The peony of Luoyang is the most beautiful under heaven, as the saying goes. The peony, the emblem flower of Luoyang and China, is lauded as queen of flowers with ethereal color and celestial fragrance. Since the Tang Dynasty no Chinese city has been able to rival Luoyang in growing peonies. Growing the peony and marveling at it has, in fact, long been a local obsession. At the festival, full-length variety shows, flower watching, lantern show, exhibitions of traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting and photography, symposiums, and business talks will be held. At the Wangcheng Park and the Botanical Garden, banquets are arranged for peony admirers, and all kinds of snacks and refreshments are served as well.