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The tree, named Sri Maha Bodhiya, stands in Sri Lanka. It was said to be propagated from the famous Bodhi tree under which Siddhartha Gautama the Lord Buddha was sitting when he gained enlightenment. With permissions from the Sri Lankan Government and the local pagoda housing the sacred fig and support from the South Asian country’s embassy in Vietnam, the sapling was planted in Bai Dinh at a ceremony on March 25. The ceremony followed a pilgrimage starting March 21 by monks and Buddhist followers from the Vietnamese pagoda to Sri Lanka to bring the sapling back to Vietnam. The Bai Dinh pagoda is part of the local Trang An Landscape Complex that was recognised as a World Cultural And Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO./. VNA … [Read more...] about Sapling from world’s longest-living Bodhi tree planted in Bai Dinh pagoda

One of the highlights of Hanoi's friendliness is the shade provided by its many trees. Hanoi has made efforts to expand its green cover from the city center to its suburbs and ring roads, which has helped make the capital one of the most tree-covered cities in the world, according to a report by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). According to the US travel website Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guide platform, "Vietnam's charming capital has aged well, preserving ancient architecture amid modern development. Lakes, parks, shady boulevards, and more than 600 temples and pagodas add to the appeal of this city, which is easily explored by taxi." The website added that Hanoi is a welcoming and modern capital, yet retains ancient cultural values. One of the highlights of Hanoi's friendliness is the shade provided by its many trees. The city boasts old streets with typical trees, such as Phan Dinh Phung and Lo Duc streets, … [Read more...] about Hanoi among cities with most trees in the world

Many things on Con Dao Island leave deep impression on tourists. However, the first and most impressive one must be century-old tropical almond trees. In 1862, Governor of Cochinchina Bonard signed a decision to build a prison on the island. It was also the time first tropical almond trees were planted there. Since then, the trees have grown up and engraved the island’s history and trace of time. Con Dao’s tropical almond trees impress with their quantity, age and appearance. In Con Dao town, this kind of tree is everywhere: on streets, in Con Dao Prison’s outdoor space, in offices, along the beaches and in parks. These trees are very big with roots looking like giant pythons. In spring, the trees' leaves turn red, adding their color to Con Dao Island as seen from a far distance. When all the leaves fall, the trees with no leaf this time look like giant fossilized skeletons. However, after a short time, new buds appear, turning the trees into giant umbrellas to shade the town from … [Read more...] about In the shade of Con Dao’s tropical almond trees

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

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

The event was organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union, the Ho Chi Minh City chapter of the Vietnam Youth Federation, and the city’s Vietnam Students’ Association, with the support of the Ho Chi Minh City Power Corporation. During the event, Tran Thu Ha, Deputy Secretary of the Ho Chi Minh City Youth Union and Chairwoman of the city’s Vietnam Students’ Association, delivered a speech in which she stated that the running contest aimed to raise awareness about the importance of a green lifestyle. The city’s young people hoped to contribute to the common efforts of saving energy, protecting the environment, and preventing climate change. In addition to the running competition, various activities were implemented by the city’s youth unions on the morning of March 25. These included organizing sports activities to encourage young people to run 10,000 steps per day, as well as an Olympic Run Day for the health of the entire  in 2023. The youth unions also organized environmental … [Read more...] about Over 1,300 people join run in Ho Chi Minh City to mark Earth Hour

Authorities in Ho Chi Minh City are considering a plan to install roofs over suitable parts of the walkways of Le Loi Boulevard in District 1 at a cost of up to US$1.27 million to protect pedestrians from sunshine and rain. The municipal Department of Planning and Architecture recently submitted its scheme to the city’s administration aiming to improve the shopping road that was reopened last August after being closed for years due to the construction of the city’s first metro. As the large trees once located alongside the sidewalks were removed for the metro project, a roof system over them should be built to shield walkers and shoppers from the elements, according to the department. Accordingly, the Le Loi sidewalks with an average of 5.5 - 6 meters on each side will have a roof reaching out four meters, a departmental representative told Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper. Not only do they help block sunlight and rain, the future roofs can also create a lively cityscape for this … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City considers spending up to $1.27mn on downtown street roofing

Poetic beauty is created from the young green leaves of the trees, creating an attraction in the transition from spring to summer. In the midst of the changing weather, many streets in Hanoi have taken on a new green color as tens of thousands of Bucida molinetii have changed their leaves. The road along the To Lich River or the streets of Hoang Hoa Tham, Xa Dan, Nguyen Luong Bang are attractive photo spots for Hanoians as the rows of small trees turn bright green in the wet and foggy spring weather. The rows of Bucida molinetii on the banks of the To Lich River are in the growing season, creating a dreamy beauty. Poetic beauty is the result of the young green leaves of the trees, which are an attraction in the transition from spring to summer. The small-leaved Bucida molinetii was planted on Hanoi's roads a few years ago. The trees were planted to replace maple trees on some of Hanoi's streets. The … [Read more...] about Bucida molinetii with small green leaves, amazingly photogenic corners in Hanoi

The city will develop models of fruit growing by agricultural processes, which will be highly technological and follow world standards. Hanoi's agribusinesses are developing high-value orchards with a focus on sustainability, using high-tech production, VietGAP and organic farming, and planting area codes. Dien polemo planting area in Nam Phuong Tien Commune, Chuong My District. Photos: Anh Ngoc/ The Hanoi Times Over the years, Hanoi's agricultural industry has made great efforts to ensure pomelo is grown safely and organically. The city has developed two pomelo plantation areas that meet organic standards, which opens up opportunities for Vietnam to penetrate demanding markets such as the United States and the European Union. Hoang Thi Hoa, director of the Hanoi Agricultural Development Center, said the US Department of Agriculture gave the pomelo varieties high marks for quality and taste. After learning the USDA import regulations, the Municipal … [Read more...] about Hanoi develops high-value fruit plantations

Bach Ma National Park, which covers nearly 37,500 hectares, is about 40 kilometers northwest of Hue. It has a diverse ecosystem with over 1,700 animal species and 2,400 plant species, which accounts for nearly 17% of the total number of plant species in Vietnam. Admission to Bach Ma National Park is VND60,000 ($2.54). Early in March, 20-year-old Le Uyen Vy from Hue went on a tour with several friends to see Bach Ma National Park. The party left Do Quyen Villa, which is about 8 kilometers from the National Park, and proceeded down a path with slick rocks to reach Ngu Ho, a collection of five lakes that are near to one another. To make it simpler for tourists to hike around Ngu Ho, the national park management unit created iron and wooden staircases in several places. Visitors are advised to bring water, fruit, and snacks in ecologically-friendly packaging. The path is slippery and steep, so shoes with a good grip are … [Read more...] about Exploring magnificent waterfalls in Bach Ma National Park