Top 10 Most Beautiful Lotus Lakes in Vietnam Perfect for Photography

Scattered throughout Hanoi are numerous lotus villages, but the most beautiful and beloved remains West Lake Lotus Lake. West Lake was once known for its vast lotus ponds such as Sister Pond, Seven Pond, but now the area for growing lotus has gradually narrowed. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the crowded urban area, West Lake Lotus Lake is a cool, gentle green space, becoming a highlight of Hanoi tourism every summer.

The ideal time to stroll around West Lake Lotus Lake is in the dreamy morning or cool afternoon when the cool, pure fragrance of lotus permeates the space. Amidst the dreamy emerald green backdrop, hundreds of pink lotus flowers suddenly emerge.

At West Lake, we not only admire the romantic, pure beauty of the lotus pond, take beautiful photos with the pink lotus flowers, but also can buy famous lotus-infused tea from Hanoi as gifts for loved ones.

If you have the chance to travel to Phan Thiet, don't forget to visit Bau Trang or also known as Lotus Lake! Mui Ne Lotus Lake is located about 62 km northeast of Phan Thiet city, in Hoa Thang commune, Bac Binh district. Bau Trang is a rare large freshwater lake located on the white sand area, divided into 2 parts by a sand dune, often called Bau Ong and Bau Ba. Around Bau Ba, many lotus flowers are planted. The locals mainly grow lotus for harvesting seeds and buds. Growing lotus here has created a unique scenery because there has never been “lotus and sand dunes” next to each other.

Anyone who comes to Bau Trang will feel like it's an extremely peaceful and romantic oasis in the middle of a hot white sand desert. The ideal time to visit Bau Trang is from April to August in the lunar calendar because this is the blooming season of lotus flowers. Standing by the lake or sitting on the wooden bridge, you can see everywhere is the pink color of lotus flowers. Try coming here once to enjoy the wonderful scenery of the lotus lake, to freely take photos with friends and family.

When visiting Huế in the summer, tourists can admire numerous ancient lotus lakes along the inner city with the fragrant scent of lotus flowers. Lotuses flourish in the lakes around the northern part of the ancient citadel or along the Ngự Hà River passing through ancient stone bridges. But the most famous must be the lotuses at Tịnh Tâm Lotus Lake. This was the most beautiful artificial royal garden in the imperial capital of Huế during the Nguyễn dynasty and is one of the 20 beautiful landscapes of the Former Imperial Capital.

According to historical records, lotuses at Tịnh Tâm Lotus Lake were originally grown to serve cuisine for the king and royal court. Due to the unique soil structure and rich silt at the bottom, Tịnh Tâm lotus seeds are extremely fragrant and nutritious, incomparable to anywhere else. Despite the ups and downs, Tịnh Tâm Lotus Lake still maintains the brand of the “former imperial capital's number one”.

However, due to the devastation of war, time, and human activity, the beauty of Tịnh Tâm Lotus Lake and its famous lotus species have gradually declined. With the efforts of Thừa Thiên Huế province, particularly the Hue Imperial City Heritage Conservation Center and the local residents living around the heritage site, Tịnh Tâm Lotus Lake has gradually been restored. Nowadays, every month and year, Tịnh Tâm Lotus Lake once again becomes lush green with royal lotuses.

Đầm Long Ecotourism Area located in Bang Ta hamlet, Cam Linh commune, Ba Vi is not only known as an entertainment destination for young people and a nature reserve for wild animals but also famous for the vast and most beautiful lotus lake in the Ba Vi region.

Escaping the hustle and bustle of Hanoi, visitors here can immerse themselves in a dreamy landscape with the gentle scent of lotus flowers spreading in the air. Living under the muddy layer does not diminish the beauty of lotus flowers; on the contrary, in the muddy soil, lotus flowers fully display their strengths – strength and elegance. The faint fragrance is neither harsh nor intense, its sweet and gentle scent refreshes the stifling atmosphere, the heat of summer.

As a natural wonder, when mentioning lotus ponds, no one can forget the lotus lake in Đồng Tháp with the folk verse ingrained in history: “Tháp Mười boasts the most beautiful lotus blooms/Vietnam is most beautiful with Uncle Hồ's name.” Tháp Mười Lotus Pond is located in Mỹ Hòa commune, Tháp Mười district, about 39 km from Cao Lãnh city. Đồng Sen Tháp Mười is currently one of the most captivating tourist destinations in the Mekong Delta region. The image of young girls in conical hats rowing boats amidst Đồng Tháp lotus ponds has become familiar to the Vietnamese people.

If lotuses in the North only bloom in the summer, the lotuses in Đồng Tháp are very special, as they bloom all year round. Lotuses are present everywhere in Đồng Tháp, and during the flooding season (from August to November every year), along with the richness of local produce and the enchanting landscapes, the sweet scent of lotuses attracts tourists to the marshy ponds.

Visiting Đồng Tháp lotus ponds, you not only immerse yourself in the poetic, romantic scenery of endless lotus ponds but also have the opportunity to row boats, fish, and pick lotus flowers with the locals, and savor specialties of the Western region such as grilled snakehead fish wrapped in lotus leaves, braised carp, lotus seed sweet soup...

June marks the blossoming of lotus ponds in La Chữ, Hương Chữ commune, Hương Trà district, Thừa Thiên Huế province, adorning the fields with their captivating beauty, attracting everyone who passes by to stop and admire.

La Chữ belongs to Hương Chữ commune, Hương Trà district, Thừa Thiên Huế province. This village is known for its picturesque landscapes. In the summer, the lotus fields here become a charming destination for domestic and international tourists. Lotus blooms in the muddy ponds, surrounded by lush green leaves, resembling small flames. The emerald green of the lotus leaves, the gentle pink of the lotus flowers, and the golden hues of the stamens create a harmonious color palette, painting a picturesque scene that is beautiful from every angle.

The Huế lotus is not only known as the national flower of Vietnam but also embodies the beauty of Huế women. And when lotus season arrives, young ladies dress in áo dài to capture photos with the radiant pink lotus flowers.

Located in Long Phước commune, District 9, 20 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, the scenery of Rừng Hoang Bảy Mẫu (Seven Fairies Forest) is quite peaceful, with a countryside road leading in, rustic and charming, with canals, rice fields, coconut trees... in the distance, modest rooftops are visible. All of this presents visitors with an incredibly beautiful scene.

People often liken this place to a miniature version of the 'Đồng Tháp Mười (Plain of Reeds)' in the heart of Saigon. Although there aren't many exciting experiences here, spending weekends in the countryside will make you feel more relaxed, peaceful in your soul, perhaps lounging by coconut trees or taking silly photos by the wooden bridge, or lotus pond. The scenery here is extremely delightful, with pink lotus flowers sparkling, and graceful girls in áo dài (Vietnamese traditional dresses) posing for photos as souvenirs.

Visitors can capture stunning photos while soaking in the beauty of the lotus fields, experiencing the tranquil ambiance of the countryside.

Hang Múa is already a destination that has attracted not only local tourists but also once caused a sensation among Korean travelers when it appeared on a famous TV show. It is located within the Tràng An Scenic Landscape Complex, with a very spacious area. The Múa mountain peak in every photo stands out with its steep, adventurous features, requiring tourists to be careful and brave to capture beautiful pictures. Hang Múa maintains its majestic appearance throughout the year. However, when the lotus blooms again, it adds a gentle touch to the atmosphere here.

The vast lotus pond is as beautiful as the Vân Long lotus pond. Therefore, if you have limited time and cannot visit many places, choosing to visit Hang Múa to both check-in at the mountain peak and the lotus pond is an ideal choice. The expansive lotus field extends to the end of the horizon, with a simple path made of bamboo, perfectly matching the rustic space here. The space becomes even brighter with the delicate buds of the lotus, or the radiant blossoms spreading their fragrant scent. The lotus blooms unevenly, with many buds interspersed with blooming flowers, creating a messy yet artistic and beautiful scene. Amidst the green water surface, the pink mixed with pure white of the lotus stands out. The fragrance is so captivating that even standing from a distance is enough to enchant anyone.

The lotus blooming season in Ninh Bình starts from late May to early June, so you can plan to visit during this time to capture the incredibly beautiful and fragrant lotus fields. If you go later, the entire lotus pond will wither and turn black, not suitable for photography. Therefore, you should go as early as possible. In addition, the best time to take photos is in the dreamy morning hours (when the roosters have not crowed yet). Since you are integrating visits to both places, you should go early in the morning, around 5 am. At this time, when you arrive and prepare your clothes, the sun also gently emits the first rays of the day, making the photos much more poetic, not overly dazzling like at noon.

About 20 kilometers from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Tam Da Lotus Pond in its blooming season becomes a favorite destination for tourists everywhere to visit and take photos. Here, you will see a very different Saigon, not crowded, noisy, or smoky, but only the scent of blooming flowers.

Tam Da Lotus Pond is not only an ideal check-in spot but also a place for you to immerse yourself in nature after a stressful week of work. Enjoying the fresh air, the faint fragrance of lotus buds, along with the romantic scenery, will drive away your fatigue.

For those who love photography, the best time to admire and capture lotus flowers is from 5 am to 9 am. Because this is also the time when the sunlight first appears, the lotus flowers gradually bloom, and the petals look more glittering. So why hesitate? Let's get up and head straight to Tam Da Lotus Pond.

Tam Cốc – Bích Động not only captivates tourists every harvest season when the fields turn golden but also enchants them with its pristine and tranquil beauty, adorned with lush green lotus ponds intertwined with the pink hue of the flowers. Visiting Tam Cốc – Bích Động this summer, tourists will immerse themselves in the refreshing coolness amidst the sweltering midday heat. In every summer, amidst the scorching sunlight of June and July, the lotus ponds start to showcase their beauty and emit a fragrant scent in the breeze. The summer weather is always the most favorable time for lotus to thrive. Because lotus has a strange vitality. Throughout the cold months, this flower lies dormant in the mud, waiting only for the summer sunlight and the downpour to awaken its full vitality.

The Tam Cốc – Bích Động tourist area is famous for its pristine and untouched beauty, becoming even more charming and poetic every time summer arrives with its ripe golden hue along with the countless lotus ponds nestled against the mountain cliffs. Amidst the vast expanse of the rivers, the majestic mountains, the lotus ponds appear in a gentle green hue, dotted with the delicate pink or pure white of the lotus buds swaying in the wind as if vying to show off their beauty and fragrance. The lotus flowers stretch out across a vast area, embellishing the peaceful natural scenery of this place, causing everyone passing by to be amazed and delighted.

Tourists visiting Tam Cốc – Bích Động are not only amazed by looking up at the towering rocky ranges, the gigantic cliffs leaning against each other in admiration, perplexed by the grandeur of nature but also captivated by the fragrance of the lotus fields on both sides of the Ngô Đồng River or the ponds and lakes here. Just stop the boat, stop anywhere, and one can only see an extraordinarily beautiful aquatic painting with picturesque, unusually tranquil scenery, making everyone who comes here want to immerse themselves in the fragrant breeze of lotus, relax in the scent of grass, flowers, and leaves, the scent of the natural mother earth.