Hue Imperial Citadel given makeover with blossom spring flowers

The “royal flower” paints Hue Imperial Citadel in pink and purple, enchanting visitors from near and far.

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The purple-pink colour of the flowers, combined with the magnificent palaces, within the Hue Imperial Citadel, creates a noble beauty that captivates many visitors.

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According to Nguyen Anh Tuan of the Hue Association of Historical Science, the flower has long been associated with imperial nobility, earning it the title of the “flower of royalty.”

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Legend has it that the phoenix only perches on the Ngo Dong tree, therefore the tree is considered a symbol of good fortune, wealth, and prosperity.

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According to the book Dai Nam Nhat Thong Chi, King Minh Mang planted Ngo Dong trees in the Hue Imperial Citadel.

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Starting from the first trees planted at Can Chanh Palace, many more have since been planted across tombs, temples, and shrines.

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It is known that the flowers bloom most beautifully in late April and early May when the leaves have all fallen. The branches have many tiny buds, clustered together in bunches, waiting for the sun to come out and bloom.