Recently, five rare twin lotus flowers have bloomed in succession in the lotus pond of Liwan Lake Park in Guangzhou. On June 15^th, reporters visited the site and found that three of the flowers were still in full bloom, attracting large numbers of local residents and photography enthusiasts seeking good fortune.

Twin lotus flowers occur with a probability of only about one in 100,000. Featuring two blossoms growing from a single stalk, they have long been regarded in Chinese culture as a symbol of good fortune, harmony and happiness. The appearance of five twin lotus flowers at Liwan Lake is particularly rare. At present, three of them can be found in the waters near Haishan Xianguan and are at their peak viewing period.

"I finally managed to get clear photos of all three. I wouldn't be surprised if more appear," said a local resident during her morning exercise. Many visitors made special trips to the park, posing for photos with the flowers and hoping for continuous good fortune.

With the flowering season relatively short, residents hoping to witness this touch of summer romance are encouraged to visit soon. The blooming twin lotus flowers are not only a reward for Guangzhou's meticulous efforts in maintaining clear waters and green banks, but also a unique expression of the city's summertime charm.

广州荔湾湖惊现5株并蒂莲，街坊排队“接好运”

近日，广州荔湾湖公园荷花池内接连开出5株罕见的并蒂莲。6月15日记者现场看到，其中三株依然盛放，吸引了大批街坊和摄影爱好者前来“接好运”。

并蒂莲生成概率仅为约十万分之一，一茎双花，自古被视为吉祥、美满的象征。此次荔湾湖连开五株，实属难得。目前，有三株位于海山仙馆附近水域，正值最佳观赏期。

“三株终于拍清楚了，估计还会有呢。”现场一位晨运的阿姨笑着说。不少街坊专程赶来，举着手机与并蒂莲合影，希望“好运莲莲”。

花期有限，想要目睹这份夏日浪漫的市民不妨趁早前往。这既是广州水清岸绿的匠心馈赠，也是独属于羊城人的盛夏浪漫。

文、图｜记者 陈秋明
译 | 郑书悦
审 | 曾敏