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For Vietnamese people, Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year) is always the most important holiday of the year, especially for those in Hanoi. Because of this, many hobbies have developed around this holiday, particularly the hobby of buying and selling flowers. As Tet approaches, the streets of Hanoi are filled with the vibrant colors of peach blossoms, bustling with vendors and buyers.
In many provinces and cities, Tet markets are especially lively, with items like clothing and confectionery being hot commodities for the holiday. In Hanoi, the peach blossom market during Tet is perhaps the most bustling and vibrant. This has become a unique characteristic of the people of Hanoi. Many Hanoians spend time with their families visiting the flower market to shop for Tet.
Peach blossoms appear at the flower market on Hang Luoc Street. This market is held only once a year during Tet (Lunar New Year). When the market opens, it means Tet is very near.
Seeing cherry blossoms is like seeing Tet (Vietnamese New Year).
The old man strolled slowly around Hang Luoc flower market - Hanoi's oldest Tet market.
Hanoians still maintain that distinctive tradition. Every year, from the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month to the evening of the 30th day of the 12th lunar month, everyone must visit Hang Luoc flower market at least once.
Going to choose peach blossoms for Tet
A close-up view of the breathtakingly beautiful cherry blossoms.
The romantic setting is like something straight out of a fairy tale.
The moments of relaxation seemed even more romantic thanks to the peach orchard scenery.
A flower grower is busy in the peach orchard.
Enjoy walking amidst the peach blossoms in the garden.
Two elderly people, carrying a touch of "spring," walked down the street.
