Tram Chim (Dong Thap) in the season of birds and flowers
As the spring knocks on the door of Dong Thap, visitors can see many species of flowers blooming brilliantly and countless birds nest built on a large area of Tram Chim.
White plum flowers bloom in Bac Ha valley | |
Picturesque scene at Vietnam’s famous flower villages ahead of Tet | |
Western Nghe An dyed white by full-bloomed plum flowers |
Travel blogger Quy Coc Tu (real name Ngo Tran Hai An) has just had a "hunting" trip at Tram Chim National Park (Tam Nong, Dong Thap), where every spring, countless species of flowers bloom and birds migrate. In the past, several natural streams and rivers flowed from west to east, distributing water from the Mekong River to the plain of reeds. Now, these streams and rivers have been replaced by a system of canals flowing through the national park. (Photo: VN Express) |
Covering an area of 7.600 ha, Tram Chim National Park was established in 1999 and situated in Tam Nong District, Dong Thap Province, Vietnam. It is designed to preserve the typical submerged in-land ecosystem that develops mainly in Ha Tien; the Plain of Reeds and U Minh areas. Tram Chim National Park has located 19 km to the east of the Mekong River, at an elevation of about 1m. The topography of the national park is flat, slopes slightly to the East. (Photo: VN Express) |
The photo captures a farmer harvesting water lilies in Tram Chim. Water lilies have a long body under deep water, so they have to be bundled together for easy transport. Fresh water lily can make many delicious dishes such as salad, fish sauce, fried garlic, shrimp soup ... At present, in Tram Chim, there are new types of water lilies blooming to adorn the spring flower bed, although it is not yet in full bloom. (Photo: VN Express) |
Since the mid-1980s, 53 km of dykes fitted with sluices have been constructed around the national park, with the aim of impounding floodwater for longer as well as reducing the lowering of the water table during the dry season. The national park is fragmented by canals into five management zones; the water level of each can be managed separately. (Photo: VN Express) |
There are also strange flower colors here, such as the yellow, purple rolled atrium. This is a kind of small flower, blooming along the waves. In the full season, the canals inside the national park look like a dark purple carpet. (Photo: VN Express) |
In addition to watching flowers growing in the water blooming, photographer Hai An also captures many moments of migratory birds to the national park. To date, at least 88 bird species have been recorded at Tram Chim National Park. The site is famous for its population of Sarus Cranes that inhabits the site in the dry season. In the 1990s, hundreds of Cranes spent the dry season here. (Photo: VN Express) |
February every year is the best time to go to Tram Chim to watch the birds and flowers. He likens the birds here to be diverse and beautiful as "a nature fashion show". This wonderful land offer tourists so many great activities to join. (Photo: VN Express) |
Local people believe that the species breeds at the site, and claim to have found both eggs and young of the species but this has yet to be confirmed. A number of other globally threatened and near-threatened bird species regularly occur at Tram Chim, including Oriental Darter Anhinga melanogaster, Lesser Adjutant Leptoptilos javanicus, Painted Stork Mycteria leucocephala, and Asian Golden Weaver Ploceus hypoxanthus. (Photo: VN Express) |
Other wetland bird species of note recorded at Tram Chim include Cotton Pygmy Goose Nettapus coromandelianus, Greater Painted-snipe Rostratula benghalensis and Pheasant-tailed Jacana Hydrophasianus chirurgus. Because of its importance for globally threatened and bird species, Tram Chim qualifies as an Important Bird Area. (Photo: VN Express) |
Quy Coc Tu shared that photographing flowers and birds is very different, capturing wild birds needs patience and passion. "Sometimes it takes forever to get as close as possible, but by mistake, they fly away." In addition, a good camera and lens are also factors that help photographers succeed. (Photo: VN Express) |
Purple carpet of impatiens walleriana for a sense of romance in Hanoi The impatiens walleriana flower hill in Hanoi's Long Bien district has recently drawn huge attention from flower and photo lovers. The sheer beauty of the ... |
Mountain ebony - Northwest special flowers enter full blooming season in Da Lat Mountain ebony, which is the "specialty" of the Northwest, was brought to grow in Da Lat since 2007, thanks to which, every December, Da Lat ... |
Sin Suoi Ho village dyed in yellow with Mexican sunflowers These days, hills and mountain flanks in Sin Suoi Ho village, Phong Tho district, the Northern Lai Chau province is dyed in the yellow hue ... |
Tags:
Recommended
Travel
Cruise Tourism Flourishes On Reunification Day Holiday In Vietnam
On the Reunification Day holiday (April 30 - May 1), Saigontourist Travel Services Company welcomed and served more than 650 American, German, British, and Canadian tourists on the Azamara Journey cruise ship visiting Ho Chi Minh City, Tien Giang, and Ben Tre.
May 01, 2024 | 08:04
Travel
Historical Destinations To Visit On Reunification Day In Ho Chi Minh City
Nha Rong Harbor, Saigon Special Forces weapons bunker, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts, and Cu Chi Tunnels are the places where guests can discover and learn about the history of Vietnam on the Reunification Day.
April 30, 2024 | 10:13
Travel
Discover The Dreamy Sam Tang Lake In Hoa Binh
About 15km from Mai Chau town, Sam Tang Lake is a beautiful check-in spot not known to many tourists in Hoa Binh. This place is impressive with its pristine natural scenery, calm lake, green mountains, and forests.
April 29, 2024 | 09:04
Travel
5 Destinations For A Getaway Trip On Reunification Day In Southern Region
With rising tourism needs during the five-day Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day (May 1) holidays, these lovely destinations in the Southern region will be the perfect getaway to escape the summer heat.
April 29, 2024 | 08:50
Travel
Top 5 Wonderful Spots For Cloud-Hunting In Hoa Binh
Tourists traveling to Hoa Binh will immerse themselves in beautiful nature and experience cloud-hunting in these amazing destinations.
April 27, 2024 | 20:48
Travel
Lo Thung – The Unique Primeval Rock Pool In Quang Nam
The unique Lo Thung rock pool consists of hundreds of stones in various shapes and sizes that tourists can visit in Tien Phuoc District, Quang Nam Province. Like many other national scenic spots, it also has an interesting legend.
April 26, 2024 | 10:56
Travel
Visit The Sacred Dinh Tien Hoang King Temple In Ninh Binh
Embraced by the quiet mountains and forests of the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, Dinh Tien Hoang King Temple Relic is not only famous for its historical values but also its ancient and profound architecture.
April 24, 2024 | 19:58
Travel
Discover The Beautiful Destinations For A Holiday In Phu Tho
Phu Tho is always a land of origin with a rich ethnic identity, without the hustle and bustle of modern cities, and brings tourists a clean, peaceful, and tranquil atmosphere.
April 24, 2024 | 12:03