotus has long been linked to Buddhism, nobility, and pure thoughts. The flower has become a symbol of the culture, spirit, and character of the Vietnamese people. (Photo: VNA) One popular spot to see the lotus blooms is Hang Mua tourist area in Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province. (Photo: VNA)
A map of Vietnam has been crafted using 5,000 lotus flower pots on the surface of Khong Tu Lake in Van Mieu Park, Cao Lanh city in the Mekong delta province of Dong Thap.
The northern Ninh Binh province has been actively promoting its local potential and advantages over the past few years by introducing various lotus planting projects alongside ecotourism. Join us to see more about the tourism model.
Kieu Cao Dung from Hanoi together with the Hali Import-Export and Trading Services JSC from Ninh Binh province utilise lotus stems to create a range of products imbued with the Vietnamese cultural identity, such as paper lotus flowers and paper fans.