Life in Vietnam

Orchid exhibtion in Lai Châu Province

Flower power: A guest poses for a photo by flowers displayed at the event. — VNA/VNS Photo Quy Trung

Hundreds of flower lovers flocked to an orchid festival called Lai Chau Fragrance and Colours held in the northern city of Lai Chau over the weekend. Lai Chau Province is considered a territory of valuable orchid species especially Hoang Thao Ken (Dendrobium Lituiflorum) and Hoang Thao U Loi (Dendrobium Wardianum). The exhibition gathered both professional flower collectors and flower fans. — VNS

In bloom: The event attracts both professional flower collectors and flower lovers. — VNA/VNS Photo Quy Trung

Special place: Lai Chau Province is considered a territory of many valuable orchid species. — VNA/VNS Photo Quy Trung

On display: Orchid at the exhibtion. — VNA/VNS Photo Quy Trung

By Royal appointment: In the past, orchid in Viet Nam was named the flowers for kings as it requires special cares that only wealthy people can afford. — VNA/VNS Photo Quy Trung

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