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| Cutting the ribbon to open the exhibition |
On the morning of April 26, at the Royal Treasury Palace area within Hue Imperial Citadel, The Organizing Committee of Hue Festival inaugurated the exhibition “Display and Exhibition of Bonsais, Orchids, Ornamental Stones from Three Regions, Hue Handicraft Products, Tea Appreciation Art, and Experiential and Culinary Activities”, one of the highlights of the National Tourism Year and Hue Festival 2025.
Attending the opening ceremony were the Standing Member of Hue City Party Committee and Permanent Vice Chairman of the Hue City People’s Committee, Head of the Hue Festival 2025 Organizing Committee, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Binh, along with leaders of various departments, artisans, and visitors.
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| The works of bonsais in beautiful shapes |
According to Mr. Hoang Viet Trung, Director of Hue Monuments Conservation Center, this year’s event attracts the participation of over 600 artisans from various provinces and cities across the country, including distant localities such as Lao Cai, Can Tho, and An Giang. The artisans bring with them more than 1,000 works of bonsais, orchids, and ornamental stones.
Thieu Phuong Garden, where orchids are displayed, and Co Ha Garden, the place organizing bonsais and ornamental stones exhibition, are harmoniously arranged within the ancient royal space, creating a picturesque and vibrant scene filled with rare orchids, masterfully shaped bonsais, and stones evoking the forms of mountains and rivers.
“Through this program, we aim to honor and promote bonsais, traditional craft villages, cuisine, and the art of tea appreciation, connecting them all together within Hue’s unique cultural heritage space. Thence, we hope to contribute to promoting ecotourism, protecting the environment, and fostering local socio-economic development,” said Mr. Trung.
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| Co Ha Garden, where various works of bonsais and ornamental stones being displayed |
Ms. Hoang Thi Mai, a visitor from Hanoi, shared her feelings after attending the program for the first time: “I’ve been to Hue Imperial Citadel before, but this time is truly special. The solemn, majestic atmosphere of Hue Imperial Citadel combined with the artistic displays of bonsais and orchids make visitors feel as if they’ve wandered into a royal garden”.
Not only did many artisans bring their works for exhibition, but they also contributed financially and donated valuable pieces for auction to raise funds to support the Fund for Eliminating Temporary Houses in Hue City and the Hue Heritage Conservation Fund.
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| Phuoc Tich pottery products being featured in the exhibition space showcasing Hue’s handicraft products at the Royal Treasury Palace, Hue Imperial Citadel |
The exhibition will take place until the end of May 2, 2025, coinciding with the April 30 and May 1st public holidays, promising to attract thousands of visitors both domestically and internationally. Particularly, from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm each night (April 26 to May 1st), Royal Treasury Palace, Thieu Phuong Garden, and Co Ha Garden will be open to the public for free, allowing visitors to explore the enchanting, mystical beauty of the Hue Imperial Citadel at night, where nature, architecture, and culture blend seamlessly.
Moreover, starting from April 26, firework displays and cannon firing performances will take place at Ky Dai Hue (Hue Flag Tower) every Saturday night.