銆€銆€Students attend a drawing lesson in the peach blossom fields of Pinggu. [Photo: YNET.com]

銆€銆€The annual International Peach Blossom Festival which is currently underway in Beijing's Pinggu district has become a magnet for tourists from nearby cities, according to the metro newspaper Beijing Youth Daily.

銆€銆€About 14667 hectares of peach trees are in bloom across Pinggu district; representing the biggest peach plantation in northern China.

銆€銆€Entering its 14th year, the festival includes sideline events such as a music festival and a Taoist celebration held in a historical temple.

銆€銆€Buses bound for Pinggu are available at Beijing's Dongzhimen Bus Station. The district is about 70 kilometers from the downtown area of Beijing.

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