Cherry Blossoms in the Spring Breeze

With temperatures reaching nearly 30 degrees this week in Shanghai, the Somei Yoshino cherry trees at Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden have suddenly burst into full bloom. The garden opens at 8:00, so come early if you want photos without crowds. The garden has recently started offering night viewing sessions, allowing visitors to enjoy the cherry blossoms at night. However, the cherry blossom season is short, so hurry if you want to experience the romantic atmosphere. You can follow the "Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden" WeChat official account for real-time updates on the cherry blossoms and purchase tickets in advance. Besides driving, you can take Metro Line 9 to Dongjing Station, then take bus line Songjiang 19, ride a shared bike (about 30 minutes), or take a taxi (20-30 yuan).