The pure beauty of West Lake lotus
When Summer arrives in June, lotus flowers flourish on the West Lake in Tay Ho District, and signify the start of making one of Hanoi’s quintessential gifts - lotus tea.
When Summer arrives in June, lotus flowers flourish on the West Lake in Tay Ho District, and signify the start of making one of Hanoi’s quintessential gifts - lotus tea.
Hanoi's iconic lake would be an ideal destination for water recreation and sports, helping to diversify local tourism offers.
The Hanoi People's Committee has set up the Ho Tay (West Lake) Management Board to develop the area for tourism.
The plan aims to improve the landscape and environment of the lake.
The opening and operation of the high-end Lotte Mall complex symbolize the friendship and effective cooperation between Vietnam and South Korea, as well as between Hanoi and Seoul.
As the lotus is in full bloom every May and June, it's also the time for lotus tea artisans in Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District to start their new seasonal trade.
Hanoi's West Lake is home to a large expat community and one of the city's most vibrant centers for international cuisine.
The new plan aims to tap into West Lake's advantages and boost Hanoi tourism after three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Covering more than 500 hectares with a perimeter of around 15 kilometers, West Lake is famous for its serene and tranquil beauty, the density of solemn historical relics, pagodas, and rows of restaurants and coffee shops.
West Lake, Hanoi is more charming with spectacular sunset scenes in autumn.
Architect Hoang Huu Phe who has participated in planning and designing many projects in Vietnam, such as Vietnam National Circus Theatre and Can Tho University, talks with The Hanoi Times about a new perspective on the planning of the Quang An peninsula.