Brilliant Điện Biên in ban flower season

ĐBP - Every March, the land and sky of Điện Biên province don their pristine white attire of ban (bauhinia) flowers.

As such, those who are captivated by beauty, when visiting the far-western land during this season, will immerse themselves in a space overflowing with the pure white hue and delicate fragrance of ban flowers, feeling the untouched, majestic beauty of the Northwestern mountains and forests.

Ban flowers bloom brilliantly across the land of Điện Biên.

 

Lighting up mountainous roads

During this time, the white of ban flowers blooms everywhere in Điện Biên. One does not need to travel far, even within Điện Biên Phủ city, visitors can admire the beauty of ban flowers. Streets lined with ban trees, such as along National Highway 279 through Thanh Minh commune, the canal banks of Him Lam, the stretch of National Highway 12, and the De-Castries Tunnel near Mường Thanh Bridge, are transformed into picturesque, romantic scenes under the blooming white flowers.

A young Thái ethnic girl takes a photo with ban flowers.

Nguyễn Nam Khánh, a digital content creator and the owner of the TikTok channel “Điện Biên Lang Thang,” travels the streets of Điện Biên to capture the most beautiful moments of ban flowers. He shares, "At this time, ban flowers are in full bloom. Even along main streets, you can spot ban trees showing off their blossoms amidst the hustle and bustle of the city”

“For those looking for the perfect spot for photos, the stretch of National Highway 279, through Thanh Minh Commune, offers stunning ban trees. Although the trees are tall, you can still enjoy the view and take many beautiful and impressive photos. Another striking spot is along the canal banks of Him Lam, where a long row of ban trees blooms brilliantly, drawing many young people to admire the flowers and take photos,” he added.

The Hồ Điều Hòa Park in Noong Bua ward, Điện Biên Phủ city is adorned with the pure white of ban flowers.

The white flower path

Leaving the city center, following the winding roads for about 35 kilometers, travelers will reach the Tây Trang Border Gate - one of the most stunning places to enjoy ban flowers in full bloom. Right from the entrance, rows of wild ban trees bloom, showcasing their pristine white flowers against the clear blue sky. Standing amidst the Tây Trang ban flower forest, one feels embraced by the pure, unspoiled beauty and tranquility of the vast land.

The Hồ Điều Hòa Park attracts many young people for photo opportunities.

For those who wish to admire the full beauty of ban flowers, stretching across vast fields of white, they must venture further. Roads like Mường Chà to Mường Nhé, the A Pa Chải Border Post, National Highway 279 to Mường Ảng, and Mường Lay town are ideal destinations for those who love exploration and adventure. Many trees have shed their leaves, with only their blossoms in full display, lighting up corners of the mountains.

For those seeking to immerse themselves in the pristine and enchanting beauty of the region, they should not miss the chance to explore the ban forest in Nậm Cứm village, Ngối Cáy commune, Mường Ảng district - about 50 kilometers from Điện Biên Phủ city. This forest is home to over 1,200 ancient ban trees, creating a dreamy landscape. When the flowers bloom, the entire forest is illuminated in a soft, radiant white, resembling a delicate yet captivating natural painting. Especially on March 8th, Mường Ảng district hosts a ban flower festival in Nậm Cứm village, promising unforgettable experiences amidst the majestic and poetic atmosphere of the mountains.

Ban flowers of Điện Biên showcase their beauty.

A scenic journey in the northwestern region

Along these roads of the Northwestern region during this season, travelers can marvel at the rugged, awe-inspiring beauty of the mountains and forests. The photographs of ban flowers on these roads will undoubtedly be cherished memories from the journey to explore Điện Biên.

During the ban flower season, young people come up with creative ways to capture the perfect photos with the flowers.

Trần Thị Quỳnh Trang, a visitor from Hanoi, was particularly impressed by the journey to the A Pa Chải border landmark. She shared: “The experience of reaching the A Pa Chải border landmark was truly unforgettable. I was especially struck by the rows of blooming ban flowers along the road. The pure white of the flowers added a romantic touch to the journey, making it not only filled with challenges but also full of beautiful emotions.”

The ban flowers bloom brilliantly in Nậm Cứm village, Ngối Cáy commune, Mường Ảng district.

Ban flowers in Điện Biên usually bloom in March, creating a vibrant natural painting as the flowers reach full bloom. Whether in the heart of the city or along distant roads, white ban flowers continue to bloom, gently but alluringly, leaving a lasting impression on travelers.

Visitors take photos with ban flowers along the road leading to A Pa Chải.

If you have the chance to visit Điện Biên during the ban flower season, you should take a moment to stop and quietly admire these small yet resilient flowers, fully experiencing the beauty of the Northwestern mountains and the simple, warm stories of the friendly, hospitable people in this far-western land.

Diệp Chi
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