Thousands of cherry blossoms bloom in Chongqing, drawing visitors

Updated: Mar 2, 2026 By Deng Rui and Tan Yingzi in Chongqing chinadaily.com.cn Print

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An over 66-hectare cherry blossom garden in Zhongxian county, Southwest China's Chongqing, blooms into vibrant colors and fills the air with a delightful fragrance, thanks to the rising temperatures of spring. This transformation has drawn numerous visitors eager to capture the picturesque scene. [Photo by Wu Jianhua/For chinadaily.com.cn]

Thanks to the diverse range of species and the unique microclimate of the Three Gorges Reservoir area, here, the cherry blossom season extends from mid-January to mid-April. This extended blooming period effectively addresses the traditional short cherry blossom viewing season, offering residents and tourists a three-month-long floral spectacle.

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