Beijing has four distinct seasons. Spring is time for the capital city to dress in blossoms. It might be common to enjoy the fragrance of flowers elsewhere, but in Beijing, they can be appreciated alongside the ancient buildings nestled among them. Here is a quick guide of the best routes of themed spring tours for visitors.

Winter jasmine

These golden-yellow flowers can be widely seen in Beijing in March. Their beauty is amplified by the red walls and green tiles of historical buildings.

At the northern gate of Beihai Park, winter jasmine provides a picturesque scene against the backdrop of water, hills and pedestrian activity and has been a lasting favorite of photographers. The blossoms are brought out by the nearby lake stones of various shapes and sizes.

In Zhongshan Park, winter jasmine breathes life into the solemn atmosphere of the royal site, where sacrificial ceremonies were once held during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Yulan magnolias

Its flowering phase is very short, as if showing a never-say-die courage and pride. Many love the plant for the flowers that blossom before leafing. The best time to see it is usually from the last week of March to mid-April.

Yulan magnolias usually appear first along Chang’ an Avenue, and locals consider it a sign of the real approaching of spring. The blossoms look best on the western side of the avenue. Visitors should also look out for the spread of purple magnolias in the northwestern corner of the street, near the National Center for the Performing Arts.

The Summer Palace has a long history of planting Yulan magnolias. Every time they blossom, the longevity Hall is filled with fragrance.

【小题1】Where can visitors appreciate winter jasmine in Beijing in spring?

A．In National Center	B．In Zhongshan Park.
C．In the Summer Palace	D．On Chang’ an Avenue.

【小题2】What do Winter jasmine and Yulan magnolias enjoyed in Beijing in common?

A．They blossom before leafing.

B．They can be appreciated alongside the ancient buildings in Beijing.

C．Their flowering phases are the same.

D．They have been a lasting favorite of photographers.

【小题3】What’s the purpose of writing this passage?

A．To attract more visitors.	B．To show the beauty of two kinds of flowers.
C．To introduce distinct seasons of Beijing.	D．To compare the difference between two flowers.