Spring blooms and tourism surge in Ningbo

An aerial view of Jiufeng Mountain Scenic Area. [Photo/cnnb.com.cn]

As temperatures rise, Ningbo's tourism market is flourishing with vibrant blossoms.

In Fenghua district's Xinjian village, the Plum Blossom Valley offers stunning views, whether shrouded in morning mist or bathed in a sunset's glow. Jiufeng Mountain Scenic Area, with over 6,000 plum trees, creates a picturesque harmony with the surrounding mountains and waters, and the newly introduced night tours attract many flower lovers. Xikou town's Dongshan village, an emerging hot spot, is beloved by photographers capturing the stunning views of Maitreya Temple from the plum grove.

The spring spectacle will continue with magnolias, rapeseed flowers, peach blossoms, and cherry blossoms.

Magnolias in Fenghua's Changling village are expected to bloom in early March. Rapeseed flowers in Xifan village and Xinjian village form golden seas of flowers, perfect for photography and family outings. Peach blossoms in Linjia village, Xiaowangmiao subdistrict, will have pink clouds of blossoms in March and April. Cherry blossoms in Dongcun village and Zhangxi village will also offer stunning views.

From mid-April to mid-May, wild rhododendron clusters on Jin'e Mountain and Xuedou Mountain will reach full bloom, attracting hikers and campers.

Blooming rhododendron at Jin'e Mountain. [Photo/cnnb.com.cn]