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The Washington Monument stands tall and proud above Washington DC during the annual Cherry Blossom Festival where hundreds of thousands of visitors come to see the beautifully flowered trees each year. 1
Huge crowds showed up for this year's Cherry Blossom Festival.2
The Jefferson Memorial can be seen on the other side of the Tidal Basin through fully bloomed branches of gorgeous cherry blossoms. 3
Many passers-by took the time to relax and enjoy the beautiful view and weather as they took a tour around the Tidal Basin.4
The cherry blossoms are in full splendor by April 5 for all to enjoy.
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An airplane makes it decent to nearby Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Virginia.6
Tourists and locals could enjoy a relaxing paddle boat ride, if they were willing to wait out the huge line.7
Families gathered by the Washington Monument during the festival to enjoy time together flying vibrant kites.8
Congestion by the Metro stations made for long, uncomfortable waits for commuters.
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Blooming Beauties
The 2009 Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC.
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The Washington Monument stands tall and proud above Washington DC during the annual Cherry Blossom Festival where hundreds of thousands of visitors come to see the beautifully flowered trees each year.