Bauhinia variegata blooms across Guangdong every March and April. The flowers dazzle in shades of magenta, pink, and pale white, with five butterfly‑shaped petals—the uppermost often strikingly marked in red and yellow‑green. The trees flush with color while their leaves are still sparse, creating a memorable sight. Follow GO Guangdong, let's explore the best places to experience them.
Photo by 广州花都发布, photographer Li Bayi
Chini Town, Guangzhou
Situated in the western Huadu District of Guangzhou, Chini Town is an ideal spring destination for flower enthusiasts. At Lantian Purple Forest Tourist Resort, over 67 hectares of Bauhinia variegata are now in full bloom.
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Walking along the Bauhinia Avenue or stepping onto the Dayan Lake Glass Bridge, you'll be enveloped by pink and purple blossoms. Visitors can also immerse themselves in the flower fields aboard sightseeing trains, karts, or mountain slides.
Photo by 广州花都发布, photographer Tang Lianbin
In recent years, Chini Town has merged ecological development with rural revitalization and cultural tourism, placing flowers as a vital billion-level industry. Lantian Village hosts Guangdong's largest Bauhinia variegata plantation, spanning around 43 hectares. Here, Bauhinia variegata flourishes beside golden trumpets, rapeseed flowers, and kapok flowers in succession.
The resort also features family-friendly adventures, study tours, team-building events, wellness retreats, and creative cultural experiences, fulfilling varied visitor interests.
Address: Lantian Purple Forest Tourist Resort, Chini Town, Huadu District, Guangzhou City (广州花都区赤坭镇蓝田紫林旅游度假区)
Opening hours: 09:00–18:00
Recommended viewing period: Early to late March
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West Lake Scenic Area, Huizhou
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Huizhou West Lake Scenic Area is a national 5A-level attraction. During Bauhinia variegata blooming season from March to April, scenic spots including Lipu Fengqing (荔浦风清) and Liuyun Pavilion (留云亭) abound with blossoms. To make your photos stand out, visit in the mornings or evenings when the light is soft, and capture images featuring the lake and ancient architecture.
Nearby, there are additional cultural attractions, including Fenghu Academy and the North Gate Street historic and cultural block, both ideal for immersive exploration.
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Address: West Lake Scenic Area, No. 2 Huancheng West Road, Huicheng District, Huizhou City (惠州市惠城区环城西路2号惠州西湖景区)
Opening hours: 08:00–22:00
Recommended viewing period: March to mid-to-late April
Recommended viewing spots: Lipu Fengqing (荔浦风清), Liuyun Pavilion (留云亭)
Photo by 肇庆头条, photographer Liang Liang
Seven Star Crags Scenic Area, Zhaoqing
Seven Star Crags Scenic Area, located in Duanzhou District of Zhaoqing, is a national 5A-level attraction named after its seven karst limestone peaks, which resemble the Big Dipper.
Photo by 肇庆文旅, photographer Huang Shuangye
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From March 7 to 31, the scenic area celebrates its "March Flower Festival". Visitors are encouraged to dress in hanfu, which is traditional clothing of the Han Chinese, or cheongsam, participate in parades, and interact with themed performers such as 'flower fairies'. Sightseeing boat tours are also available, offering visitors an immersive experience of the blooming flowers and charming Chinese culture.
Photo by 肇庆市融媒体中心, photographer Yang Leqi
On weekdays in March, visitors wearing hanfu or cheongsam can enter for free through the Hexian Bridge (禾仙桥) temporary entrance.
Address: Seven Star Crags Scenic Area, Xinghu Avenue, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City (肇庆市端州区星湖大道七星岩风景区)
Opening hours: 08:00-18:00
Recommended viewing period: Early to late March
Recommended viewing spots: Foot of Yuping Rock, Chunxiao Plaza, Shuiyue East Causeway
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