Does your city have a popular city flower?
Every time you travel to a different city, besides visiting landmarks and tasting local food, have you ever noticed the flowers blooming in the streets and alleys that represent the unique charm of the city?
Today, let's take a look at the city flowers of some popular travel destinations. Next time you travel, you might recognize them at a glance by the roadside, making your trip even more meaningful~
🌸 Shanghai - White Magnolia
The white magnolia is simply the "spokesperson" of Shanghai’s spring. Its petals are pure white like jade, large and elegant, blooming on branches like a flock of lively white doves. When driving in Shanghai, passing by the Bund or Lujiazui, don’t forget to look up and admire the white magnolias by the street, feeling the spring tenderness of this international metropolis.
🌸 Beijing - Chinese Rose (Rosa chinensis)
You can see Chinese roses everywhere in Beijing’s streets and alleys. They have a long blooming period and come in many colors. Not only are they beautiful, but they also symbolize resilience and perseverance, just like this ancient yet vibrant city that thrives through the ages.
🌸 Kunming - Camellia
Kunming is known as the "Spring City," and the camellia is its leading flower. Camellias come in many varieties and vibrant colors, with layered petals that look like exquisite works of art.
🌸 Xiamen - Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea grows wildly all over Xiamen’s streets, alleys, and seaside boardwalks. Its blooming period is very long, almost year-round. Rent a car and drive along the island ring road, feel the sea breeze, and enjoy the blooming bougainvillea along the way, experiencing the unique romance and freedom of this coastal city.
🌸 Guangzhou - Kapok
Guangzhou’s kapok flowers are famously passionate. The tree is full of red flowers that look like burning flames or the blood of heroes, earning it the nickname "Hero Flower."
🌸 Luoyang - Peony
"Only the peony is truly the national beauty; when it blooms, it moves the capital." Peonies have large, full blossoms that exude a noble and elegant aura. Every April, Wangcheng Park and the Sui-Tang City Ruins Botanical Garden are great places to admire peonies.
🌸 Urumqi - Rose
Roses have an elegant shape and symbolize beauty. Blooming in the relatively arid Xinjiang region, they also represent the spirit of showing beautiful vitality even in harsh environments.
🌸 Hangzhou - Osmanthus
In the golden autumn, Hangzhou is enveloped by the sweet fragrance of osmanthus. By the picturesque West Lake and amid the bell sounds of Lingyin Temple, the faint scent of osmanthus always lingers nearby. Roll down the car window, and the breeze carrying the osmanthus fragrance will greet you, as if time itself slows down.
🌸 Harbin - Lilac
Spring and summer in Harbin are the stage for lilacs. In streets, alleys, parks, and courtyards, lilacs dance gently in the wind, filling the air with fragrance, adding a touch of softness and romance to this ice and snow city full of exotic charm.
What is the city flower of your city? Share it in the comments and post pictures of your "city flower" so everyone can enjoy the romance of different cities~