The 42nd China Luoyang Peony Culture Festival's opening ceremony was held on Tuesday evening, kicking off a 15-day celebration of cultural heritage and modern tourism experiences. [Photo by Zhang Guanghui /For chinadaily.com.cn]

　　The 42nd China Luoyang Peony Culture Festival's opening ceremony began on Tuesday evening, kicking off a 15-day celebration of cultural heritage and modern tourism experiences, with peony viewing open to the public until April 30. [Photo by Li Weichao /For chinadaily.com.cn]

　　The 42nd China Luoyang Peony Culture Festival's opening ceremony began on Tuesday evening, kicking off a 15-day celebration of cultural heritage and modern tourism experiences, with peony viewing open to the public until April 30. [Photo by Li Weichao /For chinadaily.com.cn]