Hoa sua a highlight of Hanoi autumn

When listing 100 reasons to fall in love with Hanoi, no one can leave out a ‘speciality’ of the capital city – which is ‘hoa sua’. The flowers bloom and have a strong fragrance from September to November, which is also autumn time. In Hanoi, autumn is dubbed the season of sunshines. The spring brings in warmth after a biting cold winter, and a scorching summer follows. It rains. Then, autumn steps in gracefully, bringing cool, gentle breezes and sunlight that sprinkles just the right amount of warmth all around. The sky shows a brilliant smile. The nice weather creating a suitable temperature in autumn in Hanoi is one of the top choices for visitors to the city during this time. The temperature is from 18 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius. (Photo: Vietnamplus) 

An aerial view of Hanoi street in autumn with ‘hoa sua’ trees. The flower is an autumn highlight of Hanoi. Hanoi welcomed 2.92 million visitors, all from localities nationwide, in the first ten months of 2021, a fall of 61 percent year on year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the muncipa; Department of Tourism. Total revenue of the sector also dropped 68 percent over the same period last year to 8.18 trillion VND (356.1 million USD). In the coming time, the department will focus on strengthening COVID-19 prevention and control among those who engage in tourism activities in the city, while increasing information technology application in tourism management. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

It is an evergreen tropical tree in the family Apocynaceae and commonly planted as an ornamental plant. Alstonia Scholaris is a best tree for roadside plantation. Many love the fragrance of flowers, though some find it a little overwhelming at night, when it is at its strongest. Hanoi is said to be the most charming and romantic by many, especially in autumn. People often are reminiscent of Hanoi in the morning when road surface is flooded in sunshine. The nice weather creating a suitable temperature in autumn in Hanoi is one of the top choices for visitors to the city during this time. The temperature is from 18 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius. What an ideal temperature to visit the city! (Photo: Vietnamplus)

Line of trees in Hanoi street. Amid the fair weather in Hanoi in late autumn, a breeze will carry the sweet and typical fragrance of ‘hoa sua’ across all streets. Together with famous tourist sites, visitors to Hanoi capital city are always impressed by its different flower seasons and their scents. For example, lotus is a typical feature of the city in the summer. The capital city welcomed 2.92 million visitors, all from localities across the country, in the first ten months of 2021, a fall of 61 percent year on year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the municipal Department of Tourism. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A woman selling snacks and finger foods under a ‘hoa sua’ tree. Small white flowers falling on streets create different scenery of autumn in Hanoi in breezy weather. Hoa sua, considered a feature of Hanoi, bloom in autumn and the heady fragrance is a season marker. The fragrance is often the subject of romantic and wistful nostalgia among Hanoians who have lived far from the city for some time. The capital city is said to be the most charming and romantic by many, especially in autumn. People often are reminiscent of Hanoi in the morning when road surface is flooded in sunshine. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Vehicles join the street filled with ‘hoa sua’ trees. The chilly weather in Hanoi autumn emphasises the colour and fragrance of ‘hoa sua’. Not only Hanoians but also tourists are easy to fall in love with the specialty of the autumn sun. Autumn is agreed by many as the best time of the year in the capital city. It has become a source of inspiration for Vietnamese artists. The sweet autumn’s flavours, sights, sounds and smells are all memorable. The sky is blue, the sun gently warms the body instead of leaving you in a pool of sweat and the colours all around are vividly beautiful. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

‘Hoa sua’ is not grown only in Hanoi, nevertheless, the flower first reminds people of the capital city. In autumn, the street seems to turn more solemn and romantic. The combination of the yellow colour of falling leaves and stained old walls makes a picture of pure nostalgia. Scenes like this are a characteristic of Hanoi where the old and new merge together. That is why the city is dear to its residents and becomes a magnet to visitors. Hanoi has been emerging as a top destination for both domestic and foreign travellers in recent years, and it is still working to establish itself as a attractive destination for tourists. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A banner celebrates Hanoi’s Liberation Day (October 10). A chilly Hanoi with gentle breeze coupled with the aroma of ‘hoa sua’ has become an inseparable part of the city. The flowers bloom and have a strong fragrance from September to November, which is also autumn time. In Hanoi, autumn is dubbed the season of sunshines. The spring brings in warmth after a biting cold winter, and a scorching summer follows. It rains. Then, autumn steps in gracefully, bringing cool, gentle breezes and sunlight that sprinkles just the right amount of warmth all around. The nice weather creating a suitable temperature in autumn in Hanoi is one of the top choices for visitors to the city during this time. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

It can be said that ‘hoa sua’ is a highlight of Hanoi autumn which leaves different impression on people’s mind. Not only Hanoians but also tourists are easy to fall in love with the specialty of the autumn sun. Hanoi welcomed 2.92 million visitors, all from localities across the country, in the first ten months of 2021, a fall of 61 percent year on year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the municipal Department of Tourism. Vietnam has not yet opened its doors to international tourists. The number of foreigners coming to Hanoi during this time is modest, mainly experts and workers staying in the country. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A motorbike driver rests on his scooter under an Alstonia Scholaris tree. Some people even become addicted to the scent of ‘hoa sua’ that they often slow down when going along streets with the trees, to enjoy the wonderful the sweet and beloved fragrance as much as they wish. When citing reasons to fall in love with Hanoi, no one can leave out an ‘icon’ of the capital city – which is ‘hoa sua’. It has become a source of inspiration for Vietnamese artists. The sweet autumn’s flavours, sights, sounds and smells are all memorable. The sky is blue, the sun gently warms the body and the colours all around are vividly beautiful. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

An Alstonia Scholaris tree next to a bus stop in Hanoi. Just a couple of trees can spread its flowery scent along a street which is recognisable by all. The chilly weather in Hanoi autumn emphasises the colour and fragrance of ‘hoa sua’. Not only people residing in Hanoi but also tourists are easy to fall in love with the specialty of the autumn sun. It would normally be the most favourable time to welcome both domestic and foreign tourists, had it not been for the COVID-19 pandemic that triggers border closures and social distancing measures in some locations of the country. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Branches of ‘hoa sua’ tree. The scent of ‘hoa sua’ is believed to become more intense in late season. Even though it is viewed as a highlight of Hanoi in autumn and adored by many. Some people have expressed their opinion of not being fond of this flower. The fragrance is often the subject of romantic and wistful nostalgia among Hanoians who have lived far from the city for some time. The capital city is said to be the most charming and romantic by many, especially in autumn. People often are reminiscent of Hanoi in the morning when road surface is flooded in sunshine. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Hanoi streets that are famous with strong ‘hoa sua’ fragrance include Trung Hoa, Nguyen Du, Quan Thanh, and Nguyen Chi Thanh. They are all dubbed major and beautiful roads of the capital city. Autumn in Hanoi is usually likened to a girl in her early twenties, who is gentle, a little shy yet attractive. The capital city in autumn has become a source of inspiration for generations of artists, including photographers, poets, writers and composers. Autumn in Hanoi lasts from early September to November. The nice weather creating a suitable temperature in autumn in Hanoi is one of the top choices to visit the city during this time. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Trung Hoa street in Cau Giay district, southwest Hanoi, is home to many ‘hoa sua’ trees, thus earning the name of ‘hoa sua road’ by young people. Hanoi has become more and more integrated into the world, having been given the title ‘A City for Peace’ by UNESCO. It is also known as a safe and friendly destination, with consistent successes of many international events. The capital city welcomed 2.92 million visitors, all from localities across the country, in the first ten months of 2021, a fall of 61 percent year on year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the municipal Department of Tourism. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The flower has an elegant shape with tiny petals and a distinctive scent. Scientifically known as Alstonia Scholaris, it is an evergreen tropical tree in the family Apocynaceae and commonly planted as an ornamental plant. It is a best tree for roadside plantation. Amid the fair weather in Hanoi in late autumn, a breeze will carry the sweet and typical fragrance of ‘hoa sua’ across streets. Together with famous tourist sites, visitors to the capital city of Hanoi are always impressed by its different flower seasons and their scents. The fragrance is often the subject of inspirations among Hanoians who have lived far from the city. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A large number of people who have to part with Hanoi for a while are longing for the sweet and strong fragrance of ‘hoa sua’. Many outstanding songs and literature works penned by great composers and authors about Hanoi feature the flower and its typical scent. Trees with small white flowers on streets create different scenery of autumn in Hanoi in breezy weather. Hoa sua, considered a feature of Hanoi, bloom in autumn and the heady fragrance is a season marker. The capital city is said to be the most charming and romantic by many, especially in autumn. People often are reminiscent of Hanoi in the morning when road surface is flooded in sunshine. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Hanoians who live far from the city understand that the feeling when they stroll along small streets and enjoy the gentle scent in the air can be found anywhere else in the world. Autumn is agreed by many as the best time of the year in the capital city. It has become a source of inspiration for Vietnamese artists. The sweet autumn’s flavours, sights, sounds and smells are all memorable. The sky is blue, the sun gently warms the body instead of leaving you in a pool of sweat and the colours all around are vividly beautiful. In the coming time, the municipal tourism department will focus on strengthening COVID-19 prevention and control among those who engage in tourism activities in the city. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The ‘hoa sua’ trees are grown at Nguyen Chi Thanh, one of the most bustling streets in Hanoi. The flower has been appreciated in literature works and music, including works by well known composer Phu Quang, Nguyen Duc Cuong and notably Hong Dang, who has won Grand Prize of the annual Bui Xuan Phai – For the Love of Hanoi Awards this year. The awards aim to honour the contributions of individuals and organisations to Hanoi and their love for the capital city. Dang is honoured for his compositions about Hanoi including two prominent songs entitled Hoa Sua (Milkwood Pine Flower) and Ky Niem Thanh Pho Tuoi Tho (Memories of Childhood City). (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Hoa sua, considered a highlight of Hanoi, bloom in autumn and the heady fragrance is a season marker. Many love the fragrance of flowers, though some find it a little overwhelming at night, when it is at its strongest. Hanoi is said to be the most charming and romantic by many, especially in autumn. People often are reminiscent of Hanoi in the morning when road surface is flooded in sunshine. The nice weather creating a suitable temperature in autumn in Hanoi is one of the top choices for visitors to the city during this time. The temperature is from 18 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Autumn in Hanoi is usually likened to a girl in her early twenties, who is gentle, a little shy yet attractive. The capital city in autumn has become a source of inspiration for generations of artists, including photographers, poets, writers and composers. Autumn in Hanoi lasts from early September to November. The nice weather creating a suitable temperature in autumn in Hanoi is one of the top choices to visit the city during this time. Hanoi has become more and more integrated into the world, having been given the title ‘A City for Peace’ by UNESCO. It is also known as a safe and friendly destination, with consistent successes of many international events. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A chilly Hanoi with gentle breeze coupled with the aroma of ‘hoa sua’ has become an inseparable part of the city. At this time, people often go to a coffee shop and enjoy a cup of drink. Hanoi welcomed 2.92 million visitors, all from localities across the country, in the first ten months of 2021, a fall of 61 percent year on year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the municipal Department of Tourism. In the coming time, the department will focus on strengthening COVID-19 prevention and control among those who engage in tourism activities in the city, while increasing information technology application in tourism management. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

Spring in Hanoi comes in with drizzle and warm weather after a long, cold winter. Then the blazing summer brings in the gentle purple of Giant Crape-myrtle on many streets around the city. The proceeding cold, dry winter is warmed up by the many weddings celebrated throughout the season. Meanwhile, autumn exhibits a unique feature that people adore inexplicably. Autumn makes Hanoi even more beautiful. Walking around Hanoi at dawn in the cool autumn air, tourists can see many bicycles carrying white and yellow daisies from the outskirts for selling in the inner city. There are many kinds of autumn flowers in Hanoi, offered by vendors using bicycles or mobile trolleys. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

A ‘hoa sua’ tree on Hanoi street at night. Nothing can compare to strolling at the street and at the same time enjoy the fragrance of Hanoi in autumn, dubbed the most beautiful and charming season in the capital city. Hanoi authorities started to create space for night-time tourism activities in 2016, such as making the streets around the Old Quarter a vehicle-free pedestrian mall and opening a night market on the weekends so that tourists have more things to do when in Vietnam’s capital. As night falls, Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter are the two most popular places for foreign and domestic tourists as well as local people. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The ‘hoa sua’ flower starts to bloom from September to December and its scent is believed to grow more intense in late season. Some people even become addicted to the scent of ‘hoa sua’ that they often slow down when going along streets with the trees, to enjoy the wonderful the sweet and beloved fragrance as much as they wish. When citing reasons to fall in love with Hanoi, no one can leave out an ‘icon’ of the capital city – which is ‘hoa sua’. Autumn would normally be the most favourable time for the capital city to welcome both domestic and foreign tourists thanks to gentle sunlight and cool weather. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

White flowers adorn the streets of Hanoi and cool breeze helps carry its scent. People’s warm feelings for Hanoi are believed to grow stronger when they go to this street in autumn. As Vietnam has not yet opened its door to foreign visitors due to COVID-19, tourism enterprises in Hanoi are devising plans to welcome back domestic tourists. Unique and attractive products are being developed and many stimulus programmes will be launched to ensure safety for tourists and those working in the industry. Some localities are doing well in pandemic prevention and control as well as studying their tourism policies to organise tours to safe destinations with a view to better serving domestic holidaymakers. (Photo: VietnamPlus)

The ‘hoa sua’ flowers at night. Hanoi authorities started to create space for night-time tourism activities in 2016, such as making the streets around the Old Quarter a vehicle-free pedestrian mall and opening a night market on the weekends so that tourists have more things to do when in Vietnam’s capital. As night falls, Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter are the two most popular places for foreign and domestic tourists as well as local people. Experts argue that the thousand-year-old Hanoi has much more to offer beyond night markets or restaurants. It has historical and cultural sites and needs to adopt a different approach to develop its tourism strengths. (Photo: VietnamPlus)