As winter's grasp loosens, Tsinghua University's campus awakens to the vibrant hues and gentle warmth of spring. Barren branches burgeon with fresh leaves, painting the skyline with lush greens. The air fills with the fragrance of blooming flowers, from the delicate pink of cherry blossoms to the vibrant yellows and purples of magnolias and lilacs, each adding a stroke of color to the canvas of the campus.

Pathways meander through gardens alive with the buzz of bees and the flutter of butterflies, leading the way through a mosaic of flora that seems to celebrate the return of life. The gentle hum of the spring breeze rustles through the foliage, creating a serene soundtrack to the visual spectacle. The university's lakes and ponds, once icy mirrors reflecting the bareness of winter, now teem with life, their surfaces rippling in the breeze, dotted with the occasional splash of waterfowl diving for a meal.

An occasional black swan might glide across the lakes—its sleek, dark figure a serene note in the lively spring chorus, a simple yet intriguing addition to the landscape's diversity.

This understated presence complements the season's spirit of rejuvenation and discovery, blending seamlessly into the backdrop of a campus coming alive with the warmth of spring.

Writer: Grace

Photos courtesy of He Hongyi, Zhong Hao, Jiang Xinyu, Su Xiaohan, and Zhang Zhaoji

Editor: Li Han