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The pear blossoms in Xiamen during spring are so beautiful

The pear blossoms that have been flooding friends' circles are really gorgeous, and I finally waited for a sunny day to visit the Shishi Zen Monastery to see them. Before even entering the main gate, I was captivated by the snow-white pear blossoms beside the mountain gate. After entering, I headed straight for my destination, and boy, there were so many people. It was quite difficult to take a photo with the pear blossoms; there were heads everywhere. But the flowers were beautiful and a delight to the eyes! Due to the large number of people taking photos and the height of the pear blossoms, if you want to take a nice photo with the flowers, it's recommended to bring a stool, but be mindful of safety. Currently, there are three pear trees in full bloom in the monastery: one on the right side of the main gate and two behind the Mahavira Hall. The monastery is beautiful, and there are also many types of flowers blooming in spring. The yellow walls of the monastery are also very popular for taking portraits. Many places in the entire monastery are excellent for photography, which is an important element of its popularity. In the afternoon on a sunny day, it's usually as crowded as grains of rice. Although there is a parking lot in front of the monastery, sometimes it's not enough. At any time during the day, it feels very crowded. I've seen others share that they arrive before the mountain gate opens and as soon as it does, they immediately go to take photos, as there are fewer people during this time, making it better for portraits. I've seen people share which subway station to get off at, but it doesn't seem very close. From what I've researched at home, the public transport is to take the bus to the Shishi Zen Monastery stop. It's quite close. Whether there are parking spaces for those driving is usually a yes. But now, with the pear blossoms in full bloom and so many people going to enjoy the flowers, whether you can find a parking space is a matter of luck.
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Posted: Mar 19, 2024
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