The first Liuyang Huazhao Festival will open at the Liuyang River No. 1 Bay Scenic Area in Yanxi Town, Liuyang on March 16. Cherry blossoms here are in bud, awaiting the arrival of visitors. 

Tourists camp beside cherry blossom trees at the Liuyang River No. 1 Bay Scenic Area. (Photo provided by the correspondent)

The festival will last until the end of March. Located by the beautiful Liuyang River, thousands of cherry blossom trees are expected to bloom. Various cherry blossoms varieties in red, pink, and white colors will constitute a gorgeous spring scene.

Tourists take a sightseeing water cruise.

During the event, a series of wonderful programs will be arranged, including twelve flower goddesses greeting guests, folk customs, stunt performances, and parent-child amusements. Residents and tourists are welcome to go spring outing and have fun.

Source: en.changsha.gov.cn