Hanoi among the most beautiful autumn destinations in Asia

Time Out magazine voted Hanoi as an ideal destination to enjoy autumn, with red and yellow leaves in the chilly air and experience the colorful Mid-Autumn Festival in the Old Quarter.

Hanoi ranked 5th in the list of the most beautiful autumn foliage destinations in Asia. The British magazine described the Vietnamese capital as having "a very unique autumn" compared to other destinations in the continent.

Yellow leaves at Hoan Kiem Lake in early September. Photo: Nguyen My Linh

Hanoi is not yet a familiar destination for international visitors to enjoy autumn. This magazine suggests that visitors should stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake to admire the typical red and yellow leaves. This is also the harvest season in the North, coinciding with the Mid-Autumn Festival, bringing many unique cultural experiences. In addition to sightseeing, visitors can immerse themselves in the festival with traditional music , lion dances and enjoy moon cakes with lotus seeds, salted eggs and green beans.

"When night falls, the streets are lit up by all kinds of lanterns, creating a sparkling, captivating scene," the British magazine described.

This publication also suggests that October is the best time for tourists to experience Hanoi's autumn.

Tourists check in yellow leaves at Hoan Kiem Lake in early September. Photo: Nguyen My Linh

In addition to the capital of Vietnam, the remaining 6 names appearing on the list include Ibaraki and Kyoto (Japan); Nami Island (South Korea); Alishan National Scenic Area (Taiwan, China); Zhangjiajie National Forest Park and Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park (China).

Time Out is a magazine specializing in lifestyle, cuisine , travel, arts and entertainment. Founded in 1968 in London (UK), the magazine now operates as a digital site, providing suggestions for restaurants, events and unique experiences, becoming a reliable reference for tourists and locals.

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