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March in Wuhan is truly romantic, with the city filled with cherry blossoms. To see the cherry blossoms in Wuhan, you must visit the East Lake Cherry Blossom Park, which is known as the 'Cherry Blossom Ceiling' of Wuhan. It is one of the top three cherry blossom capitals of the world, where Japanese-style architecture and cherry blossoms combine to create stunning beauty. There are many varieties of cherry blossoms, and from early March to late March, you can see early blooming cherry blossoms, Somei Yoshino, and late blooming cherry blossoms competing in splendor. Bloom Period: Early March - Late March Early Blooming: Early March Somei Yoshino: Mid-March Late Blooming: End of March If you only visit the cherry garden once, it is recommended to see the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms in late March, when tens of thousands of cherry trees are in full bloom, which is truly breathtaking In addition to the daytime scenery, it is also highly recommended to view the cherry blossoms at night, which offers a different kind of beauty. East Lake Cherry Blossom Park (No. 665 Luomo Road, East Lake Scenic Area) Accessible by self-driving or by bus 401, 413, 402 (be sure to avoid peak hours, as it will be more congested in the afternoon) 💰60 (Cherry Blossom Joint Ticket 100, valid with Plum Garden and Peony Garden, unlimited entry) The early cherry blossoms are concentrated near the ancient buildings at the entrance and near the Happy Jungle, with the first wave consisting of only four or five trees, followed by a large area. About Transportation Every year during the cherry blossom season, it is particularly congested. It is recommended to set off early in the morning, or to get off a few kilometers away from the traffic jam and ride a bike there. Taking a boat is also a good choice. You can take a boat from Liyuan to Chufeng Garden Pier, which takes 20 minutes to reach the cherry garden directly, avoiding congestion and allowing you to enjoy the lake and mountain scenery on both sides of East Lake. Accommodation It is recommended to stay near Liyuan, where the subway is very convenient and you can also visit the Provincial Museum; or near Guanggu Square, which is close to the cherry garden, in a bustling location with food, drink, and entertainment, and you can also visit the nearby Cherry Blossom Station. Photo Spots Five-story Pagoda Cherry Blossoms Red Bridge Cherry Blossoms Chinese Architecture and Cherry Blossoms Jingxin Academy Cherry Blossoms Tulips and Cherry Blossoms in the Flying Over the Jungle Here are some tips to avoid the crowds and get good photos. If possible, bring a stool for a cleaner shot. Try to go as early as possible, before 8:00. Crouch down to shoot the model from below to avoid the crowd. Use a telephoto lens for close-up half-body shots. Use horizontal composition to avoid people in the background