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Mar 14, 2018 / 09:31

Charm of "Lộc Vừng" tree in Hanoi

The leaves of loc vung (Barringtonia acutangula) trees on streets of Hanoi have changed to red and yellow, creating an European-like scene.
In the first day of March, many loc vung trees near Hoan Kiem Lake begin shedding their leaves. Before they shed, all of the green leaves turn yellow and red, creating romantic scenery like in Europe.
This is one of the most famous trees in Hanoi.  Every year, after Lunar New Year, the leaves change color very quickly. Within several weeks, the leaves change from green to yellow, and green buds emerge.
Most leaves change colors in autumn whereas loc vung sheds its leaves in spring. Therefore, seeing the red and yellow leaf canopies of loc vung trees, many people think of autumn in Hanoi.
In autumn,  the ancient loc vung trees in Hoan Kiem lake draws  a number of tourists and photographers. The beautiful tree creates a romantic landscape in the center of Hanoi, attracting the attention of pedestrians and tourists. The natural beauty of the fallen red blooms surrounding the majestic lake makes it a perfect destination for some relaxation and rejuvenation.
The loc vung tree makes Hoan Kiem Lake more charming. If you haven’t visited lately, be sure to add it to your to-do list as at this time of year the trees are in full bloom.

 
In spring, Loc vung leaves  turn yellow, fascinating passers-by.
In spring, Loc vung leaves turn yellow, fascinating passers-by.
The sunlight of spring and the yellow leaves of Loc vung trees create romantic and poetic scenery at Hoan Kiem Lake.
The sunlight of spring and the yellow leaves of Loc vung trees create romantic and poetic scenery at Hoan Kiem Lake.
The romantic scenery of  Sword Lake with Loc vung branches reflected in the lake in the early morning.
The romantic scenery of Sword Lake with Loc vung branches reflected in the lake in the early morning.
Most leaves change colors in autumn whereas Loc vung sheds its leaves in spring.
Most leaves change colors in autumn whereas Loc vung sheds its leaves in spring.
Therefore, seeing the red and yellow leaf canopies of Loc vung trees, many people think of autumn in Hanoi.
Therefore, seeing the red and yellow leaf canopies of Loc vung trees, many people think of autumn in Hanoi.
The Turtle Tower looms under yellow canopies.
The Turtle Tower looms under yellow canopies.
The lake’s sidewalk becomes romantic in this season.
The lake’s sidewalk becomes romantic in this season.
Yellow Loc vung trees light up part of the street.
Yellow Loc vung trees light up part of the street.
Loc vung trees near Sword Lake  change color in a short time, from early to mid March.
Loc vung trees near Sword Lake change color in a short time, from early to mid March.
The old space of Hanoi  in the season of Loc vung trees shedding their leaves
The old space of Hanoi in the season of Loc vung trees shedding their leaves.
Ho Ha - Mai Nguyen