Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Large Crowds Enjoy Washington's Cherry Blossom Season After a doggedly cold winter that lasted until a few short weeks ago, visitors and locals alike enjoyed idyllic spring weather for cherry blossom season. The trees were a gift from Japan 102 years ago. __________________________________________________________________ [1]http://www.voanews.com/media/photogallery/1892523.html References 1. http://www.voanews.com/media/photogallery/1892523.html