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Bustling with sellers and buyers, this place is not only the largest wholesale flower market in the capital but also a vibrant portrayal of the Tet holiday atmosphere.
Pham Tu, a young photographer in Hanoi, had memorable experiences at this flower market. He shared: "The atmosphere at Quang An flower market in the days leading up to Tet (Lunar New Year) becomes more bustling and lively than usual. Many types of flowers are brought to the market in large quantities to serve the Tet shopping needs of the people. There are also more visitors and shoppers with the goal of preparing for the 2025 Lunar New Year."
The vibrant yellow of chrysanthemums and lilies blends in with the hustle and bustle of Hanoi's Tet market.
Quang An Flower Market has long been known as one of the largest wholesale flower markets in Hanoi, concentrating almost all kinds of flowers, large and small, from Hanoi and other regions. This makes Quang An Flower Market famous and special in Hanoi, with its many colors of flowers brought here to showcase their beauty, especially during Tet (Lunar New Year).
According to Pham Tu's observations, during Tet (Vietnamese New Year), peach blossoms are the most widely displayed flowers, clearly embodying the "flavor of Tet". In addition, lilies and chrysanthemums are also popular flowers sold at markets during Tet like this.
Vendors at the flower market are busy preparing fresh bouquets to send to customers.
He also shared about a special corner of the market: "I think the corner near Yen Phu Street with lots of peach blossoms for sale is the hottest and most worthwhile spot to visit at Quang An flower market. On a normal day, you should visit the market at night in the inner part of the market, which is also very bustling and full of all kinds of flowers in bloom."
Flowers represent spring, growth, freshness, and new beginnings. Preparing to buy flowers for Tet (Lunar New Year) symbolizes freshness and a new year filled with good fortune and prosperity.
During Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year), peach blossoms are the most widely displayed flowers, best embodying the "flavor of Tet".
Quang An Flower Market is not only a place for buying and selling, but also a destination that attracts many people to visit, take photos, and feel the atmosphere of the approaching Tet holiday.
Quang An Flower Market is not only a place for buying and selling, but also a destination that attracts many people to visit, take photos, and feel the atmosphere of the approaching Tet holiday. For those who love photography, this is a great opportunity to capture the vibrant colors and bustling moments of the largest flower market in the capital city.
Pham Tu commented: "Quang An Flower Market is a wonderful place to experience the Tet atmosphere in Hanoi. Every corner of the market offers vibrant scenes, reflecting the preparations and anticipation of the people for the new year."
These days, Quang An flower market operates almost 24/7. Normally, the market opens at dawn, but in the days leading up to the Lunar New Year, it starts operating from 9-10 pm to serve individual customers.
The flowers at Quang An market are diverse in type and color, and are considered more beautiful and fresher than those at other markets in the city. The flowers here are transported from famous flower-growing regions in the North such as Tay Tuu, Me Linh, Dong Anh, Phuc Yen, etc.
People flocked to Quang An flower market to buy flowers amidst the festive atmosphere of Tet.
These days, a large number of people have flocked to the market to buy flowers for Tet (Lunar New Year) decorations. Quang An flower market is bustling from the 15th day of the 12th lunar month until the afternoon of the 29th or 30th of Tet. It serves not only wholesale buyers in Hanoi but also individual visitors who come to browse and shop.
Many tourists also come here to experience and enjoy the special Tet atmosphere at the largest flower market in the capital. Foreign tourists take the opportunity to stroll around and buy flowers at Quang An flower market. The nights of the 28th and 29th of Tet will be the busiest nights as flower shops in many markets in Hanoi and neighboring provinces import flowers to sell for the last two days of the year.
For those who have never visited Quang An flower market during Tet (Lunar New Year), this is certainly a memorable experience, bringing a feeling of joy and excitement before the new year.
