Jacaranda blossoms paint Fuzhou in romantic purple

Jacaranda blooms in full splendor in Fuzhou, Fujian province, in May. [Photo by Bao Hua/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Clusters of jacaranda flowers are in full bloom like soft clouds of blue and violet swaying in the wind, adding a touch of "romantic purple" to Fuzhou, the capital of Fujian province.

In the bustling city center lies a quiet lane famous for its jacaranda trees. Their beautiful flowers grace the streets and decorate residential areas, parks, and campuses across the city.

Jacaranda blooms in full splendor in Fuzhou, Fujian province, in May. [Photo by Bao Hua/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Jacaranda blooms in full splendor in Fuzhou, Fujian province, in May. [Photo by Bao Hua/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Jacaranda blooms in full splendor in Fuzhou, Fujian province, in May. [Photo by Bao Hua/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Jacaranda blooms in full splendor in Fuzhou, Fujian province, in May. [Photo by Bao Hua/for chinadaily.com.cn]

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