A total of 125 Japanese cherry blossom trees were planted in Da Lat city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on November 21.
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| Delegates joining hands to plant a cherry tree at the event (Photo: sggp.org.vn) |
The trees were presented by Japan’s Himeji Flowers Auction Co., Ltd as a gift to celebrate Da Lat’s 125 years of founding and development (1893-2018) and the 45th anniversary of Vietnam – Japan’s diplomatic relations (1973-2018).
100 of the trees were planted at the city’s flower garden, while the remaining 25 trees will be established at the garden of Muoi Loi, a late flower artisan who devoted his life to flowers and ornamental plants.
The plantation event was attended by the leaders of Lam Dong province, representatives from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Vietnam, florists from Thai Phien, Ha Dong, and Van Thanh flower gardens, as well as numerous locals and visitors.
According to Ton Thien San, Chairman of Da Lat city People’s Committee, the city’s authorities have worked with JICA and Himeji company in implementing a project on developing high-quality flower production areas through the modernisation of nursery and production facilities in Xuan Tho commune, Da Lat city.
On the occasion, a stone stele was also installed at Da Lat city flower garden to mark the special event.
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