Such is the beauty of flowers. They are the most
beautiful means to express one’s feelings. Their fragrance and color
adds ambience to any environment they go… Such is the beauty of flowers.
Flowers may not last for long time but their memories stay in our hearts
forever. They act like connectors to Heaven…. the moment you see them
you are filled with inexplicable positivity. In many parts of the world
flowers are used as a main ingredient during worship of Gods. In some
parts of the world they are seen as symbols of prosperity.
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Tulips in the Netherlands
When you think of iconic flower-filled destinations, Holland and its
tulips probably come to mind. It's possible to see these colorful blooms
in and around Amsterdam during March, April and May, but cycling the
Flower Route or visiting the Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse make for better
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Bluebonnets in Texas
Drive through Texas Hill Country in April, and you're bound to see
bluebonnets extending out along the roadside. Check out the areas around
Fredericksburg or the area between Austin, San Antonio, Lampasas and
Junction. The Texas Department of Transportation scatters more than
30,000 pounds of wildflower seed per year, making for a lovely and
romantic road trip. |
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Lavender in Provence, France
The fields of purple blooms along the Lavender Route in Provence, France
smell just as beautiful as they look. The area is hone to some of the
most picturesque villages in the country. Make the drive during the
summer when the plants are in full bloom, and be sure to pick up some
lavender honey to take home with you. |
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Poppies of the California Mojave Desert
Each spring, the grasslands of the Mojave Desert come to life with
fields of orange and red poppies as far as the eye can see. When you
visit the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, you'll have eight
miles of hiking trails across the gently rolling hills to enjoy. For
more poppy fun, come during the annual California Poppy Festival at the
end of April. |
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Daffodils in Cotswolds & Wales
Early spring brings daffodils to Cotswolds and Wales, and if you want to
see the Welsh national flower while in Wales, head to Castle Upon Alun.
In Cotswolds, join other spring flower viewers as they walk through
Gloucestershire's Leadon Valley, aptly nicknamed Daffodil Way.
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Baby Blue-Eyes at the Hitachi Seaside Park, Japan
Japan may be best known for cherry blossoms, but at Hitachi Seaside
Park, it's the rolling hills of baby blue-eyes that steal the show.
After the blue blossoms fade, you'll see burning bush, cosmos, zinnia
and roses throughout the rest of the year. In autumn, the leaves on the
trees are just as colorful as the flowers.
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Sunflowers in Tuscany, Italy
Nothing says "summer" like a field of sunflowers, and one of the most
romantic places to see them is in Tuscany. As you drive between medieval
villages perched on hilltops, you'll pass endless fields of these yellow
beauties when they peak in mid-July. If you get there early, you can
spot fields of red poppies.
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Ranunculus Fields in San Diego, California
A visit to the Carlsbad Flower Fields has become a spring tradition for
many a San Diego resident. Over 50 acres of hills along the Carlsbad
coast are covered in rainbow-hued ranunculus blooms. Walk the paths
through the fields, take a tractor-driven wagon ride, get lost in the
sweet pea maze or picnic in one of the themed gardens.
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Bluebells in England
In spring, the woodlands of England put on a colorful spectacle of their
own when the bluebells begin to bloom. These iconic British wildflowers
create a carpet of purple and blue in the 1,100 bluebell woods scattered
throughout the country. If you're passing through, check with the
nearest town for any scheduled bluebell walks.
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Wildflowers on Mt Rainier
There's a little bit of everything in the wildflower fields of Mt
Rainier National Park come springtime, and the colorful meadows enjoy a
backdrop of the snow-capped peak. While the window for wildflower
viewing is largely weather-dependent, the sub-alpine meadows are
typically at their most colorful in late July and early August.
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