The document describes a botanical garden in Hanoi, Vietnam that the author enjoyed visiting. It is located in northwest Hanoi, near West Lake and the city center. The garden was established in the early years of French colonization but has changed little over decades. It contains many rare tree species, including over two-thirds native to Vietnam. When visiting, the author enjoys the peace and quiet amid the noise of nearby streets, and sees others exercising, walking by the lake, or spending time with loved ones there.

1. Describe a garden or park you enjoyed visiting.
You should say:
- Where it was
- What it looked like
- What you did there
And explain why you liked it
I’m going to describe a garden I enjoyed visiting. It is Hanoi Botanical Garden. In fact, it is a green park
located in the northwest of Hanoi. It’s close to west lake and not so far from the city center so many people
can visit this place conveniently. Speaking of its history, it was established from the early years when the
French arrived in Vietnam in the invasion. However, throughout many decades, the garden has changed
little. Currently, it is considered as the green lungs of Hanoi, where those who love nature are immersed in
the green leaves and the sounds of the forest. In the botanical garden, there has many rare tree species.
As far as I know, the number of native species accounts for more than two thirds of the existing trees. At
the Botanical garden, visitors have opportunity to enjoy the tree species. Besides the diversity of plants,
botanic gardens have some animals. When I’m there, I do a variety of things but most frequently, I go there
to have some peace and quiet. In the middle of noise streets, Hanoi Botanic Gardens becomes the fresh
space, wide enough, quite enough so that people can soak into this atmosphere. Besides, I can see many
people take exercise or walk around the lake in the garden to improve their health. Also many couples also
choose this place to express their love, which is quite interesting. I would like to recommend this place to
anyone who has not been here before.
Part 3
· Do many people in your country have their own (private) garden?
In fact, not many people have their own private gardens in their houses. Even though gardening doesn’t fit
into the lifestyle of this technological era, I suppose people would like to have ones in their house.
However, the problem is, in my city, there is a serious lack of space and shortage of accommodation.
· Why do many people want to have their own (private) garden?
In response to the question of why many people want to have their own garden, the answers are many.
The biggest reason is you can avoid serious caused by food. Even if you have the diseases, you can grow
some medicinal herbs to treat the diseases.
· Do you think it's a good idea for a poor person to have their own garden (if possible)?
If possible, it’s a good idea for a poor person to have their own garden. If they have their own garden, they
can grow fruits and vegetables for their own consumption. It’s not only beneficial in the way that they don’t
have to spend money on grocery in the supermarket but also in terms of health. It’s undoubted that home-grown
food is much healthier than supermarket food.
· If you had your own garden, what would you grow in it?
From my point of view, there are some of the vegetables that I would consider growing if i had my own
garden. Firstly I would grow broccoli. Its a rich source of A and C. Besides, I would grow peas or beans.
Aside from being absolutely delicious, peas are high in fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins A,
B6, and C. Other vegetables I would grow are tomato, red bell pepper or carrot.
· (In your country), what roles do flowers play in people's lives (or, in society)?
In my opinion, flower plays an important role in making our life more joyful and happy. People use flowers
as a gesture of showing their feeling for their loved ones. Besides, they are used in our day-to-day life in
several forms like as attractive decorations in houses in a vase or flowerpot, etc. which creates a good
environment. Furthermore, for various functions like wedding, baby showers, anniversaries, etc., flowers
are also used for gifting.
· Do any flowers have any particular significance (or meaning) in your culture (or, your
country)?
In my culture, lotus flower has been used to indicate different meanings in different circumstances.
Essentially, he lotus flower represents the clarity of heart as well as the mind. It also represents strength,
good luck, long life as well as honour and respect. In a relationship, it is normally used to mean being totally
in love with someone and being forgetful of all that has happened in the past between you.