Lotus flowers on West Lake, Hangzhou

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West Lake's lotuses are an iconic feature of the scenic area during the summer. The lake, and the ponds and gardens surrounding it, become like a bright green carpet in places, with many visitors coming especially to see the flowers in bloom.

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Size: 2771px × 4173px
Location: West Lake, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
Photo credit: © Paul Rushton / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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