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Countless times, I've proudly shared with my international friends about the autumn of my homeland. A season of warmth and tradition. And countless times, my friend has wondered why I'm so proud of Hanoi's autumn. Every time, I just chuckle and say, 'Visit Hanoi during autumn days, and you'll understand.' Because only those who have lived in Hanoi, experienced the tranquil days of autumn here, can fully grasp the incomparable beauty of this Old Quarter.
Ultimately, whether you come or stay, everyone has their own unique reasons to fall in love with the subtle, lush, and smooth charm of this 'lady' of Hanoi.
1. Hanoi's autumn paints its streets with golden leaves.
For ages, Hanoi has been renowned for its tree-lined streets like Kim Ma, Nguyen Tri Phuong, Phan Dinh Phung, Hoang Hoa Tham, etc., always delighting visitors on every visit. I'm convinced this is the first reason why people fall in love with Hanoi and find it hard to leave.
These already charming streets become even more beautiful during autumn days. The scenery bursts into an irresistible golden hue. The golden sunlight blends with the yellow leaves, creating a surreal atmosphere that makes everyone passing by want to linger for a moment.
People seek out these leafy streets to stroll under the shade of giant trees, to snap a few photos together under the autumn sun, to immerse themselves in the vibrant golden hues of the autumn sky and earth. It can be said, there's always a reason for people to remember, to cherish, to return to this old but stunning corner of the city.
If you happen to visit the capital during autumn days, make sure you find a Hanoi hotel nearby these streets because you can take advantage of the time when Hanoi is still asleep, biking along the golden leaves, enjoying the fresh and peaceful atmosphere of early morning. Trust me, you will feel an indescribable sense of serenity that cannot be found anywhere else, except in Hanoi.
2. Hanoi's autumn is filled with bicycles carrying bouquets roaming the streets.
The beauty of Hanoi's autumn would not be complete without these small bicycles carrying bouquets weaving through the alleys. There's nothing too remarkable about it. Just a flower seller smiling warmly, occasionally watering the flowers to keep them fresh. Here are the bright sunflowers in one corner, there are the golden daisies gathering the autumn sun, and even the clear lotus of autumn sky. These very ordinary flowers, under her caring hands and kind smile, burst into vibrant colors, remarkably beautiful. Perhaps that's why people keep stopping to buy her morning dew bouquets. This beautiful image contributes to the whole painting of Hanoi's autumn filled with flowers.
It's not difficult to come across these bicycles filled with 'autumn' like this. They are everywhere, along the streets, or sneaking through the ancient corners. At that moment, you will surely want to buy yourself a bouquet to cherish, to pamper.
3. Hanoi's autumn is the warmth of children's hearts with packages of warm sticky rice.
In my memory and in the memories of many northern people, there is nothing more delightful than the fragrant gifts of autumn. They are not expensive dishes but they make us endlessly happy even when we are grown up.
Autumn is the season of young sticky rice. At this time, we often boast about the fragrant packages of sticky rice, carefully wrapped in two or three layers of lotus leaves. Perhaps nothing is as enjoyable as sitting together, enjoying this evening gift with bananas. Everyone has to eat slowly, afraid of running out of this delicious gift too quickly.
To buy a package of fragrant sticky rice, one can find the small charming rice sellers on bicycles or make the effort to go to the Vong village. In this famous village area, you will not only get to eat sticky rice but also witness firsthand how it is made.
If you're keen on experiencing life with the rice cake makers in Vong village, finding a Hanoi hotel that suits your preferences won't be too difficult, I assure you. There are quite a few hotels, guesthouses around this area such as Esalen Hotel, Yen Hotel, Saki Hotel, etc., so you just need to focus on 'learning the craft' without worrying about accommodation.
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