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Hanoi's autumn is a season of sudden showers, gentle breezes, and a hint of chill in the air.
Romance blossoms in Hanoi's autumn
Hanoi is embracing autumn, a time of unexpected showers, gentle breezes, and a subtle chill lingering in every corner. It's also a season of love, of longing that fills the souls of those Hanoians far from home.
In truth, Hanoi exudes beauty and charm in every season, but what sets apart its autumn is the gradually cooling air after a sweltering summer, when the sun's intensity wanes, and the stormy season recedes.
The golden radiance of Hanoi's autumn easily captivates the heart.
The golden radiance of Hanoi's autumn effortlessly enchants. The gentle morning sun paints a dreamy picture, infusing a fresh hue onto the ancient streets, enhancing the capital's inherent grace. It wins the hearts not only of Hanoians but also of visitors from afar, who come to love this Hanoi specialty.
Hanoi's autumn must be fully embraced to be truly appreciated.
Particularly enchanting as the season of golden leaves, the entire capital dons a majestic cloak along its streets like Phan Dinh Phung, Tran Phu, Hoang Hoa Tham, Hoang Dieu... Walking under a shower of leaves or treading upon golden carpets always leaves one spellbound and dreamy. Hence, when Hanoi transitions to autumn, it's imperative to fully immerse oneself in its essence.
Must-Try Experiences in Hanoi's Autumn
Witnessing Sunset at West Lake
Witnessing the autumn sunset at West Lake is an experience not to be missed.
If asked where the most peaceful place is, Hanoians would undoubtedly say “West Lake”. Despite the city's hustle and bustle, whenever you pause at any of the roads around the lake, you can fully embrace the serene beauty rarely found elsewhere.
Especially, West Lake is regarded as the most beautiful spot to admire the sunset in Hanoi. Every evening, wherever you stand around the lake, you can behold that romantic scene.
Amidst Hanoi's cool autumn weather, what could be better than a stroll around the lake, pausing to gaze at West Lake at sunset? These are fascinating experiences in Hanoi that will make your soul feel balanced and peaceful.
Savoring the autumn specialty, Vong village green rice flake cakes
Autumn in Hanoi not only brings romantic ambiance but also introduces unique specialties. The quintessential gift of autumn must include 'com' (green rice flakes) and its derivative products like 'che com' (sweet soup), 'banh com' (green rice cake)… fragrant and chewy, captivating the taste buds of Hanoi's culinary enthusiasts.
A true taste of autumn in Hanoi is savoring Vong village's renowned 'com' delicacies.
When mentioning 'com', one immediately thinks of Vong village, renowned for its long-standing tradition and fame in producing this dish. Walking along Hanoi's streets during this season, you'll easily encounter vendors selling 'com' wrapped in banana leaves, outer layers of lotus leaves, tied with straw to prevent drying.
To truly appreciate 'com', one must savor it slowly, allowing oneself to fully experience the fragrant, sweet flavor within each grain. Additionally, Hanoians often enjoy 'com' with ripe bananas or ripe persimmons, adding a unique and irresistible taste.
Admiring Long Bien Bridge in autumn
An experience you shouldn't miss in Hanoi's autumn is strolling and admiring Long Bien Bridge. Existing for over a century, Long Bien Bridge is not only a witness to Hanoi's great history but also a familiar spot evoking memories for many generations of Hanoians.
An experience you shouldn't miss in Hanoi's autumn is strolling and admiring Long Bien Bridge.
Walking along the bridge, you'll see lush green patches with banana groves, vegetable fields stretching far and wide, and flowering reed forests along the banks of the Red River and mid-river islands. On Long Bien Bridge, there are mobile vendors selling local specialties like star apples, guavas, sweet potatoes, or freshly caught shrimp and fish brought up from the river by local fishermen.
Especially, Long Bien Bridge under the afternoon sun of autumn days becomes even more romantically beautiful. What could be more wonderful than admiring the sunset, the golden rays gradually fading, blending with the ancient brown color of Long Bien Bridge.
All of this creates a stunning scene and becomes a source of inspiration for photographers, attracting many tourists to visit Hanoi for check-in. So, don't miss capturing those beautiful photos here.
Strolling along Phan Dinh Phung Street
Phan Dinh Phung Street is a peaceful street between two rows of lush ancient trees, known as one of the most romantic streets in Hanoi. And somehow, this street has become an icon of Hanoi's autumn.
Phan Dinh Phung Street is renowned as one of the most romantic streets in Hanoi.
When autumn arrives, the rows of old ancient trees along the road start shedding their leaves, covering the street with beautiful golden foliage that touches the heart. This already romantic scene becomes even more poetic. That's why every season, both professional photographers and amateur enthusiasts flock here to capture moments that happen only once a year.
Indulge in a glass of refreshing sour soup
How could one overlook the cool refreshing sour soup in Hanoi's autumn? Simply a common fruit soaked in sugar, yet sour soup becomes a Hanoi specialty that enchants many with its sweet and sour taste, mingling with the fragrant aroma of ginger.
How could one overlook the cool refreshing sour soup in Hanoi's autumn?
You can find this beverage almost anywhere on the sidewalks, alleys in Hanoi. On a chilly day, enjoying a glass of sour soup while chatting with friends amidst the streets will make your autumn afternoon more complete and meaningful.
Warm your stomach with a bowl of steaming hot rice cake
When the weather in Hanoi turns autumn, leaving behind the cold atmosphere without indulging in hot rice cake is a big miss. Not necessarily fancy, but hot rice cake is a delightful treat that enchants many Hanoians in the evening.
What could be better than enjoying a steaming hot bowl of rice cake in Hanoi's autumn?
A bowl of hot rice cake is incomplete without minced pork, fried shallots, and coriander. People often scoop the thick rice cake into a small wide-mouthed bowl, then add minced pork, fried shallots, and coriander on top, finally pouring broth with a little oil.
The rich texture of the dense rice cake, combined with the savory minced pork, fragrant fried shallots, coriander, and the sweet and sour taste of the broth, creates a perfect dish. Adding a bit of northern pepper and chili powder makes this bowl of rice cake even more delicious.
Admire the pure white beauty of Hanoi's milk flower blossoms
When autumn comes to Hanoi, it's also the time when the fragrant scent of milk flowers begins to spread throughout the streets and alleys. This flower has become a symbol of autumn, deeply ingrained in the memories of many generations.
People still tell stories about long streets with gentle autumn breezes, delicately scented with milk flowers, as if it were a piece of Hanoi's soul. The pure white flowers, clustered together in small bunches, create a vast white sky. Just one milk flower in bloom is enough to fill a street corner with its sweet fragrance.
This flower has become a symbol of Hanoi's autumn.
These flowers are often seen on familiar streets like Nguyen Du, Le Duan, Quan Thanh. Although not everyone adapts to that scent, trying once to inhale the scent of milk flowers on Hanoi's streets will be an experience you should try when visiting Hanoi during this season.
Enjoying late-night rib and cartilage porridge
Rib and cartilage porridge has long been a popular snack enjoyed by many in Hanoi. People indulge in rib and cartilage porridge at any time of the day, any season of the year, but perhaps it's most suitable on cool autumn nights.
Despite the passing years, the flavor and ingredients of these bowls of rib and cartilage porridge remain unchanged. The porridge is carefully cooked with ribs and cartilage. When eating, people often add fried bread sticks and shredded pork. It's a humble and simple dish, yet its flavor is rich and irresistible.
Despite the passing years, the flavor and ingredients of these bowls of rib and cartilage porridge remain unchanged.
Perhaps in the minds of many Hanoians, the city is cramped, bustling, and full of exhaustion, leading many to leave. However, after being away from the city for too long, one begins to feel nostalgic and suddenly realizes the beauty of Hanoi, especially in autumn. So if you have the opportunity to travel to Hanoi during this season, you must experience all the tranquility and simplicity that only Hanoi autumn can offer.
According to dulichvietnam.com.vn
