Lotus flowers bloom on Lesser Heat in central China(1/5)

Lotus flowers bloom at Zijingshan Park of Zhengzhou City in central China's Henan Province on July 7, 2025. (Photo/China News Service)

Lesser Heat, the 11th solar term that falls on July 7 this year, marks the beginning of a hot season.

Citizens enjoy blooming lotus flowers along the viewing walkway at Zijingshan Park of Zhengzhou City in central China's Henan Province on July 7, 2025. (Photo/China News Service)

Citizens enjoy blooming lotus flowers along the viewing walkway at Zijingshan Park of Zhengzhou City in central China's Henan Province on July 7, 2025. (Photo/China News Service)

Citizens enjoy blooming lotus flowers along the viewing walkway at Zijingshan Park of Zhengzhou City in central China's Henan Province on July 7, 2025. (Photo/China News Service)

Citizens enjoy blooming lotus flowers along the viewing walkway at Zijingshan Park of Zhengzhou City in central China's Henan Province on July 7, 2025. (Photo/China News Service)