Travel tips: Sites of spring in China (13)

Azalea blooms

Azaleas are traditional ornamental shrubs in China and popular around the world. They are widely distributed in eastern and southern China, with colors ranging from white, through yellow and pink to orange, red and purple. China has the most varieties and specimens of azalea in the world. When in bloom, azaleas can transform a whole mountainside. Smaller varieties make pretty pot plants, and the shrub has become a flower show favorite.

Jinggang Mountain (Jiangxi Province)

When azaleas bloom in the spring, it looks as though an artist has taken a paintbrush to Jinggang Mountain area. Bijia Mountain is the flower viewing epicenter, with almost 30 breeds of azalea, and a long blooming season from late March to the end of May. Visitors can also sample fresh bamboo shoots and take in local tea performances.

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