On the evening of February 3, 2024, crowds of residents and visitors gathered on the street to take selfies and photos, as well as admire various flowers and Tet-themed miniatures. The flower street, spanning 700 meters along Ton Dat Tien Street, will remain open until February 13, 2024.
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| A family of five wearing red ‘ao dai’ poses for a photo with a miniature on Phu My Hung Flower Street. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
On Saturday afternoon, our Tuoi Tre (Youth) newspaper reporter witnessed the diligent work of dozens of workers tending to flowers and adorning miniatures in preparation for the grand opening of the street.
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| A young woman poses for a photo on Phu My Hung Flower Street. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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| Phu My Hung Flower Street in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City is adorned with yellow flowers. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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| Many foreign tourists visit Phu My Hung Flower Street. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
These miniatures are adorned with patterns resembling dragon scales, highlighting the connection between traditional and modern lifestyles. They create a vibrant atmosphere for the Tet festival.
The flower street of the Year of the Dragon also features a miniature green rice field and a space showcasing vegetables and fruits.
Thien An, a resident of District 7, said she and her family wore ao dai (traditional Vietnamese long gown) for a photoshoot along the colorful flower street on its opening day.
The spacious and airy street is a major attraction for visitors.
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| Phu My Hung Flower Street is decorated with a dragon-themed miniature. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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| Flower boats are among the highlights of Phu My Hung Flower Street in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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| Young people wear ‘ao dai’ for a photoshoot on Phu My Hung Flower Street in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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| Young women in ‘ao dai’ pose for a photo on Phu My Hung Flower Street. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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| Phu My Hung Flower Street in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City is open to the public until February 13, 2024. Quang Dinh / Tuoi Tre |
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