The 12th Huimin District Apricot Blossom Festival opens on April 19 in Huimin district of Hohhot, capital city of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region. The six-day event includes artistic performances, light shows, and painting and calligraphy activities. In recent years – by relying on its rich natural, historical and cultural resources – the district has focused on building a new "culture + tourism" business model in order to stimulate the local economy. [Photo by Le Yan/For en.hhhtnews.com]

Tourists pose for a group photo on a bridge at the annual apricot blossom festival, which is currently ongoing in Huimin district, Hohhot, April 19. [Photo by Le Yan/For en.hhhtnews.com]

Delicate apricot blossoms are now in full bloom in Huimin district, Hohhot. [Photo by Le Yan/For en.hhhtnews.com]

An artistic performance is staged during the apricot blossom festival, April 19. [Photo by Le Yan/For en.hhhtnews.com]