Spring arrives in Beijing with light and cheerful steps. The messenger of early spring, the wintersweet, brings the first hint of fragrance. At the Ming City Walls Ruins Park, the plum blossoms can’t wait to bloom in the wind. Meanwhile, the forsythias at Qingfeng Park light up the branches with a touch of radiance. Many netizens have shared their photos of Beijing’s spring scenery on social media platforms.

In the days to come, Beijing will embrace "a thousand springs" of clear skies and bright scenery.

Plum Blossoms

Blooming Period: Late February to Mid-March

Recently, the plum blossoms at the Ming City Walls Ruins Park in Beijing have quietly begun to bud. From the delicate pink to the greenish hue and then the cinnabar red, different varieties of plum blossoms are competing to bloom. The red blossoms, set against the ancient city walls, create a charming scene and add a vibrant touch to the early spring in Beijing. It has become a rare and popular spot for photography.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Ming City Walls Ruins Park

Address: No. 9 Chongwenmen Dongdajie (St), Dongcheng, Beijing

Xiangshan Park

Address: Plum Blossom Valley, Xiangshan Park, No. 40 Maimai Jie (St), Haidian, Beijing

Forsythia

Blooming Period: Late March to Early April

As the spring sunlight grows stronger, clusters of small yellow flowers bloom along the park paths. The vibrant yellow petals shine even brighter under the sunlight, creating a stunning springtime scenery. These blossoms carry the message of spring to passersby, adding to the beauty of the season.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Summer Palace 

Address: No. 19 Xinjiangongmen Lu (Rd), Haidian, Beijing

Ming City Walls Ruins Park

Address: No. 9 Chongwenmen Dongdajie (St), Dongcheng, Beijing

Taoranting Park

Address: No. 19 Taiping Jie (St), Xicheng, Beijing

Shichahai Park

Address: Shichahai Park, Xicheng, Beijing

Peach Blossoms

Blooming Period: Mid March to Early April

When the mountain peach blossoms bloom, their brilliance dazzles.

At the Olympic Forest Park, the mountain peach blossoms form a sea of petals. At Beihai Park, the pale pink flowers beautifully contrast with the White Pagoda. At the Summer Palace's West Causeway, the "mountain peach reaching for the water" creates a picturesque scene. At Yuanmingyuan, the Peach Blossom Hollow evokes the beauty of the Wuling spring. These scenes are proof that spring has turned into the gentlest of poems, praising the current beauty of Beijing.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Beihai Park

Address: No. 1 Wenjin Jie (St), Xicheng, Beijing

Summer Palace 

Address: No. 19 Xinjiangongmen Lu (Rd), Haidian, Beijing

China National Botanical Garden (North Garden)

Address: Xiangshan Lu (Rd), Haidian, Beijing

Olympic Forest Park

Address: No. 33 Kehui Lu (Rd), Chaoyang, Beijing

Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park

Address: No. 28 Tsinghua Beilu (Rd West), Haidian, Beijing

Taoranting Park

Address: No. 19 Taiping Jie (St), Xicheng, Beijing

Xiangshan Park 

Address: No. 40 Maimai Jie (St), Xiangshan, Haidian, Beijing

Juyongguan

Address: No. 216 Provincial Lu (Rd), Juyongguan Village, Nankou Town, Changping, Beijing

Apricot Blossoms

Blooming Period: Late March to Late April

In spring, the apricot blossoms in Beijing bloom with a gentle and romantic charm. From afar, the pink and white petals resemble clouds drifting down from the sky, like mist and smoke, covering the land in a dreamy veil. As the breeze stirs, the branches quiver, whispering sweet words of spring. A light floral fragrance lingers in the air—not overpowering, yet refreshing and soothing, bringing a sense of tranquility and delight.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Great Wall - Badaling 

Address: Exit 58, G6 Jingzang Expressway, Yanqing, Beijing

Temple of Heaven Park

Address: No. A1 Tiantandongli, Dongcheng, Beijing

Fenghuangling Nature Park

Address: No. 19 Fenghuangling Lu (Rd), Haidian, Beijing

Cherry Blossoms

Blooming Period: Mid-March to Mid-April

During cherry blossom season, Yuyuantan Park transforms into a dreamy pink wonderland. Everywhere you look, clusters of cherry blossoms bloom in full glory, their soft pink petals contrasting beautifully against the clear blue sky, creating a scene straight out of an anime. As you stroll through the cherry blossom garden, a faint floral scent surrounds you—not overpowering, but fresh and delicate, enveloping you in the gentle embrace of spring.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Yuyuantan Park

Address: No. 10 Xi 3 Huan Zhonglu(W.3rd Ring Rd Middle), Haidian, Beijing

Lianhuachi Park

Address: No. 38 Xi 3 Huan Zhonglu(W.3rd Ring Rd Middle), Fengtai, Beijing

Side Park

Address: No. 9 Jianghai Xilu (Rd West), Chaoyang, Beijing

Magnolia Blossoms

Blooming Period: Mid-March to Early April

On the floral calendar of spring, magnolias undoubtedly hold a special place. Before the lingering chill of winter fades completely, they proudly bloom atop the branches. Whether wandering through city streets or stepping into parks, the sight of these large, elegant blossoms immediately captures attention. Like finely sculpted works of art, they stand gracefully on bare branches, without the need for leaves as accompaniment, exuding an air of both nobility and elegance.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Temple of Heaven Park

Address: No. A1 Tiantandongli, Dongcheng, Beijing

The Hall of Joyful Longevity, Summer Palace

Address: No. 19 Xinjiangongmen Lu (Rd), Haidian, Beijing

Beijing International Sculpture Park

Address: No. 2 Shijingshan Lu (Rd), Shijingshan, Beijing (West of Exit A, Yuquanlu Station)

Tanzhe Temple

Address: Tanzhe Mountain, Tanzhesi Town, Mentougou, Beijing

Dajue Temple

Address: No. 9 Dajuesi Lu (Rd), Sujiatuo Town, Haidian, Beijing

Crabapple Blossoms

Blooming Period: Late March to Late April

Admiring crabapple blossoms in Beijing is an experience rich with both ancient elegance and modern charm. At the Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling, the blooming Western Crabapples serve as a radiant symbol of time past. At the Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park, the Crabapple Blossom Stream continues its spring legend through the ages. Meanwhile, the Wangjing Crabapple Blossom Stream feels like a dreamy poem hidden within the city's hustle and bustle. As the wind stirs, delicate petals drift like snowflakes, gently falling onto the murmuring stream, flowing onward—as if carrying spring’s fleeting beauty into the distance.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Taoranting Park

Address: No. 19 Taiping Jie (St), Xicheng, Beijing

Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling

Address: No. 46 Houhaibeiyan, Xicheng, Beijing

Yuan Dadu City Wall Ruins Park

Address: No. 24 Xiaoguan Jie (St), Anwai, Chaoyang, Beijing

Wangjing Crabapple Blossom Stream

Address: No. 15 Courtyard 2-17, Fuyong Jie (St), Chaoyang, Beijing

Pear Blossoms

Blooming Period: Early April to Mid-April

Spring in Beijing holds countless surprises, and the pear blossoms at Zhihua Temple promise you a serene and poetic dream. As the soft chants of Buddhist prayers linger in the air, pure white pear blossoms bloom on the branches, resembling celestial maidens who have mistakenly wandered into the mortal world. The temple’s red walls and blue-tiled roofs stand in perfect harmony with the snowy-white blossoms, forming a breathtakingly classical scene. Here, the weight of history and the freshness of spring blend into a perfect symphony.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

The Palace Museum 

Address: No. 4 Jingshan Qianjie (St), Dongcheng, Beijing

Temple of Heaven Park

Address: No. A1 Tiantandongli, Dongcheng, Beijing

Zhihua Temple

Address: Inside Lumicang Hutong, Dongcheng, Beijing

Daxing Pear Blossom Village

Address: Lianghua Village, Panggezhuang Town, Daxing, Beijing

Orychophragmus Violaceus (February Orchid)

Blooming Period: Late March to Early May

When it comes to wild and dreamy spring flowers, the February orchid is an undeniable highlight. Like an overturned palette of purple hues, these delicate blossoms spread freely across the land, creating an ocean of ethereal violet. As you wander through the blooming fields, the gentle breeze stirs the flowers, sending waves of "purple tides" rippling through the landscape. A soft, sweet fragrance fills the air, transporting you into a fairytale realm.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Olympic Forest Park

Address: No. 33 Kehui Lu (Rd), Chaoyang, Beijing

Temple of Heaven Park

Address: No. A1 Tiantandongli, Dongcheng, Beijing

Jiangfu Park

Address: Linjia No. 10, Dongbajianfang Village, Chaoyang, Beijing

Chaoyang Park

Address: No. 1 Chaoyanggongyuan Nanlu (Rd South), Chaoyang, Beijing

Tulips

Blooming Period: Late April

Tulips are like the aristocrats of the spring garden—elegant and enchanting. In Zhongshan Park, the sea of tulips unfolds like a meticulously woven, colorful brocade. They stand tall with pride, their stems straight and slender, like a group of graceful dancers, swaying in the breeze, performing a splendid symphony of spring.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

China National Botanical Garden (North Garden)

Address: Xiangshan Lu (Rd), Haidian, Beijing

Zhongshan Park

Address: No. 4 Zhonghua Lu (Rd), Dongcheng, Beijing

Beijing International Flower Port

Address: No. 9, Xianhuagang Nanlu (Rd South), Yang Town, Shunyi, Beijing

Peony

Blooming Period: Late April

"Only the peony can claim true national color, its bloom stirs the capital city."

The peony is the most opulent flower of spring. The pink and white petals of the peony complement the pavilions and towers, radiating wealth, elegance, and grandeur. Its petals are delicately layered, soft and smooth like satin, and its rich fragrance lingers in the air, leaving you mesmerized and unwilling to leave.

Recommended Flower Viewing Locations

Jingshan Park

Address: No. 44 Jingshan Xijie (St), Xicheng, Beijing

Yuanmingyuan Ruins Park

Address: No. 28 Qinghua Xilu (Rd West), Haidian, Beijing

Western Hills National Forest Park

Address: 100 meters west of the intersection of Minzhuang Lu (Rd) and Xiangshan Nanlu (Rd South), Haidian, Beijing

Lianhuachi Park 

Address: No. 38 Xi 3 Huan Nanlu (W.3rd Ring Rd South), Fengtai, Beijing

Garden of World's Flowers

Address: No. 235 Nan 4 Huan Zhonglu (S.3rd Ring Rd Middle), Fengtai, Beijing

Huaxiang Park

Address: Guogongzhuang Nanjie (St), Huaxiang, Fengtai, Beijing

Nanhaizi Park

Address: No. 16 Huangyi Lu (Rd), Daxing, Beijing

Expo Park

Address: Huanhu Nanlu (Rd South), Yanqing, Beijing

Translator: BAI Jing