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Around the end of December to March, the Southern region experiences a season of crimson leaves. It's the time when rubber forests synchronously shed their old foliage.
Japan, South Korea, Australia, the US, Canada... are renowned for their autumn foliage. Hanoi – the beloved capital of Vietnam also boasts a season of crimson leaves: 'Autumn, golden rice fields, crimson maple trees'... The Southern region has its maples too, but red leaves are a rare sight.
Yet, during the late winter and early spring, typically from late December to March, the Southern region still experiences a season of crimson leaves. It's the time when rubber forests synchronously replace their old foliage.
At this time, the ground is carpeted with fallen golden leaves. Meanwhile, the trees showcase a medley of yellow, red, and green leaves. The end of the year always brings gusts of wind, and with each breeze, leaves cascade down from the trees, creating a mesmerizing scene reminiscent of a fairy tale.
With a bit of imagination, one can envision a scene straight out of a magical fairy tale.
In recent years, rubber trees have been cultivated extensively, from the Southeast region to the Central Highlands, as well as in suburban areas like Cu Chi and Binh Chanh. However, the most sought-after spots for sightseeing and photography, especially for weddings, remain in the Southeast region.
Photography enthusiasts often embark on weekend motorcycle trips with friends to explore beautiful and expansive rubber tree forests in Dau Tieng, Tan Uyen, and Ben Cat districts in Binh Duong province. Alternatively, they venture further to districts such as Xuan Loc, Long Khanh, Trang Bom, and Thong Nhat in Dong Nai province, or to Bu Dang and Phu Rieng districts in Binh Phuoc province.
According to some young people, Binh Phuoc is the most convenient destination as beautiful rubber forests can be found everywhere. Otherwise, Binh Duong or Dong Nai are good options. For those seeking even closer locations, crossing the Cat Lai ferry to Nhon Trach and Long Thanh, where there are also many stunning rubber tree forests, is ideal as it is only about 70 kilometers away.
During the rubber tree leaf-changing season, farm workers and laborers in rubber plantations cease latex harvesting. This period is dedicated to tree maintenance and preparation for the next latex tapping season.
During this season, if you are early and lucky, you may witness laborers using blowers to clear thick layers of leaves near the tree base. The smoke from burning leaves, combined with sunlight filtering through the tree rows, creates mesmerizing light patterns.
Typically, most rubber plantations do not have fences, and plantation owners and workers are generally welcoming to visitors for sightseeing, relaxation, and photography. However, visitors are expected to refrain from damaging trees, meddling with latex extraction, or indiscriminately burning leaves, as these actions can lead to fires.
For a greater adventure and stunning photographs, explore the vast rubber forests in the Central Highlands. Here, the towering blue sky blends with the earthy hues of the trees, the golden red of the leaves, and the chilly mist in the air...
Handy Information
- Damp rubber forests with thick foliage and stagnant water can harbor some troublesome insects, including ants, mosquitoes, and the Anopheles mosquito (the culprit behind dengue fever). Hence, it's advisable to carry small insect repellent spray and mosquito repellent cream.
- It's best to avoid camping within the rubber forest.
- For safety reasons, refrain from traversing the rubber forest after 7 PM, whether alone or in a group.
Source: Tuổi Trẻ
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🌍 Source: Mytour 🌍📅 January 18, 2016 📅
