🌿 Hidden Gem Loved by Locals: Dalian Botanical Garden

#cherryblossom25 💰 Totally free & open all day! Though it’s located right in the city center, Dalian Botanical Garden is far less known than the nearby Labor Park, which means fewer crowds and a much more peaceful, relaxed vibe. 🌸✨ Come April, it becomes a springtime haven, filled with blooming flowers and a tranquil, cultural atmosphere — the perfect urban escape. 🌸 Springtime Highlight: Cherry Blossoms Right now, the Tokyo cherry blossoms along the lakefront are in full bloom, creating a dreamy pink tunnel that feels like a fairy tale. By late April, the double-petaled cherry trees on the hillside will also begin to open — a must-visit for photographers and flower lovers alike! Other spring blooms in full glory include: Forsythia 💛 Wintersweet, Crabapple, Peach blossoms, Lilacs 🌸💐 Paired with the lakeside weeping willows, the golden and pink colors weave together the very essence of spring. 🍃 Key Sights to Explore Yingsong Pond (映松池) – a quiet lakeside spot Lu Xun Memorial Monument (鲁迅纪念碑) Bamboo Garden Courtyard (竹园古风庭院) – with traditional Chinese vibes Cherry Blossom Garden (樱花园) – for the perfect spring snaps Red Bridge Waterfall (红桥叠水) – a peaceful cascade tucked among flowers Mountain Viewpoint (山顶观景台) – with a panoramic view after a pleasant hike In summer, the hillside even has flowing streams! But right now, April is the ideal time to catch the floral spectacle in full swing 🌼📷 Perfect for a quiet afternoon stroll, a photo session, or a breath of fresh air away from the bustle 🌿✨ #travel