Tourists visit a lavender museum in Huocheng County, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, June 14, 2025. Vast fields of lavender in Huocheng County entered full bloom in June, transforming the landscape into a sea of purple.
Featuring cultural performances, sports events and exhibitions showcasing local heritage, a lavender tourism festival kicked off to coincide with this natural spectacle, highlighting the region's thriving lavender industry while promoting local tourism and economic development. (Xinhua/Ding Lei)