воскресенье, 17 января 2016 г.

Azalea


Postcard IDHK-378850
Country: Hong Kong

Azaleas are flowering shrubs in the genus Rhododendron, particularly the former sections Tsutsuji (evergreen) and Pentanthera (deciduous). Azaleas bloom in spring, their flowers often lasting several weeks. 

The Ma On Shan Azalea Festival is held in Ma On Shan, Hong Kong, where six native species (Rhododendron championae, Rhododendron farrerae, Rhododendron hongkongense, Rhododendron moulmainense, Rhododendron simiarum and Rhododendron simsii) are found in the area. The festival has been held since 2004; it includes activities such as exhibitions, photo contests and carnivals.

The card also has great stamp from series 'Astronomical Phenomena' issued in 2015:

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