Thursday, March 27, 2014

20 Lovely Cherry Blossom Photos to Bloom Into Spring

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Signs of spring are out in full force — none more obvious than the fully-bloomed pink and white cherry blossoms.


From late March to mid-April, and sometimes even early May, Japan is covered in lush pink flower petals from sakura, or cherry blossom trees



Each year, the Japanese gather in large numbers wherever these blooming trees are found. There, they practice Hanami, the centuries-old tradition that involves picnicking beneath sakura.


If you can't book a ticket to see them for yourself, stroll through these 20 beautiful photos from Instagram users who are taking advantage of this stunning springtime show. Read more...


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