Hanoi Autumn

[Nguyen Ngoc diep]

Fall is considered the most beautiful and romantic time for travellers to visit Hanoi.
The walkers doing early morning rounds of Hoan Kiem Lake can feel the approach of the much-talked autumn in the capital. They see the water surface of Sword Lake is like a mirror - so calm before the breeze starts.

A lot of locals and expatriates jog for their morning exercise before work or stroll around to admire the lake - and old trees and willows that are reflected in it.
Another crowd prefer sitting on the concrete benches to watch the sun go down and the lights around Thap Rua (Turtle Tower) in the center of the lake come on. 
The ancient The Huc Bridge is lit at night, showing the way for visitors to walk to Ngoc Son Temple. Around the lake, the leaves of trees are turning yellow and the roof tiles on the houses, particularly in the Old Quarter, are becoming browner.

Along romantic Nguyen Du Street and by Thien Quang Lake, the Hoa Sua (milk flowers) are in bloom and the street cafes are full.

People said that the best time to visit the capital city in autumn is October. It is charming with warm sunlight, cool breeze and dry atmosphere. If you love seeing the leaves change color, enjoying some local autumn specialties such as young green rice, living slowly for a to appreciate the beauty of your life, you definitely should come to Hanoi in autumn.