From the beginning of autumn, every street in Hanoi is blanketed with the fragrance and white colour of hoa sua (milky flower), creating a peaceful and romantic atmosphere in the capital.


Milky flowers blossom in front of the ancient Hanoi Cathedral.

A couple poses for pre-wedding photos in front of Hanoi Cathedral.

Milky flowers are planted everywhere in the capital.

Photo: A Hoa Sua tree outside of the Hanoi Cathedral.

 

Foreign visitors in Hanoi enjoy the fragrance of milky flowers.

The streets of Hanoi, adorned with the beauty of milky flowers, have inspired many poets, writers, musicians, photographers and fine artists.

Nguyen Du street is beautified with the white colour of milky flowers.

Quan Thanh street is also covered with the iconic milky flowers.

Branches of milky flower blossum beside the Hang Dau water tower, highlighting the ancient beauty of Hanoi’s streets.

Milky flowers in Trich Sai street, along the edge of West Lake.

Many streets along West Lake are lined with milky flower trees.

In the cold air, milky flowers are silhouetted against West Lake.

Fallen milky flowers, like tiny white spots on the streets, create a romantic setting.

Despite the busy atmosphere every day, the fragrant flowers contribute to a relaxing atmosphere in Hanoi.



Nhan Dan