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Besides imposing mountains, Ninh Binh is also famous for lotus ponds with a sweet aroma in the summer. Under the warm sunlight, otus flowers lightly rise. Rustic branches and petals quietly radiate their fragrance and beauty like a village girl.
Ninh Binh boundless lotus pond
Every lotus season, tourists from all over flock to Ninh Binh. The number of visitors coming to admire and take photos with lotus flowers has surged recently, regardless of sunny or rainy days. So let Asia King Travel show you what has made Ninh Binh lotus season so attractive.
From May to July is the peak season for lotus blossoms across ponds in Ninh Binh. Among them, the most beautiful places to see are Mua Cave and Van Long Lagoon. Ninh Binh’s scene is already beautiful, now becomes even more stunning during this time. Between majestic mountains are green lotus fields, dotted with pink lotus flowers.
Lotus flowers budding in the early morning
You should come early around 5 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. to capture the most beautiful lotus moments. At this time, lotuses are blooming, their petals shyly unfolding with the yellow pistils shining under the morning sunlight. Dewdrops are like gems mounted on leaves, and the sun is not too harsh yet.
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Ninh Binh Province is not too far away from Hanoi. Two most beautiful lotus sightseeing locations are Van Long Lagoon and Mua Cave, respectively about 80 kilometers and 100 kilometers from the capital. It will only take about 2 hours driving to arrive.
Both routes follow National Highway No.1A to get to Ninh Binh Province. For those wanting to see Van Long Lagoon, turn left after crossing Doan Vi Bridge on the border between Ha Nam and Ninh Binh Province. You will see the lagoon in sight as you turn.
Lotus covers Van Long Lagoon
And with someone like adding Mua Cave to their itinerary, continue on National Highway No.1A until reach Trang An. Then turn left onto Provincial Road No.491C and you will see Mua Cave in a short distance. The road to Ninh Binh is magnificent, encouraging you to travel by personal vehicle to stop by anytime capturing picturesque scenery.
Unlike the lotus in Hanoi, the lotus in Ninh Binh is a Japanese variety with smaller and pointier petals, but it still carries a gentle pink hue and a subtle fragrance. Lotus blooms everywhere, from green rice fields to immense lakes, and even along Ngo Dong River banks. Every tourist destination in Ninh Binh becomes more special with the natural beauty of lotus season.
Lotus blooms everywhere in Ninh Binh
Surrounded by the green forest and mountains, the sight of white and pink lotus blossoms emerges, enhancing the peaceful atmosphere of Hoa Lu Ancient Capital. A wide lotus pond sways gently in the breeze, softening the summer heat.
Or lotus flowers interspersed with ripe rice fields bring a picture of Vietnamese countryside. Elegant lotus rising from the mud to show off colors and fragrance. Though the faint scent yet makes people ecstatic.
The lotus-shaped wooden bridge near Mua Cave
At Mua Cave, one side is Ngoa Long Mountain range, the other side is rice fields with a wooden bridge leading to the lotus pond. From above, this bridge resembles a giant lotus flower, creating an impressive highlight.
According to records at Mua Cave Lotus Pond, on weekdays there are several hundred visitors. And on holidays and weekends, this place welcomes nearly 1,000 visitors each day to take photos from early morning. Among them are international tourists because of curiosity and love for beauty, eagerly seeking to discover the charm of Ninh Binh lotus season.
Take lotus photos wearing Ao Dai. Source: Nguyen Cong Studio
For girls wanting to have beautiful photos with lotus flowers, consider choosing traditional Vietnamese costumes such as Ao Dai or Ao Ba Ba. Alternatively, you can wear long, flowing dresses made of light thin materials, suitable for the gentle atmosphere of the lotus pond.
In Buddhism, the lotus flower is a symbol of purity and resilience. Despite growing in muddy waters, the lotus remains untainted, rising above the mud to reveal beauty. This is very much like the noble and righteous spirit in Buddhism. For this reason, lotus flowers are grown in abundance at Bich Dong Pagoda, Tam Coc, Ninh Binh.
Lotus pond at Bich Dong Pagoda
To enter the pagoda, visitors must cross a small stone bridge. The bridge crosses an expansive lotus pond with pink lotuses blooming in the sun. Coming to Bich Dong Pagoda, seeing the flowers and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of Buddhism, you can completely forget the worries and stresses of life.
The first lotus flavor you must try is lotus tea. Every early morning, women row their boats out to the lake, their gentle hands carefully open the flowers to collect the dried tea leaves infused overnight, imbued with the sweet fragrance of the lotus. Similarly, the water used to brew the tea is collected from lotus leaves still holding the morning dew. This is truly the most exquisite tea of all time.
Dried tea leaves infused with the lotus fragrance
Lotus seed sweet soup was originally a royal dish. This sweet soup not only has a delicious and refreshing taste but also offers numerous health benefits such as enhancing beauty, preventing skin aging, and nourishing the body. It is an excellent dish to cool down during the summer.
Lotus stems are the young, white, tube-shaped parts of the lotus plant found under the mud. If not harvested, each stem will grow into a new plant. They are low in calories and high in fiber, making them a popular food in Vietnam. Lotus stem salad is refreshing and crunchy, combined with meat creating a savory and delicious dish.
In fact, because of its purity, Vietnamese people use every part of the lotus to create dishes with unique flavors.
Ninh Binh Lotus Season continues to bloom brilliantly until July, so take the opportunity to visit soon. This is a wonderful time if you have never fully experienced the beauty of Vietnam's national flower. Contact Asia King Travel to plan a trip to Ninh Binh - the land of otherworldly attractions.
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