Every May, Quanzhou is set ablaze by the brilliant red of its blooming phoenix flowers. Towering flame trees stand sentinel along the lanes, their boughs heavy with blossoms that flare like torches, turning the streets and alleys into fantastical red corridors.
More than just a visual spectacle, these phoenix flowers also embody a profound zest for life and boundless energy, painting the entire city with a vibrant, invigorating spirit.