Mua Cave lotus in full bloom in summer

First getting noticed by travel lovers in 2019, the lotus pond at the foot of Ngoa Long mountain housing the Mua Cave, the northern province of Ninh Binh, has caused a “fever” on social networks, becoming one of the most popular check-in places. Visiting the site, tourists can enjoy a poetic scene amid stunning landscapes. The lotus pond is a plus to the already famous Mua Cave, which has over recent years become a favourite destination for young people and visitors from all over the country. Lying between majestic and impressing range of stonemountain, the pond has a dreamy atmosphere. Lotus in the pond bloom until early Autumn. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The lotus season in Mua Cave starts in late May and lasts till autumn, providing tourists with plenty of time to visit the place. The lotus flowers are at their best between June and September, as autumn knocks on the door. The sight of blooming lotus in the pond is what makes a difference in the scenery of Mua Cave in summer. It is an interesting option for tourists to come and snap nice photos. Photos of the lotus there could be regularly seen on tourism review fanpages. If you want to capture the most beautiful images, then come here early in the morning. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Check-in in Ninh Binh when the lotus blooms in the pond at Mua Cave is a worthy experience for many travellers. It is a wonderful sight that comes only once a year. While lotus flowers in ponds throughout the north only bloom for a month or two and then quickly die, those at the pond at Mua Cave last until early autumn. Walking around the blooming lotus pond, breathing in the pure morning air and the fragrance of the flower, and immersing themselves in the beautiful nature is an experience that anyone will love when coming to Mua Cave. The lotus season in Mua Cave always captivates visitors because the scenery here is so peaceful and beautiful. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A heart-shaped bridge in the big pond offers a nice place for photos. To really see a paradise of lotus flowers, you should visit Ninh Binh. The lotus pond at Mua Cave site becomes a popular check-in place. Thousands of lotus buds come into full bloom every morning, spreading a fragrant aroma in the air. They come in two main colours – white and pink.  The lotus cultivated in the pond is of a Japanese variety. The flowers of this variety are long-lasting, and that’s why visitors can enjoy the flower season longer. Visitors should visit Mua Cave in the lotus blooming season to enjoy the wonderful natural picture in the middle of the ancient capital. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Lotus plays an important role and holds a special position in both Vietnamese spirit and culture. Lotus stands for beauty and purity in Vietnam. The flower rises through the mud and grime to show off its colour and shape to the world. These blossoms have long been linked to Buddhism, nobility, and pure thoughts. Such is the Vietnamese love for lotus that it has been voted as the country’s national flower — for which one of the criteria was that it “must be ubiquitous around Vietnam”, and it would be hard to travel through Vietnam during lotus season without coming across a pond or lake filled with them. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Lotus is known as the flower of the dawn and is the symbol of purity, commitment and optimism for the future as it is the one which grows in muddy water and rises above the surface to bloom with remarkable beauty. At night, the flower closes and sinks underwater and rises and opens again at dawn. Vietnamese people have considered lotus as a symbol of beauty overcoming darkness. Every traditional village in Vietnam boasts a bamboo hedge, a banyan tree, and a lotus pond. The lotus has been a symbol of purity since before the time of the Buddha, and it blooms profusely in Buddhist art and literature. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Lotus creates high economic benefits because all parts of the plant, such as the flower, leaves, seeds and roots, can be utilized in both cuisine and medicine. For example, the flowers are used for decoration, stamens for scenting tea, roots for making salads, soups and stewing with meat, seeds for making sugar coated products and sweeten porridge, seed’s cores used as a tranquilizer and antipyretic, and the leaves being used to wrap food or made into tea. Lotus is an important item in Vietnamese culture. Unlike the lotus in Hanoi, those in Ninh Binh are originated from Japan, with flowers having smaller petals and lasting longer. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The lotus pond at the Mua Cave site has both white and pink flowers, and is one of the most favourite destinations for young people and photographers to capture every moment here.  To get to this place from Hanoi, one can travel easily by vehicles such as motorbikes or buses. If you ride a motorbike, you can move in the direction of National Highway 1A to Ninh Binh city, then turn left in the direction of Trang An, follow Provincial Road 491C to reach Mua Cave. If you take a bus, take one from Giap Bat Station to Ninh Binh. From the city centre, you continue to take a taxi or rent a motorbike to Mua Cave. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The lotus pond in Mua Cave shows off its splendid beauty and fragrance, especially from June to July. Lotus has the characteristic of blooming in the early morning and fading away in the evening. If you want to see the most beautiful image, then come here early in the morning. Around 6am to 7am is the best because at this time, lotus flowers just start to bloom and still have a bit of morning dew.  Visitors should visit Mua Cave in the lotus blooming season to enjoy the wonderful natural picture in the middle of the ancient capital. The scent of heaven and earth in the middle of the flower season makes people’s hearts flutter and can’t leave.(Photo: VietnamPlus)

In the summer, lotus flowers show off their beauty under the sunlight, creating an impressive scenery. With its beauty, this charming lotus pond has helped attract visitors to Ninh Binh in summer, which is usually a low season for tourism in the province. The flowers bloom at the beginning of the day, creating a beautiful scenery. In addition to the large heart-shaped bridge connecting to the middle of the lotus pond, you can also take a boat to enjoy the view from different corners. If you visit Mua Cave in the lotus season, do not forget to enjoy sweet lotus porridge or nutritious lotus tea to dispel the sweltering heat of summer days. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Rocky cliffs in the distance create an impressive background for the tranquil and poetic beauty of the lotus pond. This is the reason why the site is a popular destination for tourists seeking nice photos. After checking in the lotus pond at Mua Cave, do not miss the opportunity to explore the Mua mountain eco-tourism area by climbing 500 stone steps to conquer the mountain top and admire the stunning panorama from there. Many nearby places are also worth of visit, such as Tam Coc – Bich Dong, Bai Dinh pagoda, Tuyet Tinh Coc and the Dong Giao pineapple hill, which have made many fall in love with Ninh Binh in summer days. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Walking around the lotus pond at Mua Cave and breathing the fresh scent is the most amazing experience for tourists when coming to this place. You should check-in early in the morning to have the most beautiful pictures. The lotus season at the site of the Mua Cave captivates visitors because the scenery here is so peaceful and beautiful. The scent of heaven and earth in the middle of the flower season will surely make your heart flutter and make you hesitant to leave. Visitors should visit Mua Cave in the lotus blooming season to enjoy the wonderful natural picture in the middle of the ancient capital. (Photo: VietnamPlus) 

Ninh Binh never fails to make holiday-makers fall in love with its charming green scenery. Among numerous wonderful destinations in the locality, Mua Cave is sure to win the love of many people. If you have ever been mesmerized by the amazing view of the “golden season” of ripe rice fields in Mua Cave, surely the lotus blooming season at the site will surprise and captivate you with the scene of lotus flowers spreading before your eyes. Every summer, the pond at the foot of Ngoa Long mountain is covered in white and pink lotus flowers, creating an enchantingly beautiful picture and adding to the appeal of Mua Cave. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The lotus pond at Mua Cave is inside the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, covering a total area of 1ha. According to the pond’s management, a Japanese variety of lotus is grown here. Flowers of this lotus variety blossom throughout the year, not just during the summer months like other varieties. Therefore, it has become a favourite place for visitors to contemplate lotus or snap photos anytime. The scene of a large lagoon with pink and white lotus in full bloom makes everyone fall in love with it. Nature lovers should visit Ninh Binh to enjoy the scenery and take a deep breath of the cool air and lotus aromatic fragrance. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Besides popular tourism spots like Trang An, Tam Coc or Bai Dinh pagoda, Mua Cave is a place that tourists should not miss when visiting the picturesque land of Ninh Binh. Photos of lotus there could be regularly seen on tourism review fanpages. The pure beauty of the lotus pond amazes and soothes tourists during hot summer days. Crowds of youngsters flock to the lotus pond to capture beautiful moments. Mua Cave is famous not only for its breathtaking and wonderful panorama of the mountains and yellow rice fields, but also for its impressive giant lotus pond, with flowers blooming until early autumn. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The poetic scenery at the lotus pond has attracted domestic and foreign tourists every summer. Lotus ponds can also be seen in many parts of Ninh Binh province such as at Van Long and Bich Dong. The most prominent lotus ponds are in Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Hoa Lu ancient capital and Trang An tourism site. Vietnamese love lotus not only for its flower’s beauty but also for the fact that every part of the lotus plant can be used in different ways. For instance, the lotus flower is usually used for decorative purpose and for making scented tea, the seeds are commonly used in cooking, while the leaves are used to wrap food. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

According to local people, the lotus flowers at the pond at the foot of Ngoa Long Mountain are the most beautiful in June and July, but they bloom till the end of the year. The lotus flower has gentle, pure and pleasant fragrance. Fresh air and peacefulness at the pond bring a comforting feeling and a sense of content to tourists. The scene of a large lagoon with pink and white lotus in full bloom makes everyone fall in love with it. Nature lovers should consider making a visit to Ninh Binh to enjoy the scenery and take a deep breath, feeling the lotus aromatic fragrance and the cool air surrounding. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The lotus pond is sure to become popular again after the COVID-19 pandemic is put under control. The lotus pond at the Mua Cave site has both white and pink flowers, and is one of the most favourite destinations for young people and photographers to take pictures. The fragrant lotus pond with its peaceful space near Mua Cave will not disappoint those who love to admire the breath-taking natural landscape. The pure beauty of the lotus helps tourists relax during hot summer days. If you visit Mua Cave in the lotus season, do not forget to enjoy sweet lotus porridge or nutritious lotus tea to dispel the sweltering heat of summer days. (Photo: VietnamPlus)