Enchanted by the Spring Garden at Bach Ma Peak

TPO - As spring arrives, Bach Ma Peak (Phu Loc commune, Hue City) bursts with color amidst the vast Truong Son mountain range, with rhododendron forests and countless other flowers blooming simultaneously. From vibrant red rhododendrons to elegant white bell-shaped rhododendrons with pink accents, all create a rare "spring garden" at an altitude of over 1,400m, captivating visitors from near and far who set foot on this sacred mountain at the beginning of the new year.

As spring begins to arrive, Bach Ma National Park ( Hue City) enters its most beautiful time of year. At an altitude of over 1,400 meters above sea level, Bach Ma dons a new coat, with patches of native maple forests turning red interspersed with clusters of blooming rhododendrons, creating a wild, vibrant, and unique landscape. Photo: Ngoc Van

Located at the northern end of the Truong Son mountain range, Bach Ma National Park boasts diverse terrain , including medium-sized mountains, low mountains, and transitional zones from the foothills to altitudes exceeding 1,712 meters. Situated in a tropical monsoon climate zone, it is considered one of the most biodiverse forests, playing a crucial role in ecosystem conservation and maintaining the natural environmental balance of the Central region. (Photo: Bach Ma National Park)

In spring, Bach Ma not only becomes greener but also a place where countless flowers bloom. Many forest trees sprout new leaves and display their colors simultaneously. Among these flowers, the most prominent are the rhododendrons – considered the characteristic highlight of spring in Bach Ma.

According to forest rangers and forest protection workers, rhododendrons in Bach Ma typically bloom only once a year, mainly in the spring. Therefore, this time is always eagerly awaited by trekkers and tourists, as venturing deep into the old-growth forest allows visitors to encounter vibrant patches of flowers amidst ancient trees. Photo: Ngoc Van - Bach Ma National Park

At Bach Ma, besides the widely distributed red rhododendron from the core to the buffer zone, the mountain peaks also feature many rare species such as the white bell-shaped rhododendron with pink spots, the white bell-shaped rhododendron, and the rhododendron sim… Among them, the two groups of rhododendrons that attract the most attention in spring are the bell-shaped rhododendron and the red-flowered rhododendron. Photo: Ngoc Van

Along the hiking trails from Km0 of the road to the summit of Bach Ma Mountain, crossing a hill to reach the Peace Bell Tower and the Vong Hai Dai (Sea View Tower), many tourists are surprised to encounter patches of pristine forest full of flowers blooming in the spring, including many clusters of rhododendrons displaying vibrant colors. Photo: Ngoc Van

The bellflower rhododendron can grow up to 5 meters tall, with hairless young branches and leaves clustered at the ends. Photo: Ngoc Van

The buds and flowers of the bellflower also grow at the tips of the branches, with white or pale red hues, creating a gentle, pure feeling that stands out against the deep green forest backdrop. Photo: Ngoc Van

Meanwhile, the red rhododendron is usually a small tree, about 2.5 meters tall, with leaves clustered at the ends of branches, and young leaves covered in long hairs. Clusters of vibrant red flowers reaching up into the Trường Sơn mountain range create a captivating image. Photo: Vũ Linh

Besides rhododendrons, spring on Bach Ma mountain peak is also the time when many forest trees simultaneously change their colors. The red-leaved maple adds vibrant color to the mountainside. The Northern maple (a native Vietnamese species) also creates a highlight with its deep red leaves, making the Bach Ma landscape even more colorful. At first glance, the red leaves of the maple resemble those of temperate climates. Along with these are other flowers, creating a symphony of colors on the mountain peak, over 1,400m high . Photo: Ngoc Van

Besides the trekking routes, many famous stops in Bach Ma are named after this characteristic flower, such as Do Quyen Waterfall, Do Quyen Villa 1, Do Quyen Villa 2, etc., adding historical depth to the journey of exploring this sacred mountain. Photo: Ngoc Van - Vu Linh

Mr. Nguyen Vu Linh, Director of Bach Ma National Park, said that in recent times, the unit has intensified field research, thereby discovering and publishing 14 new species, and updating the park's catalog with more than 73 species not previously listed, including 50 plant species and 23 animal species. This shows that the biodiversity potential of Bach Ma remains very large and will continue to be expanded through subsequent surveys in the future. Photo: Vu Linh

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