An abundance of azalea, the city flower of Wuxi, Jiangsu province, can be found in full bloom around the city.

To celebrate the city’s official flower, an azalea festival is being held in the Xihui scenic spot in April and will last until late May.

Wuxi enjoys national fame for its fine display of azalea. The China Azalea Garden located in the Xihui scenic spot is a gene pool for the plant. The garden was built in 1981 and now accommodates over 450 species of azalea.

Azalea exhibition

Date: April 2 to June 7

Venue: China Azalea Garden in Xihui Park, Huishan ancient town, the historical building district of the Xihui scenic spot, leisure district of the Xihui scenic spot

Butterfly exhibition

Date: April 2 to June 7

Venue: Butterfly garden in Xihui scenic spot, lotus pavilion in the historical building district of the Xihui scenic spot

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