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Meghalaya is all pink, thanks to cherry blossoms.
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If you enjoy cherry blossoms, this is the ideal time of the year to visit Shillong, Meghalaya's capital. (Credit: Twitter/@NomadsShillong)
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Cherry blossoms herald the arrival of spring and are a common sight in Japan. (Credit: Twitter/@amarik)
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These light blooms, known as "sakura" in Japanese, represent spring, since it is a season of renewal. However, because the blooms are temporary, they also represent the fleeting aspect of existence. (Credit: Twitter/@amarik)se light blooms, known as
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Every year, Meghalya organises a festival, to celebrate the advent of the cherry blossoms. Sightseeing, picnics, music festivals, and literary events are all part of the festival. (Credit: Twitter/@amarik)
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The Cherry Blossom Festival 2022 began today, November 17, and will run till November 26.
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The festival began with the Road to Cherry Blossom, a multi-city pre-festival package of events taking place from October 15 to 29 in cities spanning India, Thailand, and Malaysia. (Credit: Twitter/@Szarita Laitphlang)
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