Ravishing symphony of blooms, melodies stages in Yantai

Graceful women dress up in traditional Chinese cloth to help entertain the crowds at Yantai Botanical Garden. [Photo by Liu Fei for chinadaily.com.cn]

Yantai Botanical Garden – located in the Laishan district of Yantai city in East China's Shandong province – has quite literally come alive with a vibrant symphony of colors and melodies, in the wake of the recent start of the flower viewing and music season there.

Visitors flocked to the garden's sprawling expanse of flowers, keen to savor the captivating ambience of spring.

This year's event featured four distinct themed zones, each offering a special blend of experiences. A newly released promotional song set the tone for the fun and frolics, while a comprehensive guide to Laishan district's flower viewing and rural tourism attractions provided visitors with a raft of options to explore.

The event highlighted the region's rich cultural heritage through a vibrant showcasing of traditional art performances, handicrafts and local produce.

Visitors were offered lively dance and music performances, including great renditions by top local bands. Overall, the blend of natural beauty and musical artistry created a truly memorable experience.

As such, the event served as a showcase for Laishan's undeniable countryside charms – turning the region into a lively hub for rural leisure and recreation. (Edited by Yang Yingxue)