A Different Kind of "Guilin Landscape"

by oscar0773 on 2008-05-11 17:10:22

In the sunny month of April, traveling to Guilin is not just about admiring the famous Guilin landscapes; the cherry blossoms at Nanxi Mountain Park also offer a splendid view...

The breath of spring caresses Nanxi Mountain Park, where one after another cherry blossom trees burst into bloom, their beauty almost too much to take in. A gentle breeze passes by, and the cherry blossoms flutter like pink clouds. Combined with the lively on-site activities, the entire park bursts with vitality, filled everywhere with the laughter and joy of visitors. The cherry blossoms cluster densely on the branches, mostly in shades of pink, occasionally interspersed with a few white ones. Layer upon layer of petals, each flower pressed against the next, each tree close to the other, creates an overwhelming spectacle that might even feel a bit cloying.

But upon closer inspection, the delicate wrinkles and thin petals of the flowers reveal their fragility. A breeze blows, and fragments of translucent pink petals sway gently down, appearing even more delicate under the overcast sky. They truly resemble frail Japanese women dressed in pink kimonos.