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Lotus blooms paint a vibrant summer scene in Yunnan

Updated: 2026-06-03 By Li Yingqing and Yan Yujie in Kunming | chinadaily.com.cn
Lotus flowers are in full bloom in Bailianshan village of Qiubei county, Yunnan province. [Photo by Ma Weizhong/For chinadaily.com.cn]

In early summer, lotus flowers have entered their blooming season in Bailianshan village of Qiubei county, Yunnan province.

The 33 hectares of ponds in the village present a breathtaking panorama of green lotus leaves spreading as far as a boundless sky and pink lotus blossoms taking on new colors from the sunshine, drawing a large number of visitors, according to local authorities.