Blossom to bloom

March is the season when Ban flowers bloom all over the northwest mountains. Visitors can immerse themselves in the wild and majestic beauty of nature. Roads are becoming surrounded by white Ban flower blossoms, creating a gentle, poetic, and romantic scene. Visitors to Son La can take in beautiful moments and immerse themselves in the light fragrance of Ban flowers. With a pure and gentle beauty, Ban flowers attract a lot of tourists, especially during the spring. Ban flowers represent the fairies of the mountainous region. It is one of the most striking flowers in Son La and the northwestern region in general./. VNA … [Read more...] about Ban flowers bloom white in Son La province

With the fresh flowers blooming in all parts of Hanoi, Hanoians often remind each other that Summer is just around the corner. March is the time for Hoa Gao or Bombax Ceiba, which literally means "rice flower" in Vietnamese. All the old leaves fall off, leaving the tree with only flowers. The trees now look like a burning torch with hundreds of red flames. The enchanting red color of the blooming flowers reminds Hanoians of their childhood. The quiet happiness of the old days when the street was still almost empty and modern high-rise buildings had not yet obscured the beauty of Bombax Ceiba. Once a year at the end of March, the "rice flower" trees at Thay Pagoda in Sai Son Commune, Quoc Oai District, Hanoi, bloom, creating a unique beauty for the ancient Buddhist temple. The bright red color of the flower helps to dispel the gloomy weather of the late Spring days and lights a small fire of joy in the … [Read more...] about Bombax ceiba tree blooms in streets to herald Summer in Hanoi

The expat community is often made up of fascinating, knowledgeable, and talented individuals. They choose to become expats and move to another country due to job requirements, a desire for freedom, adventure, or a love for the culture, lifestyle, and people of that country. In recent years, Vietnam has become an ideal destination. Many people choose Vietnam for the opportunities to develop their talents, increase their income, and get a stable life. Simultaneously, strong economic integration has also led to an increase in the number of foreign experts sent to Vietnam by international companies and corporations. Combined, these factors have contributed to the blossoming expat community in major cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. The expat community is often categorised as a high-income group. They have experienced all sorts of high-class living spaces before, which explains their strict requirements for the home. In Hanoi, Tay Ho is a popular destination for the elite … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s status as one of world’s most livable countries brings real estate opportunities

Vietnam was the seventh best destination in the world for expats, according to the 2022 Expat Insider survey by InterNations, which threw up opportunities for the country's real estate. 84% of expats in Vietnam said they are happy with their lives compared to a global rate of 71%. Several factors have contributed to the blossoming of expat communities in major cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. Many people choose Vietnam for the opportunities it offers to develop their talents, increase their incomes and achieve a stable life. Strong economic integration has also led to an increase in the number of foreign experts sent to Vietnam by international corporations. The expat community is often categorized as a high-income group. They have experience of all kinds of high-class living spaces, which clearly explains the strict requirements they have for their homes. Like successful young Vietnamese, they place a strong emphasis on criteria such as diverse facilities, spacious … [Read more...] about Expat community a force reshaping Vietnamese real estate

Below is a list of Hue's four most popular dishes that define the noodle section of Hue cuisine. Bun bo - Hue-style beef noodle soup Herbs and bean sprouts are added to Hue-style beef noodle soup. Photo by VnExpress/Ngoc Tran Among all the popular dishes that originated in Hue, bun bo boasts the most widespread popularity throughout Vietnam and even abroad as well. You can easily find this beef noodle soup sold everywhere, from street stalls and local markets to luxury restaurants. In most other cities across Vietnam, the vermicelli used in bun bo are thick. But in Hue, you can savor different types of vermicelli, including thick noodles and smaller thinner noodles. Some foreigners compare these finer noodles to angel hair pasta from Italy. A piece of pig trotter, one or two sizable pieces of blood pudding, a beef roll, and thinly sliced boiling beef are the most common ingredients in a bowl of bun bo . The price ranges from VND20,000 (84 cents) per … [Read more...] about Hue’s fantastic four noodle delicacies

Indian photographer Prabu Mohan captured this photo of a blooming red silk-cotton tree in Ninh Binh, Vietnam in March. He wrote: "March is the time for ‘hoa gao' (literally rice flowers in English), a loving Vietnamese name for Bombax Ceiba, in full bloom. All the old leaves fall down, leaving the tree with only flowers. The trees now look like a burning torch with hundreds of red fires. ‘Hoa gao’ is also called by many other beautiful names in English such as Malabar silk-cotton tree, red silk-cotton, red cotton tree or kapok. In Vietnam, rice flowers are associated with the spring in the northern parts of the country. So March is one of my favorite times of the year to go looking for ‘hoa gao' trees in the countryside of northern Vietnam. These vibrant red silk cotton trees complement the green rice fields during this month. The one in the photo is my favorite and was captured in Yen Mo District, Ninh Binh Province. After visiting here a couple of times, I managed … [Read more...] about Photo of the Day: Red silk-cotton flowers in northern Vietnam

Japan-Vietnam Friendship Association in Chukyo region and Yokoi Mould Vietnam Co. , Ltd present 120 sakura trees to Bac Giang (Photo: VNA) Bac Giang (VNA) – A Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange event was held in the northern province of Bac Giang on March 19, as one of the activities in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic ties. Visitors to the event had a chance to experience an AR (augmented reality) technology cherry blossom (Sakura) garden, enjoy typical cuisine of Japan and Bac Giang, wear traditional Japanese and Vietnamese costumes, visit Tay Yen Tu spiritual - ecological tourism complex, and visit booths showcasing OCOP (One commune-one product) products of the province. On this occasion, the Japan-Vietnam Friendship Association in Chukyo region and Yokoi Mould Vietnam Co., Ltd presented 120 sakura trees to the Vietnamese locality to be planted at the complex. Japanese Deputy Ambassador to Vietnam Watanabe Shige showed his … [Read more...] about Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange event organised in Bac Giang

Visitors to the event had a chance to experience an AR (augmented reality) technology cherry blossom (Sakura) garden, enjoy typical cuisine of Japan and Bac Giang, wear traditional Japanese and Vietnamese costumes, visit Tay Yen Tu spiritual - ecological tourism complex, and visit booths showcasing OCOP (One commune-one product) products of the province. On this occasion, the Japan - Vietnam Friendship Association in Chukyo region and Yokoi Mould Vietnam Co., Ltd. presented 120 sakura trees to the Vietnamese locality to be planted at the complex. Japanese Deputy Ambassador to Vietnam Watanabe Shige showed his hope that these trees will grow up well and create beautiful landscapes to serve tourists. Since 2015, more than 700 sakura trees – a symbol of Japan – have been granted to Bac Giang. Source: VNA … [Read more...] about Vietnam-Japan cultural exchange event organized in Bac Giang

Visiting the northern mountainous province of Lai Chau at this time of the year provides an ideal opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the docynia indica flower. Docynia indica flower is mainly grown in the northwestern provinces of Son La, Yen Bai, Lao Cai and Lai Chau. The fruit of this kind of tree can be mixed with alcohol and honey. Mong ethnic minority girls embroidering flower skirts, young men playing the flute or children playing under docynia indica trees have become the topic of many artists and poets. Docynia indica trees are in different areas in Lai Chau with Dao San, Sin Ho, Sin Suoi Ho and Ta Leng being the hubs. However, the fruit in Dao San has a better taste. Docynia indica trees can develop well in unfavourable weather conditions. Lai Chau is also covered by white plum blossoms and the yellow colour of wild cabbage flowers. … [Read more...] about Docynia indica flower season in Lai Chau

Hanoi is currently experiencing red silk cotton flower season. About 40 kilometres from the city centre, Doan Nu Village is home to around 30 red silk cotton trees whose scientific name is Bombax ceiba. The village attracts many people who come to take photos in the red silk cotton flower season. This kind of tree is a symbol of Vietnam’s rural areas. A red silk cotton tree on a rice field in Doan Nu. A red silk cotton tree on Giai Phong Street. The campus of the National History Museum is home to a red silk cotton tree. An ancient red silk cotton tree on Tran Khanh Du Street in Hoan Kiem District By Hoan Kiem Lake With the humid weather, spring is the season for red silk cotton trees to bloom. The tree is widely grown in southeastern Asian countries, including Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines and Indonesia. … [Read more...] about Red silk cotton flower season in Hanoi