Lotuses in full bloom in the West Lake in the city of Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, on June 26. West Lake lotuses are standard, featuring large green leaves, and the plants decorate the lake with red, white and pink flowers. Near the lake, their faint scent spread by heated wind can cool the stifling Hangzhou summers. Myriad light red blossoms dot the endless green leaves. Small bridges in various designs span the water. People crossing the bridges seem like they are strolling through lotus flowers. (Photo/ZJOL.com.cn)
