How Do You Enjoy The National Cherry Blossom Festival In Washington DC?
The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., is held every spring to commemorate the gift of Japanese cherry trees to the city from the mayor of Tokyo. The original cherry trees were donated in 1912 to celebrate the friendship between the Japanese and American peoples. Stroll around the tidal basins to see the cherry blossoms in their full glory. This is perhaps the most beautiful sight Washington, D.C., has to offer. Fly a kite on the grounds of the Washington Monument at the Smithsonian’s Annual Kite Festival, held at the start of the Cherry Blossom Festival. There are competitions for design, performance and exhibitions of of many amazing kites. Take in one of the special exhibits at the Smithsonian Museum of Asian Art or the Japanese Embassy. Other venues such as Union Station, the National Geographic Museum, the National Building Museum and the Bureau of Engraving & Printing host events ranging from origami demonstrations to sake tasting. Participate in the Cherry Blo
