Pingliang awash in cherry blossoms in April
A tourist takes pictures of a cherry tree at Liuhu Park in Pingliang, Gansu province on April 12. [Photo by Li Weixuan and Gao Xiaohua]
Pink cherry flowers have been blossoming at Liuhu Park in Pingliang, Northwest China's Gansu province, since late March.
Every year, as spring approaches and temperatures rise, the cherry trees start showing their blossoms, adding romantic charm to the city and attracting residents to take photos.
The best viewing time is usually from early to mid-April. Visitors can also enjoy local attractions that include Kongtong Mountain, Longyin Temple and Nanshan Ecological Park.
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