Lotuses - to see and be happy

The pearl of the Far East is called the Komarov lotus. You can see the flowering of this unique plant only a few days a year. We tell you where and when in Primorye you can enjoy the beauty of a wonderful and rare flower.

Komarov Lotus in Primorsky Krai

Komarov Lotus (Latin Nelumbo Komarovii) is a relic plant common in the south of the Far East and listed in the Red Book of Russia. It is believed that the lotus is the same age as the dinosaurs, it bloomed 100 million years ago.

Lotus is a sacred plant in many countries of Southeast and East Asia. It occupies an honorable place in religious rites, legends and legends. The lotus is considered a symbol of sun, beauty, prosperity, flower of life. In ancient Eastern mythology it is said: "Seeing the flowering of the lotus will be happy for life".

Lotuses Komarov grow on several lakes of Primorsky Krai and bloom only a few days a year. The flowering period is from mid-July to mid-August. The plant is quite large, reaches a height of 2 meters, the diameter of the leaves can be up to 1 meter, and the flowers in the open form - about 30 centimeters. They have an amazing delicate aroma. 

The leaves of lotuses are covered with a special wax coating, which does not allow them to get wet - the water just rolls off them with balls. The flowers always face the sun and turn as it moves. The buds open in the morning and close at night. It is found that during the night inside the flower heat is formed. This is used by various insects, crawling inside before closing the bud.

The lotus combined the incompatible. On the one hand, he survived the ice age: the seeds of the plant do not freeze in severe cold, but fall into suspended animation. Biological processes slow down and the flower survives. On the other hand, it is very delicate and vulnerable - it does not grow in dirty ponds. If you rip it, after an hour the petals will begin to crumble, and if you cut it in a bud, the bud will never open.

> In many Asian countries, lotus flowers are used in the food, medical, cosmetic industries, for the manufacture of festive flower garlands and jewelry. There, the lotus does not belong to the category of endangered species, although at one time it was also rare. But it was preserved and restored. In Russia, the lotus is considered a rare plant and listed in the Red Book - you can only admire it. Therefore, let us appreciate the beauty and preserve this amazing flower for future generations

When does the lotus bloom in Primorsky Krai?

The flowering of lotuses in Primorye usually begins in mid-July and continues until mid-August. Experts say that in general on the edge of the flowering can be found from 3 to 15 August.

In the summer of 2025, lotuses began to bloom prematurely. This is due to the hot weather that has established itself in the region.

>Where can you watch lotuses in Vladivostok?

Lake in the village of Labour

>Another popular place to watch lotus bloom in Vladivostok is the Gulf Lake. This is a convenient and accessible location, which can be reached both by car and by public transport - by bus or train from the city center.

During the season, the lake attracts many guests: parking is equipped here, and a small cafe with a veranda operates near the water itself. Over a cup of coffee you can admire a picturesque view of pink flowers, creating a spectacular natural canvas on the surface of the lake.

Where can you watch lotuses in Primorsky Krai?

The village of Artemovsky (Artem GRES)

Photo of delicate flowering lotuses against the background of gloomy towers (cooling towers) of Artemovsky CHP every year blow up social networks. Every year in late July and early August, thousands of people flock here to take the same photos. During the flowering period, pink carpet covers almost the entire surface of Lake Karasinoe. Around the lake there are benches, convenient clearings for a picnic, "mushrooms" from the sun and a small beach.

Lake Khanka

There is a beautiful legend about the lotus and Hanka. It says that on the shore of the lake lived a guy Entoy, who loved the beautiful Eina. She used the young man and ordered him to fulfill his whim - to bring a gift that no one had seen before. Entoy traveled the world for a year, but could not find anything suitable and returned to his beloved. Antoya was in love with another girl - Lota. Seeing the suffering of the young man, she asked the gods to fulfill the desire of Aina and threw herself into the waters of Khanka, turning into a beautiful flower. Entoy tore the bud and achieved the love of a capricious beauty, whose heart melted. In honor of the girl who sacrificed herself, the flower was called a lotus, and Hanka cries for the Lot every year, her waters become muddy with tears

Rules for watching lotuses

Admiration of flowering lotuses is one of the most beautiful summer experiences in Primorsky Krai. But to preserve this natural beauty, it is important to follow simple rules. Lotuses are fragile plants listed in the Red Book of the region. Please take care of flowers and the environment.

• Don't go in the water. This is not only dangerous, but also harmful to plants. Lotuses break easily.
• Don't pick flowers and leaves. Lotus is a rare and protected plant. There are penalties for collecting it.
• Do not feed animals and birds. It disrupts the natural habitat.
• Don't leave garbage. Take all waste and packaging with you.
• Keep quiet. Respect other visitors and nature.
• Take care of the coastline. Do not destroy coastal plants and do not have picnics near the water.
• Photograph from a distance. Use a zoom lens, don't get close to the colors.

These simple rules will help preserve the beauty of lotus lakes for future generations.

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