In Photos: 300-year-old Hoa Bun tree gorgeously blooms in the heart of Hanoi
As April comes, 300-year-old Hoa Bun tree (scientifically known as Crateva Religiosa) in Dinh Thon village, My Dinh, Hanoi’s Nam Tu Liem District bursts into full bloom, serving as an Instagrammable backdrop for artistic check-in photos.
Every April, Hoa Bun old tree shows off its rustic beauty in Dinh Thon village, attracting a slew of visitors and photography enthusiasts.
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Hoa Bun only blooms only once a year and lasts for one month, VTV reported.
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Hoa Bun is commonly seen in Vietnam’s Central region. In Hanoi, Hoa Bun tree in Dinh Thon village is the oldest.
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Blooming flowers create a poetic scenery.
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The locals fence the tree and set up an altar under it. They consider the tree as a treasure.
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Hoa Bun is also known as other Vietnamese names such as Bach Hoa or Man Man.
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Hoa Bun tree has imprinted in the minds of many generations of Dinh Thon villagers.
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Hoa Bun owns a delicate fragrance and its pistil looks like a noodle.
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Hoa Bun blooms in clusters. The yellow and white flowers combining with the green leaves create a stunning beauty that captures the hearts of any visitors.
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