The administration of Ho Chi Minh City has unveiled its initial draft design for the 18th version of the Nguyen Hue Flower Street, an annual event that is held to celebrate the Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet.
The flower street will stretch for over 700 meters throughout Nguyen Hue pedestrian street in District 1. With the 2021 Lunar New Year ushering in the Year of Buffalo, the vast majority of the concepts and decorations for the upcoming event will focus on models of buffalos.
According to organisers of the event, the organic design and architecture on display this year aims to send a message of environmental protection.
A couple of buffalo models will be positioned at the entrance to Flower Street which has been held annually to celebrate the traditional Tet since 2004.
Throughout the street visitors will be able to find 26 buffalo mascots, sending a message of gathering among friends and family ahead of Tet.
The highlight of the street is set to be a large model of a smart city, with local authorities keen to promote images of a dynamic and vibrant metropolis.
A garden filled with orchid flowers is to be set up on the street.
Similar to previous years, the 2021 version of Flower Street is due to be decorated by making use of environmentally-friendly materials.
In particular, a special corner will be set up to display flower arrangements from representatives of 10 consulate generals in Ho Chi Minh City.
Work to decorate the street will begin from January 25, according to organisers.
The Flower Street is scheduled to open to visitors from 7 p.m. on February 9 (or the 28th day of the 12th lunar month) and will run to 9 p.m. on February 15.
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Products on display will be ornamental plants, flowers and fruit trees, some handicraft products of traditional craft villages and products for the Lunar New Year.
