Visitors are lining up to view the stunning ancient Sapa roses at the Bulgaria Rose Festival being held in Hanoi from March 8-11.


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As many as 2,000 imported roses and various types of Vietnamese roses are displayed at the event.

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Ancient Sapa roses attract visitors’ attention due to their unique beauty.

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The flowers are hardy enough to survive in tough weather.

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It is one of the rarest roses in Vietnam.

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The Ancient Sapa rose originated in Europe.

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It was brought to Vietnam by a Frenchman who planted it in Sa Pa.

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It is also known as a French rose.

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The white and red rose bushes can grow to about 3 meters tall.

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They are grown in large pots.

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Pictured is an ancient rose in full bloom.

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A bonsai rose can cost millions of Vietnamese dong.

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