As temperatures gradually rise recently, China transforms into a floral wonderland. Plum blossoms, apricot blossoms, cherry blossoms, and a diverse array of other blooms unfurl across the country, injecting new vitality into the spring tourism. The pursuit of these blossoms has effectively inaugurated the spring travel season, propelling many regions into a peak tourist period.

Cherry Blossoms

- Statistical data reveals a remarkable surge in interest in flower viewing. According to official, the online search volume for “Flower Viewing Tour” has doubled compared to previous periods. Moreover, ticket bookings for scenic spots tagged “Flower Viewing and Spring Outing” have witnessed a 35% increase.
 

- From early March to mid-April, Beijing and Nanjing have emerged as the top two destinations for spring outings. Beijing leads the pack, with spring outing orders skyrocketing by 114% year-on-year. Iconic sites like the Summer Palace and Beihai Park are especially popular. Nanjing, too, has seen a 20% year-on-year uptick in spring outing orders, with the plum blossoms at Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum being a current sensation.
 

- Thanks to the continued implementation of favorable visa policies, an increasing number of international tourists are flocking to China to “embrace spring” and “chase blossoms.” From February 26th to the end of March, the majority of inbound flower-viewing tourists hail from South Korea, the United States, Russia, Malaysia, and Canada. Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing, Shenzhen, and Hangzhou rank among the top five most popular destinations. Xi’an, in particular, has experienced one of the fastest year-on-year growth rates in bookings.
 

The S2 train runs by the Juyongguan Great Wall, with peach and apricot blossoms blooming on both sides, making the train seem to travel through a pink tunnel. Seen from the top of the Great Wall, the train appears to meander through a sea of pink clouds. In addition, the magnolias in the Summer Palace and the peach blossoms in Beihai Park are also worth seeing.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Late March to Mid-April
 

Plum Blossom Hill in the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum Scenic Area has approximately 35,000 plum trees of over 380 varieties and is known as the “No. One Plum Garden in China”. As you ascend the mountain path, you can see ancient plum trees on both sides with graceful shapes and branches stretching freely. Some branches are laden with flower buds, while others are in full bloom.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Early March to Mid-April
 

Cherry Blossoms in Chenshan, Shanghai

The 1.5-kilometer (0.9-mile) cherry blossom avenue and the cherry blossom lawn offer a perfect spot for picnics and flower viewing. A cherry blossom-themed train shuttles through the sea of blossoms, and Japanese style tea houses are scattered throughout, making it the best destination for cherry blossom viewing in Shanghai.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Mid-March to Early April
 

Peony in Luoyang, Henan

Known as the “King of Flowers,” the peony is favored for its grandeur and allure. Luoyang offers numerous venues to admire these blossoms, each garden exuding its own unique charm.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Mid-April to Early May
 

Cherry blossoms in Qinglong Temple, Xi'an

The beauty of the cherry blossoms at Qinglong Temple lies not only in their brilliant appearance but also in their profound historical background. The temple buildings and the cherry blossom scenery complement each other. The ancient halls and the blue tiles and black eaves appear even more solemn and elegant against the backdrop of the cherry blossoms. While enjoying the flowers, visitors can also be immersed in the influence of Buddhist culture.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Mid-March to Mid-April
 

Rape Flower in Wuyuan, Jiangxi

The ancient village with white walls and black tiles is surrounded by a golden sea of flowers. The thousands of hectares of terraced fields, like sinuous yellow ribbons, undulate in harmony with the mountainous landscape, creating a living canvas of the earth. 
 

 Best Viewing Period: Early March to Early April
 

Cherry Blossoms in Wuxi, Jiangsu

Yuantouzhu is hailed as “the No. 1 cherry blossom viewing spot in China.” 30,000 cherry trees bloom along Taihu Lake, with their petals falling onto the lake surface like stars falling into a mirror. Taking a boat ride through this petal shower feels like stepping into a fairytales world.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Mid-March to Early April
 

Peach Blossom in Nyingchi, Tibet

Against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains, wild peach blossoms thrive. Their pink and white petals contrast vividly with the blue sky and glaciers. Along the banks of the Yarlung Zangbo River, ancient peach trees that are thousands of years old stand majestically, their petals falling like snowflakes in the wind.
 

 Best Viewing Period: Late March to Mid-April
 

Rhododendrons in Bijie, Guizhou

The rhododendron scenic area encompasses over 60 species of wild rhododendrons, which are as red as fire, as pink as rosy clouds, and as white as snow, presenting a riot of colors. The mountains stretching for hundreds of miles are covered with rhododendrons, resembling a huge colorful ribbon wrapped around the earth. 
 

 Best Viewing Period: Late March to Late April
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