In spring, Guangzhou's Jiangnan Avenue transforms into a stunning sea of red, where blooming kapok flowers line the streets in full splendor. From above, the fiery red canopy stretches endlessly, weaving through the urban landscape like a delicate carpet.
A street full of kapok flowers in Haizhu District.
A "Best Kapok Viewing Point" is set on the footbridge at Jiangnan Avenue Middle. Pedestrians can stop to admire an avenue full of kapok flowers in Guangzhou, snapping photos to remember the fleeting spring beauty.
View from the "Best Kapok Viewing Point".
Kapok was officially designated as the city flower of Guangzhou in 1982. It embodies Guangzhou's spirit of heroism, perseverance, and revolutionary legacy.
Kapok trees line the street.
Cars rushing under kapok trees.
An iconic kapok tree at Jiangnan Avenue
The footbridge on Jiangnan Avenue is decorated with kapok flower stickers.
Author | Chen Longyan
Footage Source | Guangzhou Haizhu Fabu
Video Editor | Qin Shaolong
Photo | Liang Zhiyuan
Editor | Liu Lingzhi, James, Shen He
