Nature Paints Beijing Park in Spring Hues
As temperatures rise across East Asia, Yuyuantan Park in Beijing has become a kaleidoscope of color with triple-color horned violets and delicate fairy primroses reaching peak bloom. The floral spectacle coincides with the park's renowned cherry blossom season, creating layered waves of pink, violet, and green that attract photography enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Beyond Cherry Blossoms: A Year-Round Botanical Journey
While best known for hosting Beijing's largest collection of cherry blossom trees – totaling over 2,000 across 40 varieties – park officials have strategically cultivated diverse plant species to maintain ecological interest across seasons. "Our horticultural team works year-round to ensure every visit offers new botanical discoveries," shared a park representative speaking to local media.
Urban Oasis Bridges Nature and Culture
The 136-hectare park along Beijing's western Third Ring Road demonstrates China's growing emphasis on urban green spaces. With weekend visitor numbers exceeding 50,000 during peak bloom periods, the park serves as both recreational space and living laboratory for environmental researchers studying urban biodiversity patterns.
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Horned violets and fairy primroses in full bloom in Yuyuantan Park
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