Is Talay Bua Daeng (Red Lotus Sea) happening right now?

As of today, out of season, returns ~November. Earth Exhibit tracks the live conditions and flags it the moment it is on.

Talay Bua Daeng, commonly called the Red Lotus Sea, is a seasonal bloom of Nelumbo (lotus) across wetlands near Kumphawapi, Udon Thani, Thailand.

Each dry season thousands to tens of thousands of blossoms open on calm mornings, creating a sweeping carpet of pink-red flowers that attracts local visitors and photographers.

Where to see it

A taste of where to see it. The full map, exact coordinates and the best timing for each spot live in the app.

Viewing spots
Talay Bua Daeng Main Pier (Kumphawapi)
East Shore Boardwalk Viewpoint (local community pier)
+ 1 more spot, with exact coordinates and timing, in the app →

This is the short version

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