WASHINGTON DC
CHERRY BLOSSOMS
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The cherry blossoms in Washington, DC are usually on everyone's bucketlist.
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Each year, over 1.5 million people visit Washington, DC to admire the cherry blossoms.
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The entire blooming period can last up to 14 days.
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The blooms
signify a fresh start or new beginning
.
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In 1910, Japan gifted 2,000 cherry trees to the United States. Unfortunately, the trees were diseased and had to be destroyed.
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In 1912, Japan renewed their donation and presented us with over 3,000 cherry trees.
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The National Cherry Blossom Festival is America's biggest springtime celebration.
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Many events for the National Cherry Blossom Festival are free and open to the public. Washington, D.C. has many museums, monuments and memorials that are free.
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The
most popular area
to view the cherry blossoms is the
Tidal Basin
.
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For more information about the cherry blossoms and Washington, DC, click below.
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