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Brace yourself for the enchanting beauty of spring at the National Cherry Blossom Festival on March 20th! This beautiful day emerged from a gift of approximately 3,000 cherry blossom trees from the city of Tokyo to Washington D.C. nearly a century ago, as a symbol of friendship and peace. Each year since then, the blossoming of these strikingly beautiful trees has marked the arrival of spring and been celebrated with joyous festivities. These celebrations include singing, dancing, and a myriad of events that reflect the culture and spirit of both nations. This day is a time for us all to revel in the breathtaking beauty of nature in its full bloom and immerse ourselves in a magnificent spectacle of pink and white petals. Hurry up, let the season of renewal begin!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1912</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cherry Trees Gifted</div><div class='timeline-text'>Japan gifts approximately 3,000 cherry blossom trees to Washington D.C., symbolizing friendship and peace.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1935</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Cherry Blossom Festival</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Cherry Blossom Festival is organized and celebrated for the first time. This event marked the commencement of the annual spring celebration.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Festival Expansion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The festival is expanded to two weeks to accommodate the numerous activities planned and increased visitor interest.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cherry Tree Replacement Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>With help from Japan, a cherry tree replacement program begins to preserve the aging trees and maintain the vitality of the Tidal Basin area.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Centennial Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the centennial of the gift of trees with a five-week celebration including over 200 performances and exhibits.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival offered virtual tours and events, allowing global audiences to enjoy the beauty of the cherry blossoms from home.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend the parade and street festival</h3><p class='facts-text'>Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the festival by attending the annual parade and street festival. Enjoy the sight of floats adorned with cherry blossoms, traditional Japanese performances, and local culinary treats.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participate in a photography contest</h3><p class='facts-text'>Capture the beautiful cherry blossoms in bloom and submit your pictures to a photography contest. This can be a fun and creative way to engage with the festival and the beauty of spring.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a cherry blossom viewing party</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you can't make it to the festival itself, bring the festival home to you. Host a cherry-blossom viewing party in your own backyard. Decorate with pink and white flowers, serve traditional Japanese treats, and celebrate the arrival of spring with friends and family.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Take a guided walking tour</h3><p class='facts-text'>Join a guided tour around your town or city, particularly ones that have cherry blossoms. You’ll not only enjoy the beauty of these trees but also learn about their history, significance, and care.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Craft your own blossom arrangements</h3><p class='facts-text'>Collect fallen cherry blossom branches and arrange them into beautiful floral decorations for your home. It could be a fun activity that allows you to bring a part of the festival inside your house.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Celebration of Spring</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Cherry Blossom Festival marks the start of spring, a time for renewals, vibrant colors, and warm weather. It's a wonderful opportunity to say goodbye to winter and cheerfully welcome the new season with blossoms all around.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cultural Exchange</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The festival is a commemoration of the friendship between Japan and the United States. It offers an engaging platform for attendees to appreciate traditional Japanese performances, arts, and food, enhancing cross-cultural understanding and exchange.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Provides Fun Activities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From attending parades and street festivals to participating in photography contests, guided walking tours, and crafting blossom arrangements, the National Cherry Blossom Festival offers fun-filled activities for everyone to enjoy and immerse themselves in the spirit of the season.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Cherry Trees are a Popular Attraction Year-Round</h3><p class='facts-content'>Though the festival only lasts a few weeks, the cherry trees in Tidal Basin, Washington D.C., attract more than 1.5 million visitors each year, who come to appreciate their beauty in all seasons.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Cherry Blossom Princess Program Highlights Leadership</h3><p class='facts-content'>Part of the festival since 1948, the Cherry Blossom Princess Program allows each state, as well as international embassies, to select a young woman to represent them, based on their history of leadership and community service.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Paddle Boating is a Popular Activity During the Festival</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many festival-goers opt to rent paddle boats to enjoy up-close views of the blossoms while floating on the Tidal Basin reservoir.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Festival Diminutes the Impact on the Environment</h3><p class='facts-content'>The festival organizers are committed to sustainability and reducing their impact on the environment, using renewable energy sources, recycling efforts, and encouraging "trash free" events.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>"Peak Bloom" Dates Change Every Year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Peak bloom, when 70% of the trees' flowers are open, varies each year depending on weather conditions. It's been said that a tiny indicator tree, fondly called "Mother Tree," helps predict when the peak bloom will occur.</p></div></div>
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