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As the year draws to a close, caring for kumquat trees demands extra attention to ensure they remain vibrant, lush, and healthy. The dry weather in the final month can be challenging, so adequate watering is crucial. In Hanoi’s Tay Ho District, Tu Lien Bonsai Village buzzes with activity a month before Tet. Farmers are in the final stages of preparing their kumquat trees for harvest, a tradition they’ve meticulously practiced all year. Hoang Luan, a local farmer, emphasizes the significance of this period for kumquat growers. “Each year, we diligently care for our trees, mindful of the weather, to ensure they’re ripe in time for Tet. With the holiday arriving earlier this year, we’re working diligently to accelerate their growth,” he shares. Tu Lien’s kumquat trees have evolved over the years to meet the diverse preferences of consumers. From grand pots to miniature displays, their shapes and designs have been refined to captivate customers. Tu Lien Bonsai Village, nestl...

The Succulent Festival: A Botanical Extravaganza at Sun World Fansipan Legend Get ready for a unique botanical experience at the Succulent Festival held at Sun World Fansipan Legend! Running until December 30, 2024, the festival is a highlight of Lao Cai’s largest tourism promotion program for the year. With 50 varieties of succulents on display, each with its own captivating charm, the event is a treat for nature lovers and plant enthusiasts alike. Among the stars of the show are the pink succulents, graptopetalum mendozae, and echeveria crinoline ruffles, which are sure to leave visitors in awe. Artistic arrangements of succulents at the 2024 Fansipan Succulent Festival, Sa Pa Town, Lao Cai Province, Vietnam. Photo : Nguyen Hien One of the main attractions is the tower made of 3,143 succulents at the Fansipan cable station, symbolizing Fansipan Peak, the tallest mountain in Indochina. This stunning display has become a magnet for international tourists. But the Fansip...

A truck battles against the strong winds and loses control, overturning on the road to Hai Van Tunnel, the longest road tunnel in Southeast Asia, connecting Da Nang city and Thua Thien-Hue province. The ferocious winds bring down numerous trees, creating obstacles and causing difficulties for drivers on the road to Hai Van Tunnel. Local authorities have temporarily prohibited all vehicles from using the Hai Van Tunnel to ensure the safety of commuters. The powerful gales have toppled several trees, blocking the streets of Da Nang. Residents of Da Nang city are advised to stay indoors and limit outdoor activities from October 27 to October 28 for their own safety. Local authorities in Da Nang continue to implement safety measures for vessels and maritime activities. Boats are kept in the harbor, and those at sea are advised to seek safe shelter. Volunteers gear up to evacuate people to safer locations, ensuring they are ...

The General Secretary’s coffin, draped in the national flag, is borne by a horse-drawn carriage, with a cannon in tow, in a solemn procession. Crowds gather along the main streets, paying their final respects as the funeral procession marches by, honoring the late Party leader. Mourners gather to catch a glimpse of the leader’s coffin, draped in the national flag, as it is transported by hearse to its final resting place. Hanoians queue to bid a sorrowful farewell to the late Party leader as the coffin proceeds through the city’s major streets. Mourners from neighboring provinces, including Bac Ninh, Thai Binh, Nam Dinh, and Hung Yen, join the procession to pay their respects. The crowd stands in somber silence, bidding their final goodbyes to the beloved Party leader. Grief and sorrow are etched on the faces of the mourners as they hold portraits of the much-loved and respected statesman. Military officers render a...