Usually being packed at the weekends, this ‘heaven of flower’ offers a breathtaking view over of large flower fields. There are various kinds of seasonal flowers planted here such as daisy, chrysanthemum, sunflower, violet, and Catharanthus roseus.

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The entrance to West Lake Flower Valley is covered with chrysanthemum.
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The colouful flower fields attract visitors from all ages to come for photo shootings, especially at the weekend.
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The best time to visit Ho Tay Flower Valley is from fall to late spring (September to March) as thousands of flowers are blooming.
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The road leading to the flower growing area is also lined with pure white chrysanthemum arches.
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A windmill is made up of colorful flower baskets.
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Wooden bridges are placed at every flower fields for visitors to pose for pictures.  
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The carpet of chrysanthemum, and a chrysanthemum wall as well.
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Yellow daisies are showcasing their beauties and charms under the sunshine, inviting visitor to come for taking photos. 
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A visitor to Ho Tay Flower Valley poses with chrysanthemum.
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Chrysanthemum flowers - the beloved pure white flower by many Hanoians. 
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A photographer is working hard to take the best photos for his clients. 

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Lotus tea - a special gift from Hanoi

Lotus tea - a special gift from Hanoi

For a long time, villages around the West Lake in Quang Ba, Tay Ho and Nghi Tam in Hanoi have been well known for making lotus tea. It is the scented tea that forms the delicate art of enjoying lotus tea- a special gift of Hanoians.