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The 2006 festival marks the 94th celebration of the original gift of the 3,000 cherry trees from the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington, DC in 1912.1
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Couples laid in the sun together, families brought a picnic, tourists sat and took photos, and young adults played games. The crowd was taking advantage of a beautiful day with spring fun in the sun on the Mall green. 3
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Festival performances are held at the foot of the Jefferson Memorial including authentic Japanese dance and music.5
Paddle boats were available to rent as a more creative way to view the cherry blossoms.6
The famous trees, a gift from Japan in 1912, signal the coming of spring with an explosion of life and color surrounding the Tidal Basin and the foot of the National Mall in a sea of pink and white.7
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Many families enjoyed the festival for more then just its beauty.9
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National Cherry Blossom Festival 2006
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The 2006 festival marks the 94th celebration of the original gift of the 3,000 cherry trees from the city of Tokyo to the people of Washington, DC in 1912.