In a vibrant celebration of diplomacy and nature, Heze City—China’s famed 'peony capital'—has gifted Sofia, Bulgaria’s 'land of roses,' with 280 blossoming peonies. Transplanted to Sofia’s South Park six months ago, these iconic flowers now thrive in a Commemorative Peony Garden, symbolizing 75 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations 🌍.
Park director Milena Vaseva and landscape architect Stavri Fotev recently shared insights into this floral diplomacy through a video tour. 'Nature speaks a universal language,' Vaseva remarked, highlighting how the garden fosters friendship between Heze and Sofia. 'Anyone who loves beauty is welcome here in May,' she added, teasing what’s set to become an annual cultural hotspot 🌸✨.
Bridging East and West, the project mirrors Sofia’s nickname as a rose-growing hub. Fotev emphasized the collaboration: 'People in both regions share a passion for flowers—Heze’s peonies and Bulgaria’s roses are proof that beauty transcends borders.'
With spring in full swing, the garden stands as a living testament to cultural exchange, blending tradition and diplomacy through petals and pride. Will this bloom inspire more green diplomacy? Stay tuned 🌏💚.
