As February draws to a close, Yangzhou, Jiangsu province, has become a spring paradise filled with vibrant colors. Here are some of the best places in the city to visit during the season of renewal.
Slender West Lake transforms into a sea of pink and white plum blossoms during spring. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
Slender West Lake is a top attraction in Yangzhou, known for its clear waters and the lush greenery lining its shores. In spring, the plum blossoms surrounding the lake transform into a vast floral sea, enchanting all who behold them.
A lady holding a traditional oil-paper umbrella pauses to admire the bamboo foliage in Geyuan Garden. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
On the secluded bamboo trails of Geyuan Garden, a quintessential Jiangnan-style garden in Yangzhou, the breeze tenderly caresses the leaves, heralding the first breath of spring.
Pink plum blossoms complement the ancient walls and rockeries in Heyuan Garden. [Photo/WeChat account: yzs_lyj]
Heyuan Garden, another notable garden in Yangzhou, combines traditional Chinese gardening techniques with natural beauty. It features delicate pavilions and artificial rockeries, offering a tranquil getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life.