During the summer months, the lotus ponds in Quang Yen ward enter their blooming season, creating a peaceful countryside atmosphere with the green of the leaves and the pink and white of the lotus flowers. Beyond their scenic beauty, these lotus ponds are being exploited by locals in a multi-faceted way, from cultivating and harvesting lotus flowers to developing experiential services and photography opportunities, gradually becoming an attractive destination every lotus blooming season.
Báo Quảng Ninh•26/06/2026
Every summer, the lotus pond of Mr. and Mrs. Nguyen Tri Kien and Nguyen Thi Yen (Yen Giang area, Quang Yen ward) is covered in the green of lotus leaves, dotted with pink and white lotus blossoms, creating a peaceful and poetic rural scene.
Amidst the tranquil water, the pink of the lotus flowers blends with the green of the leaves, creating a pristine and captivating natural scene. The lotus blooming season not only brightens up the countryside but also becomes a scenic highlight, attracting tourists to visit and experience it.
Photo and video exhibition "Happy Vietnam" held in Quang Ninh.(PLVN) – From June 26-28, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in coordination with the People's Committee of Quang Ninh province, organized the photo and video exhibition "Happy Vietnam 2026," which brought together more than 200 outstanding works out of over 40,000 entries submitted to the Human Rights Media Award over the past three years.
The art of infusing tea with lotus flowers - a unique cultural feature of Hanoi.In June, Hanoi enters its lotus season. The delicate fragrance of these flowers wafts through the streets of the capital city, carried by vendors. Along with this most beautiful flower season of the year, those who practice the traditional craft of infusing tea with lotus flowers are also busy entering the peak season to preserve the lotus flavor that will last for generations.
The bunches of white lotus flowers recently harvested by Ms. Nguyen Thi Yen are the result of meticulous care, from maintaining the water surface and fertilizing to monitoring each stage of the lotus plant's growth. Each bunch of flowers not only brings the beauty of the countryside but also contributes to generating additional income for the family, enhancing the value of the lotus ponds in the village. To ensure that lotus ponds bloom evenly and beautifully throughout the summer , farmers regularly care for and clean the water surface, prune leaves, and monitor the growth of the lotus plants. This meticulousness and diligence in each step helps keep the lotus ponds lush and green, creating a beautiful landscape and enhancing the value of the lotus cultivation model. The lotus blooming season is also a bustling time for experiential photography services. The flowing ao dai dresses, traditional costumes, stand out against the lush green backdrop, adding to the allure of the lotus pond.
The lotus blooming season is also when the lotus pond becomes a space for preserving beautiful moments of youth.
Vietnam encourages US businesses to expand investment in high technology.On the morning of June 26th, at the Government Headquarters, Deputy Prime Minister Ho Quoc Dung received Mr. Jeff Place, Supply Chain Director of Coherent Group (USA). During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister affirmed that Vietnam encourages US businesses to expand investment, especially in high-tech, innovation, and semiconductor industries.