On March 30, the much-awaited 24th Urban Forest Flower Exhibition at Shanghai Gongqing Forest Park kicked off!

This year's event will last from March 30 to May 5, with the theme "Celebrating Spring Flowers, Embracing a Better Life". Leveraging the park's naturally thriving trees and shrubs, the exhibition has been meticulously designed into five major zones: "Colorful Forest", "Blossoming in Harmony", "Blush of Clouds", "Radiance of Spring", and "Impression of Floral Shadows". Together, they create a breathtaking spectacle of forest flowers for visitors. Additionally, the show introduces several new and exceptional flower varieties, including double-flowered Prunus glandulosa, South African marigold "Kiwifruit", Erysimum, and Freesia, which add numerous eye-catching highlights to the exhibition.

Floral Visions: Visual Art Exhibition

Skyline Flower Field takes its inspiration from Monet's masterpiece Tulip Field in Holland. In a creative twist, it brings to life the elements of the original painting, such as the farmhouse and tulips, in a three-dimensional, lifelike setting. The wooden windmill, a key feature of the original, is meticulously recreated. Leveraging the park's picturesque tree canopy and horizon, the installation uses a blend of reality and illusion to infuse the painting with a sense of vitality. This unique approach allows visitors to fully immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Monet's art.

Check-in Spot: Swan Lake Lawn

Swan Dock draws its inspiration from Monet's iconic masterpiece Sailboats at Argenteuil. Nestled within the natural lakeside beauty of the park's "Swan Lake", this scenic spot brings to life the dock, sailboats, and architecture from Monet's painting in a three-dimensional setting, capturing the vibrant hustle and bustle of a spring harbor.

The painting's centerpiece, the sailboats, is reimagined through artistic recreation, enhanced with floral arrangements that echo the original work. This thoughtful integration adds depth and an enhanced artistic ambiance to the scene, transforming it into a breathtaking check-in destination for visitors and locals.

Check-in Spot: Swan Lake

Floral Fantasy: Leisure & Creative Market

The Monet Town Life Market redefines the traditional market experience with 12 vibrant and charming French-style cottages. These whimsical structures offer a diverse array of Western and light meals, such as fruit tea, hamburgers, pizza, sausages, and European-style pastries. Visitors can indulge in both visual and culinary delights. The market also features the Tree of Life cultural and creative collection and art workshops, inviting everyone to explore and enjoy a unique experience.

Moreover, a wide range of activities, including "Blossom Handmade Workshop", "Blossom Science Lecture", "Blossom Eco-Run", and "Blossom Trail Hunt", have been thoughtfully designed to offer visitors a comprehensive and unique spring experience in the forest.

Notably, to enhance the visitor experience through technological innovation, the WeChat official account of Shanghai Gongqing Forest Park has introduced the "Pinecone Guide" AI Q&A service. Utilizing advanced natural language processing technology, this service accurately interprets visitors' queries and provides round-the-clock (7×24 hours) online answers to frequently asked questions about park entry, scenic spot navigation, and route planning. The intelligent system continuously learns and improves, offering seamless voice and text interaction. Visitors can now enjoy an intelligent service experience with instant responses, making their park visit more convenient and enjoyable.