Spring in Nanjing | Your Ultimate Guide to Cherry Blossom Viewing

| Your Ultimate Guide to Cherry Blossom Viewing. As spring unfolds, Nanjing transforms into a sea of pink blossoms. The Qinhuai River Lantern Festival and the Cherry Blossom Avenue at Nanjing Botanical Garden Mem.Sun Yat-sen are particularly stunning. Follow my footsteps for a romantic spring adventure! Day 1: Lantern Show by Qinhuai River 📍 Location: Confucius Temple - Bailuzhou Park - Laomendong 🚇 Transportation: Take subway Line 3. Get off at Confucius Temple Station for Confucius Temple, Exit 3 at Wudingmen Station for Bailuzhou Park, and Exit 2 for Laomendong. ⏰ Time: The lantern festival usually runs for over 50 days during Lunar New Year to Lantern Festival. Best to visit after 5pm when the lanterns light up for the best atmosphere. 🌟 Route Guide: • Confucius Temple: The heart of the Qinhuai Lantern Festival. The Dacheng Hall is brilliantly lit, and you can light lanterns for blessings - a traditional Nanjing custom. Walk along Qinhuai River to see lanterns swaying on both banks, with ancient buildings reflected in the water. Don't miss the classic photo spot at Dongyuan Bridge for perfect shots. • Bailuzhou Park: This year's main venue features flower and bird-themed lanterns. The large lantern display on the right of the entrance is perfect for photos. The bridge with lanterns on both sides is incredibly photogenic, and the main dragon lantern is magnificent. On weekend nights, artificial snow adds to the magical atmosphere. • Laomendong: Free entry, lanterns light up around 17:30 daily. The dragon lantern on the city wall is spectacular - for the best photos, climb the wall (accessible with annual park pass after 17:00). Hidden lanterns in the alleys create a charming atmosphere while you explore the market. When tired, visit Avant-garde Bookstore in its beautiful Hui-style building. Day 2: Cherry Blossom Date at Botanical Garden 📍 Location: Cherry Blossom Avenue, North Garden of Nanjing Botanical Garden 🚇 Transportation: Take subway Line 2 to Muxueyuan Station, then bus 20 or 315 to Botanical Garden Station; or take a taxi for convenience. ⏰ Time: Best viewing from late early March to late March. Early cherry blossoms bloom from late early March to early mid-March, currently featuring peach-pink and rose-pink varieties like Prunus subhirtella and bell-flowered cherry, lasting until late March. 💰 Admission: South Garden RMB 45, North Garden RMB 15, combined ticket RMB 50 🌟 Route Guide: Enter through the North Garden gate and head straight to the Ball Perennial Garden entrance to find nearly 200 cherry trees by the water. Stroll along Cherry Blossom Avenue under a canopy of pink clouds with petals carpeting the ground. Don't miss the Ball Perennial Garden and Rose Garden to see elegant magnolias. Look for pink bridges, chairs, and phone booths - perfect for photos. 📸 Photography Tips: 1. Wear light-colored clothes, like white or light pink dresses, to complement the cherry blossoms. 2. Try low-angle shots against the sky to highlight the pink blossoms. 3. Morning or evening light creates the best atmosphere for photos. 💡 Helpful Tips: 1. Keep your belongings safe during the crowded lantern festival. 2. Visit the Botanical Garden on working days to avoid weekend crowds. 3. Please protect the environment and don't pick flowers. Enjoy them responsibly. Don't wait any longer! Gather your friends and come to Nanjing for a spectacular spring feast of lanterns and cherry blossoms💕