Spring in Pyongyang usually begins in March, marking the arrival of a new season. The temperature rises, the ice and snow begin to melt, and the earth gradually awakens. At this time, people can feel a new breath and vigorous vitality, as if everything is starting again.
Pyongyang's triumphal arch
Spring is also a time for Pyongyang citizens to celebrate traditional holidays. Qingming Day and Labor Day are two important festivals where people go to cemeteries to worship their ancestors and participate in various celebrations. These festivals not only make people feel the charm of traditional culture, but also enhance the emotional communication between people, making the whole city full of joyful atmosphere.
Songhwa Avenue, Pyongyang
In addition to festivals, spring in Pyongyang is also the season for food. People can enjoy a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits, such as young cucumbers, bright red tomatoes, sweet strawberries, etc., which are most delicious in spring. Pyongyang also has many traditional snacks such as cold noodles, fried chicken, grilled meat, etc., which will also make people feel satisfied and happy in spring. In this season, people can feel the beauty and happiness of life through food.
Citizens of Pyongyang
Every spring, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, they attract a large number of tourists. Pyongyang's cherry blossom season usually occurs in April, when the whole city is covered in cherry blossoms, giving it a fantastic feeling.
Pyongyang Peony Peak
Pyongyang has a wide variety of cherry blossoms, with mountain cherry blossoms and yae cherry blossoms being the most common. Mountain cherry blossoms bloom earlier and have pink petals, while Yae cherry blossoms have plump petals and larger and more eye-catching. In spring, there are cherry blossom trees in all corners of Pyongyang's parks, streets, squares, campuses, etc., forming a beautiful sea of flowers. Among them, Kim Il Sung Square in Jung Ward and Jang Shi Island Park on the outskirts of Pyongyang are famous cherry blossom viewing spots, attracting many tourists to see and take photos.
Pyongyang citizens enjoying the blossoms
Pyongyang's cherry blossom season is also the peak of the city's cultural activities. Every year, during the Cherry Blossom Festival, various cultural performances, games, and food tastings are held. In addition, there is a special cherry blossom parade in Pyongyang City, where people can enjoy the cherry blossom along the cherry blossom route in a special viewing vehicle and feel the beauty of spring.
Street view of downtown Pyongyang