The enchanting Tường Vi Flower Street in Hanoi, a tale-like beauty, captivates the younger generation.

Stretching 200 meters within Thuc Canh Vietnam Park, the Tường Vi Flower Street in Hanoi has become a sought-after attraction for many in July.

For those born and raised in Hanoi, the eagerness for each passing flower season is a cherished tradition. Even for those who happen upon Hanoi at any time of the year, the vibrant floral display is sure to leave an indelible impression.

(Hanoi's twelve seasons of flowers - Composer Giang Son)

If you've ever been enchanted by the rows of ban flowers in February, the streets covered in white milk flower petals like March snow, surely you'll also be mesmerized by the romantic beauty of the July flower - bougainvillea. Every summer, during the hottest and most scorching days, the scent of bougainvillea fills the air with a gentle fragrance. The delicate, lush petals of bougainvillea gracefully curl around the stamens. Bougainvillea blooms in clusters at the tips of branches, forming dense, vibrant branches of pink flowers as summer arrives. As soon as other flowers fade and blend into the green of the leaves, it's time for bougainvillea to showcase its sweet beauty. Each year, there's only one season of bougainvillea blossoms, and everyone eagerly anticipates it.

A glimpse into bougainvillea flowers

As a flower species originating from East Asia, bougainvillea, also known as tu vi or hundred days red, has over 40 different varieties with various colors like red, yellow, white, and purple. However, in Vietnam, the most commonly planted bougainvillea is the pink variety. The bougainvillea plant has a small woody stem, with branches sprawling in all directions, adorned with thorns, and leaves arranged in a tuft. The plant tends to grow taller than average, so the gardeners carefully prune and shape the plants to showcase the blossoms at eye level for visitors to enjoy and capture in photographs.

The flourishing pink bougainvillea blooms vividly. As the petals fade, the pink hue softens. The vibrant pink color under the sunlight creates a poetic and romantic scene along Hanoi's bougainvillea street, with sweet and tender landscapes. Every year, there's a bougainvillea blossom season in late June, reaching its peak in July. The soft, radiant pink flowers weave bright pink patches on the backdrop of lush green leaves.

This flower is also intertwined with a legend about a beautiful princess named Tuong Vi, destined for tragic fate. Tuong Vi possessed unparalleled beauty, but according to an old man's prophecy, she would face many misfortunes. To avoid the predicted doom, the king hid her in a remote mountain pass. However, rumors of her beauty spread far and wide. Unfortunately, she fell seriously ill. Only the leaves of a white flower growing on a mountain peak between two abysses and a waterfall could save her. The king decreed that whoever found this flower would marry the princess. No one found the flower except a poor peasant. The young man appeared with the flower, and Tuong Vi and the peasant became husband and wife. However, not long after, the peasant had to go to war. Every day, the birds maintained communication between the two. Until one evening, Tuong Vi kept looking but received no sign from her husband. Knowing that her husband had sacrificed himself, she threw herself into the waterfall. There, the white flower from the past was discovered – the bougainvillea.

The bougainvillea street in Hanoi, located in the Vietnam Landscape Park

Adorned with sweet and romantic charm, bougainvillea is often planted for landscaping purposes. In Hanoi, bougainvillea lines streets like Nguyen Chi Thanh and Hang Trong Park. During the blooming season, the vibrant pink bougainvillea brightens the corners of the streets, enchanting and captivating anyone passing by. Streets with bougainvillea seem to glow with radiance. This flower, in its brilliant pink, under the golden summer sunlight, creates a scene of sweetness and romance.

Among them, the bougainvillea street in Hanoi, stretching 200 meters within the Vietnam Landscape Park, attracts many tourists for photo opportunities during the summer in Hanoi.

Situated on a 5-hectare land in Huynh Cung hamlet, Tam Hiep commune, Thanh Tri district, Hanoi, the Vietnam Landscape Park is adorned with various flowers and plants. The shaded and green space turns the landscape park into a small oasis in the heart of the capital. This is a garden where over 2,000 precious plant species are collected and cared for, creating a refreshing and lush atmosphere. In recent years, the bougainvillea street in Hanoi has become a highlight, attracting many visitors to explore, check-in, and capture photos every summer.

Although not far from Hanoi, this park feels like another world. It's truly a place for those who want to immerse themselves in greenery, embrace a refreshing and breezy environment, and escape the scorching heat of summer. The bougainvillea street in Hanoi opens its doors from 7 am to 6 pm daily.

Mid-July is the best time for the bougainvillea street in Hanoi, attracting the most visitors. The petals gracefully fall, creating a sparkling scene under the sun. Many believe that this street is as beautiful as a fairy tale.

Explore and capture photos on the bougainvillea street in Hanoi

The entrance fee to the Vietnam Landscape Park is 50,000 VND for adults and 30,000 VND for children.

Here, bougainvillea clusters reach high, and gardeners regularly trim and care for the flowers to grow at eye level, catering to the photography needs of tourists.

During the day, the best times for photography are early morning or cool evenings when the sun shines at an angle, highlighting the flower colors. To capture beautiful photos, wear bright and vibrant clothes.

How to get to the Vietnam Landscape Park

The Vietnam Landscape Park is located near National Highway 1A, just behind the People's Committee of Tam Hiep Commune, 1.5 km from the subway station, 1 km from Linh Dam Peninsula, and about 10 km from Hanoi Old Quarter. You can easily reach here by motorbike, bus, or taxi.

Other experiences at the Vietnam Landscape Park

July transforms Hanoi with the radiant bougainvillea, turning the corners of the streets into gentle and romantic scenes. The bougainvillea street in the Vietnam Landscape Park is equally enchanting. You don't have to venture far from Hanoi to immerse yourself in nature, greenery, strolling in the cool shade, and breathing in the fresh air. And don't forget to capture adorable photos on the most beautiful bougainvillea street.

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