The highland districts in western Nghe An, namely Tuong Duong, Ky Son, and Que Phong, are known for majestic mountains, with many types of distinctive plants. Throughout the different seasons, these plants shed their leaves, bloom, and contribute to the vibrant beauty of the natural landscape, attracting people, especially tourists from the lowlands.
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People in Nam Can commune, Ky Son district delighted at Ban flowers in full bloom |
According to the locals, there are two types of Ban flowers in Nghe An’s highland regions: white and pink. These flowers bloom from early March to April each year. Attentively, they only bloom when the tree has shed all its leaves, creating a unique scene compared to other plants in nature. When the wind blows, the petals of Ban flower gently sway, fluttering like hundreds of butterflies flying around the tree. The flowers have become familiar with the lives of ethnic minority people living in border districts. During the blooming season, women enjoy preparing dresses to take beautiful photos.
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A Ban flower tree in the middle of Nam Can commune’s forest blooming |
Apart from local people, the blooming season of Ban flowers also fascinates tourists across the country. During the weekends of March this year, many tour groups are traveling to the highland districts in the western part of Nghe An Province, hoping to explore tourist destinations and witness Ban flowers in full bloom.
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Ban flowers like white butterfly wings on the trees |
According to Nguyen Viet Hung, Chairman of the Ky Son district People’s Council, the local government's commitment to promoting tourism, while encouraging people to plant more trees.
Every year, during the tree-planting festival, the district carries out dissemination to encourage local people to take part in the event, focusing on planting trees that will attract more tourists in the near future.
Since the beginning of this year, the district has planted more than 10,000 trees, including nearly 2,000 Ban flowers along the hills and roads.
Translated by Quynh Oanh