1 / 4   The peak season of cherry blossoms in Nanjing, east China’s Jiangsu Province, has added a splash of color to the ancient city. /VCG Photo

2 / 4   People gathering there enjoyed and took photos of the beautiful pink blossoms on Wednesday, which marks the Chunfen, or Vernal Equinox on the Chinese lunar calendar. /VCG Photo

3 / 4   The scenery of the vibrant sea of the flowers has transformed into a tranquil and graceful painting against the background of ancient Jiming Temple when the curtain of darkness covered the land. /VCG Photo

4 / 4   Springtime is one of the best seasons to travel around Nanjing. Another place to view the  popular flowers in the city is the Xuanwu Lake, where a cherry blossom festival opened on Tuesday that will last up to April 15. /VCG Photo