At the centre of the exhibition stands a galloping horse sculpture, symbolising the nation’s aspiration for breakthrough and renewal in the year ahead.
The highlight of the display is the gathering of more than 300 peach blossom trees, carefully selected from renowned growing regions across Vietnam. Their delicate pink blooms dominate the park, drawing crowds eager to photograph the seasonal spectacle.
Beyond admiring the floral arrangements, visitors can experience traditional calligraphy, requesting auspicious characters from scholarly calligraphers, a longstanding Tet custom believed to bring good fortune.
The exhibition also features a creative fusion of flowers and paintings by the well-known artist Phong Hoang, adding an artistic dimension to the festive setting.
Phuong Ngan, 22, said she and her friends woke at 3am to prepare make-up and traditional outfits before heading to the garden for photographs.
“From the way the miniature landscapes are arranged to the peach branches heavy with buds, everything makes me feel that Tet is very close,” she said.
Dean, an American visitor who has travelled to Vietnam several times, described this trip as especially meaningful as it marks his first Lunar New Year celebration in Hanoi.
“I really enjoy experiencing Tet here for the first time,” he said. “The space is beautiful and vibrant. During this trip, my fiancée Huong has also introduced me to many traditional Vietnamese customs.”
Nearly 300 artistically shaped kumquat trees from various provinces are also on show, arranged in elaborate compositions that blend traditional horticulture with contemporary design.
Organisers invited more than 10 ornamental plant artisans to personally select and tend each peach and kumquat tree to ensure peak vibrancy for the public unveiling.
The spring flower space has been presented to the city by Sun Group and will run from February 13 to March 3, offering a vivid focal point for Tet festivities in the capital.
