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Once again, November heralds the time when many beautiful flower seasons bloom across the country in vibrant splendor.
Grab your backpack and embark on a quest to discover 5 stunning flower seasons in November
Explore Da Lat and marvel at the wild sunflowers
Wild sunflowers, a common wildflower in the Central Highlands and many northern highland provinces. However, when it comes to wild sunflower season, Da Lat is often mentioned as the place where one can truly experience a vast expanse of yellow spreading along the roads.
Not only marking the end of the rainy season, but the blooming of wild sunflowers also signifies the time when travelers flock to the city of Da Lat, to immerse themselves in the dreamy scenery and, above all, to be enchanted by the wild, untamed yellow of the sunflowers. Though not as large as sunflowers, they grow in bushes, creating a splendid carpet of yellow when in bloom. That golden hue seems to warm up the cold plateau alongside the sunlight, captivating anyone who passes by.
Wild sunflowers are at their most beautiful in the morning, when the winter sun is just rising, dew still clinging to the leaves and petals. You can encounter the golden sunshine of wild sunflowers anywhere, from the heart of the city alongside charming little villas, to the myriad of roads spreading out in all directions. To immerse yourself in the alluring yellow hue of wild sunflowers, opt for a motorbike as your companion, enabling you to traverse through various roads, hillsides, or narrow alleys where wild sunflowers vie in color and fragrance. The outskirts of the city are where wild sunflowers thrive the most.
Travel to Moc Chau to admire the white mustard flowers
The rainy days of November also signal the blooming of white mustard flowers throughout the highlands of Moc Chau, turning this place into a captivating rendezvous for travel enthusiasts and flower seekers. Unlike in Hanoi, where flower farms are confined to small fields, in Moc Chau, mustard flowers blanket entire hillsides, extending from one valley to another, covering vast expanses in a pure white hue.
Ethnic minorities cultivate mustard flowers to collect mature seeds for sale to oil pressing facilities. Therefore, the ideal time to admire the romantic white mustard fields standing out under the golden sun, akin to honey being poured, lasts only 2 to 3 weeks.
Travel enthusiasts often exchange whispers about wonderful spots to behold the beauty of these mustard flowers beyond the pine forests of Ang Village, the Ba Phach 1, 2, 3 areas, and the Ngũ Động Bản Ôn region.
However, the most beautiful and renowned area remains behind the pine forests of Ang Village, with dozens of hectares of mustard flowers blooming in a pristine white, where visitors can marvel at rows of mustard flowers captivating the eye, from their foothills to the hilltops…
Explore Hanoi's Beauty with Daisy Blossoms
Each season, distinct flowers paint Hanoi with unique charm. Yet, daisy blossoms remain a special highlight, defining a simple yet enchanting Hanoi. Gazing at these pristine white blooms, one feels the essence of winter.
Daisy blossoms are scattered along the banks of the Red River, in the Nhật Tân ward, beyond the Quảng An flower market, Tây Hồ district. As November draws to a close, witnessing these blossoms in full bloom amidst a sea of white is truly mesmerizing.
During these days, it's not uncommon to spot bicycles laden with daisy blossoms weaving through Hanoi's streets. These petite flowers, with delicate white petals surrounding a vibrant yellow center, bloom for only three short weeks before fading away. Perhaps it's this fleeting beauty that endears daisy blossoms to the people of Hanoi even more. Without pomp or vanity, they exude a gentle, pure beauty—simple yet intimate, profoundly familiar.
Discovering Ha Giang amidst Buckwheat Blooms
Mid-October to early November marks the buckwheat blooming season in Ha Giang. Originally planted for its seeds used in making cakes, these buckwheat blossoms, with their faint pinkish-white hue, create an ethereal, romantic landscape. Consequently, many young adventurers embark on highland journeys during this time.
In addition to Ha Giang, Lao Cai and Cao Bang also boast numerous buckwheat fields. Specifically, in Lao Cai, buckwheat thrives in northern districts like Simacai, Bat Xat, Bac Ha, and Muong Khuong. In Cao Bang, Trà Lĩnh and Trùng Khánh are the two areas with the most abundant buckwheat cultivation.
Explore Nghệ An amidst Sunflower Fields
The sunflower fields of Nghệ An span 100 hectares in the 19/5 farm, Nghĩa Sơn commune, Nghĩa Đàn district. Situated adjacent to the Hồ Chí Minh highway, during each blooming season, this vast expanse becomes an intriguing stop for young travelers seeking to discover the radiant, pure beauty of sunflowers.
Nghệ An experiences two sunflower seasons, in March-April and November-December. November is when the sunflower fields are at their most spectacular. To reach Nghệ An's sunflower fields from Hanoi, a one-day trip is sufficient for the entire journey, allowing ample time for sightseeing and photography amidst the blooms. Thus, you can easily add this destination to your weekend getaway list for a refreshing change of scenery.
By San San
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Reference: Travel Guide by Mytour
MytourOctober 20, 2016
