Hanoi: Young people enchanted by lotus This is the blooming season of lotus in Hanoi’s West Lake. In the early morning and late afternoon, particularly the weekend, young people flock to this area to take photos with lotus. Here are some pictures of Hanoi people in general and the youth in particular at the West Lake to take photo with lotus:     The lotus ponds near the West Lake Water Park are attracting people to enjoy lotus and take photos with flowers. The entrance fee is VND20,000/person. People are busy posing with lotus. Each bundle of lotuses is priced from VND60,000 to VND70,000 ($3-3.5). A boat of lotuses. Photo: Dan Tri