Are there any flowers from your city among the most popular city flowers?
Every time you travel to a different city, besides checking in at scenic spots and tasting delicious food, have you ever noticed the flowers blooming in the streets and alleys, representing the unique temperament of the city?
Today, we'll take a look at the city flowers of popular tourist cities. Maybe next time you travel, you'll be able to recognize them on the roadside at a glance, making your trip even more meaningful.
🌸 Shanghai - White Magnolia
The white magnolia is the "spokesperson" of spring in Shanghai. Its jade-white petals, large and elegant, bloom on the branches like a group of lively white doves. When you rent a car and drive around Shanghai, passing by the Bund and Lujiazui, don't forget to look up at the white magnolias on the roadside and feel the spring tenderness of this international metropolis.
🌸 Beijing - Chinese Rose
Chinese roses can be seen everywhere in Beijing. They have a long flowering period and rich colors. Not only are they beautiful, but they also symbolize resilience, just like this ancient and vibrant city, still thriving after years of history.
🌸 Kunming - Camellia
Known as the "Spring City," Kunming's leading lady is the camellia. Camellias come in many varieties and colors, with layers of petals resembling exquisite works of art.
🌸 Xiamen - Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea grows freely throughout Xiamen's streets, alleys, and seaside walkways. Its flowering period is incredibly long, blooming almost all year round. Rent a car and drive along the Island Ring Road, enjoying the sea breeze and admiring the blooming bougainvillea, experiencing the unique romance and freedom of this coastal city.
🌸 Guangzhou - Bombax ceiba
Guangzhou's Bombax ceiba is famously passionate. The red flowers all over the tree are like burning flames or the blood of heroes, hence the name "hero flower."
🌸 Luoyang - Peony
"Only the peony is the true national beauty, moving the capital when it blooms." Peonies have large, full blossoms, exuding an air of grace and luxury. Every April, Wangcheng Park and Sui and Tang Dynasties Relics Botanical Garden are great places to appreciate peonies.
🌸 Urumqi - Rose
Roses are elegant in shape and have beautiful meanings. Blooming in the relatively dry Xinjiang region, they also represent the meaning of showing beautiful vitality in a harsh environment.
🌸 Hangzhou - Sweet Osmanthus
In autumn, Hangzhou is enveloped by the sweet fragrance of osmanthus. By the picturesque West Lake, amidst the bells of Lingyin Temple, the faint scent of osmanthus lingers in the air. Roll down the car window, and the breeze carries the fragrance of osmanthus, as if time has slowed down.
🌸 Harbin - Lilac
Spring and summer in Harbin belong to the lilac. In the streets, alleys, parks, and courtyards, lilacs dance in the wind, filling the air with their fragrance, adding a touch of unique tenderness and romance to this exotic ice city.
What is the city flower of your city? Share it in the comments section and post pictures of your "city flowers" to let everyone experience the romance of different cities together.