Prince Gong's Mansion - The Blooming Season of Crabapple Flowers

The crabapple flowers in Prince Gong's Mansion are primarily Western Crabapple 🌸, one of China's traditional famous flowers. Known for their elegant appearance, they are often referred to as the 'Immortal of Flowers,' 'Noble Concubine of Flowers,' and 'Esteemed Flower.' Every year in early April, the crabapple flowers begin to bloom quietly 🌼, reaching their peak in mid-April, with trees full of blossoms, creating a breathtaking scene. In traditional Chinese culture, crabapple symbolizes beauty and good fortune 🧧. Within Prince Gong's Mansion, crabapple, peony, and magnolia together symbolize the beautiful vision of 'Wealth and Honor' 🎉. Additionally, the elegant gathering of crabapple flowers in Prince Gong's Mansion began in the late Qing Dynasty, flourished in the Republic of China, and after a period of decline, was revived in the early spring of the Xinhai year. It has now become a nationally influential event for classical poetry 🎊. Many literati and scholars gather here to compose and recite poetry, inheriting and promoting traditional Chinese poetry culture. Distribution Locations Wenyuan: There are four white crabapple trees in Wenyuan, located on the right-hand side as you enter. They are densely branched and symmetrically distributed 🌳. From every angle, they present a beautiful effect of a forest of flowers and trees, as if one is in a dreamy floral realm 🌸. Xijinzhai: Two tall crabapple trees are planted on either side of the courtyard gate of Xijinzhai 🌳. Compared to other popular spots, this area has relatively fewer visitors, offering a tranquil atmosphere suitable for a quiet rest and to appreciate the graceful charm of the crabapple flowers 🌸. Houzhaolou: Several crabapple trees are planted in front of Houzhaolou, which is lined up in a row. The crabapple flowers complement the ancient and majestic buildings, creating a picturesque scene 🎨, showcasing the beauty of the integration of ancient architecture and flowers. In front of the Buddha Hall: There are four tall crabapple trees in the inner courtyard in front of the Buddha Hall 🌳. The crabapple branches harmonize with the traditional colored ancient buildings, with red walls and green tiles intertwined with pink crabapple flowers, highlighting the rich aesthetic flavor of Chinese art 🎊. Back Garden: Passing through the Western-style gate into the garden, several crabapple trees are distributed around the Bat Pool 🌳. The flowers are reflected in the water of the Bat Pool, with the breeze gently blowing, creating a shimmering and swaying floral shadow, forming a lively and wonderful scene ✨.