Autumn comes to Hanoi

When autumn arrives in Hanoi, it brings unexpected light rains, gentle breezes and cool air to every corner of the capital city. Autumn seems to be the favoured season of many Hanoians.

A florist vendor walking along the street
A florist vendor walking along the street

Trees become more picturesque as their trees turn yellow.

Pavements are covered with fallen leaves.

Streets in downtown Hanoi such as Phan Dinh Phung, Tran Phu, Hoang Hoa Tham and Hoang Dieu streets are brightened in autumn as trees filled with yellow leaves.

Cycling slowly through the streets of Hanoi this season is a lovely experience

Sunlight that sprinkles in early morning at O Quan Chuong (Quan Chuong Gate).

People doing morning exercise on Hoan Kiem lake

Com (green rice flakes) is a special delicacy of Hanoi in autumn

When on sale, com is wrapped in lotus leaves to absorb the subtle scent of lotus

People taking photos to save memorable moments of this charming autumn season