Beijing Park Transforms into a Vibrant Living Monet Painting, Captivating Visitors
Beijing's Haidian Park blooms into a "Monet Garden" this May, enchanting visitors with stunning floral displays under clear skies.
Amid the gentle warmth of mid-May, Haidian Park in Beijing has undergone a stunning transformation, captivating residents and tourists alike. The beloved urban oasis now radiates a palette of color reminiscent of Monet’s impressionist masterpieces, as a special garden-themed exhibition invites visitors to stroll through vibrant floral landscapes. With clear skies overhead, nature and artistry intertwine to create a breathtaking spectacle that has turned the park into a living painting.
This large-scale event, which runs until May 16, features an impressive array of 30 “citizen gardens” thoughtfully arranged across the park. Each garden presents its own unique design, with themes drawing inspiration from both local traditions and international horticultural styles. Throughout these immersive installations, visitors can discover 127 plant varieties spanning 29 distinct categories, celebrating both native Chinese flora and rare species from abroad. The diversity of blossoms and foliage ensures that every corner presents new surprises and photo opportunities.
The festival-like atmosphere has attracted crowds of families, photographers, and garden enthusiasts eager to capture the lush scenery. Pathways meander through beds of blooming flowers, cascading greenery, and delicately arched trellises, offering moments of tranquility within the bustling city. Many guests have described the park’s appearance as “otherworldly,” with the colors and textures evoking the dreamlike brushwork of Claude Monet himself.
Haidian Park’s transformation underscores Beijing’s commitment to urban green spaces, environmental appreciation, and community engagement. Organizers hope that this celebration of horticulture will inspire more residents to nurture their own gardens—both for aesthetic pleasure and ecological benefit. As the event draws to a close, park officials anticipate that the festival’s legacy will continue to flower in the hearts and neighborhoods of Beijing’s citizens long after the last petals fall.
