A mother and her daughter are attracted to colorful Moth orchids at a flower market in Xiamen city, southeast China\’s Fujian province. (People\’s Daily Online/Chen Bo)
As the Chinese Lunar New Year, or the Spring Festival, approaches, flower markets across Xiamen, southeast China\’s Fujian province, are overflowing with festive atmosphere.
Fresh flowers have become a must-have Spring Festival decoration for some families. Many citizens are carefully selecting flowers at flower markets, ready to add a pleasant scent and festive vibe to their homes.
\”These flowers carry my wish for a good start to the Year of the Dragon,\” a citizen surnamed Yang told People\’s Daily Online while selecting flowers at a bird and flower market on Xi\’an road in Xiamen.
The blooms help create a joyful Spring Festival atmosphere and symbolize auspicious meanings, she explained.