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As D.C.’s cherry blossom trees near peak bloom, here’s a guide to their history
The renowned trees along Washington, D.C’s Tidal Basin were sent as a gift from Japan in 1912. Some of the original trees are still there.
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3 places to see cherry blossoms that aren’t Washington D.C.
You don’t need to visit Japan or Washington, D.C. to see cherry blossom trees. Here are three places around the U.S. where you can see the blooms — weather permitting.
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In need of some peace? Take a stroll — or scroll — through D.C.’s cherry blossoms
Springtime means cherry blossoms in the nation’s capital. On a recent breezy morning, with peak bloom still two days away, the Tidal Basin was packed with both blossoms and visitors.


