WASHINGTON DC, United States — Cherry blossoms in full bloom frame the iconic Washington Monument on the National Mall. The delicate pink and white flowers of the Yoshino cherry trees create a stunning foreground for the towering obelisk, capturing the essence of springtime in the nation's capital during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. This classic view showcases the harmonious blend of natural beauty and historic architecture that defines Washington DC's landscape.
Photograph by David Coleman. This image presents a quintessential springtime scene in Washington DC, capturing the juxtaposition of nature's ephemeral beauty with enduring national monuments. In the foreground, branches laden with the pale pink and white blossoms of Yoshino cherry trees (Prunus x yedoensis) frame the view of the Washington Monument. These cherry trees, descendants of the original gift from Tokyo in 1912, typically bloom for a brief period in late March to early April, coinciding with the National Cherry Blossom Festival. The Washington Monument, standing at 555 feet and 5 1/8 inches, dominates the background. Completed in 1884, this marble obelisk honors the first President, George Washington, and remains the world's tallest stone structure and obelisk. Designed by Robert Mills, its stark white form creates a striking contrast against the blue sky and the soft colors of the cherry blossoms. This juxtaposition symbolizes the blend of natural beauty and human achievement, as well as the connection between American history and international friendship. The cherry blossoms, representing the close ties between the United States and Japan, complement one of America's most recognized landmarks, creating a scene that encapsulates both international goodwill and national pride. This view is not only aesthetically pleasing but also rich in historical and cultural significance, making it a favorite subject for photographers and a must-see for visitors during the spring season in Washington DC.
Size: 8256px × 5504px
Location: Tidal Basin, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | CherryBlossomWatch / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
Keywords: -, .., america, american, architectural, attractions, basin, blossom, blossoms, capital, cerasus, cherry, city, columbia, composition, dc, district, fathers, festival, flowering, flowers, founding, framing, historic, iconic, icons, japanese, landmarks, landscape, mall, monument, nation, national, nature, park, photography, photos, pictures, pink, pool, potomac, prunus, public, region, season, service, site, sites, spring, springtime, states, stone, structure, tallest, tidal, top, tourist, tree, trees, united, viewing, views, washington, west, world, yedoensis, yoshino, ×
