Visitors are lining up to view the stunning ancient Sapa roses at the Bulgaria Rose Festival being held in Hanoi from March 8-11.
![]() As many as 2,000 imported roses and various types of Vietnamese roses are displayed at the event. ![]() Ancient Sapa roses attract visitors’ attention due to their unique beauty. ![]() The flowers are hardy enough to survive in tough weather. ![]() It is one of the rarest roses in Vietnam. ![]() The Ancient Sapa rose originated in Europe. ![]() It was brought to Vietnam by a Frenchman who planted it in Sa Pa. ![]() It is also known as a French rose. ![]() The white and red rose bushes can grow to about 3 meters tall. ![]() They are grown in large pots. ![]() Pictured is an ancient rose in full bloom. ![]() A bonsai rose can cost millions of Vietnamese dong. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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