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Renowned as the city of peony,Luoyang is famous for its big flowers and many varieties. Each year, in late spring when the peonies are in full blossom, thousands of visitors swarm to the city to enjoy the stunningly beautiful flowers. The international Peony Festival held here annually adds even more fame to Luoyang's peony.

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China is famous for its peonies, a flower known for its "celestial beauty and fragrance." The peony symbolizes peace, fortune prosperity. As early as the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) the blossoms from Luoyang were already renowned. The scholar Quyang Xiu wrote a poem declaring that Luoyang soil is the most suitable for cultivating peonies, and local flowers are so beautiful they win the admiration of the world.

Luoyang has a long history of planting peony. Peony growing began to prevail in the region in the ancient Sui Dyansty, over one thousand years ago. In the Tang Dynasry, many famous gardens for peony were built and peony was planted on a massive scale. Luoyang became the country's peony cultivation and trade center in the Song Dynasty. Luoyang Peony is international famous for the Peony. Luoyang's unique climate is well suited to its peony growing culture. Luoyang is located in the temperate zone with favorable and humid climate all year around.

Among the many varieties of Luoyang peonies, the most precious are the graceful Yao Yellow and the beautiful Wei Purple, crowned the "king" and "queen" of peonies. The pure, frosty White Which Shines at night and the Two Qiao Beauties, in pink and crimson or violet, show in their beauty the superiority of their species.

Luoyang Peony Festival

The city has long been famous for its beautiful peony flowers. Peony, has been called the King of Flowers for its gorgeous charm and unbelievably beauty. The Flower has been a symbol of grace in China. Ancient Chinese poets once compared peony with the beautiful and elegant ladies and thought the two were equally pleasant to the eye. The National Peony Garden is one of the main venues for Luoyang Peony Festival, which is held from April 1 to May 7, 2011.

Peonies are a favorite flower often seen in Chinese gardens. Luoyang is one of the 7 ancient imperial capitals, and it was known as the "Home of Peonies." The Peony Festival begins about the middle of April and ends in early May.

Travel Tips
Address: National Peony Garden, Zhonggou West, Laoshan Town, Luoyang City
Phone: 0379-62261024
Official website: http://www.gjmdy.com/
Opening hours: Monday-Friday 8:30-18:00, Saturday and Sunday 8:30-18:30.