As yellow apricot blossoms burst into full bloom, Yen Tu is cloaked in cloaked in a radiant new mantle of shimmering gold. The landscape comes alive with a luminous, vibrant beauty that stirs the senses and captivates the heart.
The Yen Tu yellow apricot is a rare endemic species of this sacred mountain. According to legend, it was first planted by the Buddhist King Tran Nhan Tong, leaving a profound imprint on the area’s cultural and spiritual significance.Blooming from around the middle of the second lunar month and lasting for about a month, the flowers create a vibrant season of yellow blossoms across the mountains and forest of Yen Tu.
Distinctive in character, the Yen Tu yellow apricot is distinguished by its year-round lush green foliage, clusters of delicate five-petaled blossoms, and a gentle fragrance, making it a valuable genetic resource in need of conservation.Traveling by cable car, visitors can enjoy panoramicviews of ancient yellow apricot trees—some hundreds of years old, flourishing amid the mountains.
These trees are primarily found at spiritual sites such as Hoa Yen Pagoda, Mot Mai Pagoda, Van Tieu Pagoda, Bao Sai Pagoda, Golden Waterfall, and Silver Waterfall. Notably, 20 ancient apricot trees have been officially recognized as Vietnam Heritage Trees.During the blossom season, visitors can immerse themselves in a sacred space suffused with pure golden hues, where the beauty of nature harmonizes with the tranquility and serenity of the Buddhist realm.
