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A Tet atmosphere descends on the traditional flower market in Hanoi as customers head to the market and purchase beautiful peach branches in order to decorate their homes. The blossoming of the flowers marks the initial sign that the Lunar New Year is just around the corner. Small peach branches cost between VND150,000 and VND200,000 each, while the larger ones can fetch up to VND1 million each. A branch is much sought after by Vietnamese people, especially those living in the north, to put it on display on the ancestral altar or to decorate their houses. Peach blossoms are widely believed to represent both luck and prosperity moving into the new year. Aside from Nhat Tan peach blossoms, several traders at Quang An flower market also sell wild flowers ahead of the festive season. According to sellers, branches of wild pear flowers are typically brought from mountainous localities from throughout the north...

The scene in front of Lotte Centre on Lieu Giai street where a massive pine tree sits in front of the iconic tower indicates the imminent arrival of Christmas. A mini Christmas scene is recreated for visitors to come and enjoy. Many guests take time to snap some festive photos in front of the site. A well-decorated pine tree located in front of the Deawoo Hotel The sight of the pine tree signals that the new year is drawing close. A great pine tree with mini scene shimmers at a commercial centre on Nguyen Chi Thanh street. Shops are well-decorated ahead of Christmas. Vinhomes Royal City is fully decorated with Christmas decorations, with the famous shopping centre being an ideal place to entertain visitors. The festive Christmas atmosphere spreads to all corners of Hanoi. The post Giant Christmas trees brings festive cheer to Hanoi streets appeared first on Vietexplorer.com . View more from Viet...