WASHINGTON DC, USA - The sky starts to lighten in the east before dawn at the Tidal Basin in Washington DC. The famous cherry blossoms are silhouetted in the foreground.
The annual blooming of cherry blossoms in Washington DC is a much-anticipated event that marks the arrival of spring in the nation's capital. Surrounding the Tidal Basin, these elegant trees burst into a stunning display of pink and white blossoms from late March to early April. The cherry trees were a gift from Japan in 1912, symbolizing the growing friendship between the two nations. The collection includes several varieties of cherry trees, with the Yoshino cherry being the most abundant and renowned for its clouds of white blossoms. The National Cherry Blossom Festival, a highlight of Washington DC's cultural calendar, celebrates this natural spectacle. The festival features a variety of events, including parades, fireworks, and cultural performances, drawing thousands of visitors each year. The blossoms provide a picturesque backdrop to some of Washington DC's most iconic monuments, including the Washington Monument and the Jefferson Memorial.
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Location: Tidal Basin, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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