Shanghai’s largest Buddhist Temple, the Longhua Temple, bursts into a bright flurry of festivity, joy, and colour during the third lunar month (April) of each year. If you are visiting the country or the city, witness this air of festivity permeate everything from your flight to stylish serviced apartments Shanghai has to offer all visitors, such as those at the Ascott Huai Hai Road Shanghai which makes for some excellent accommodation Shanghai. Accompanying the vibrant peach blossoms which burst into life during the spring season, the Longhua Temple emerges with its festival best witness by the colourful lights that decorate the temple interior and exterior, lending the site an enchanting air. Coupled with the enthralling tinkling of the bells, the whole site blooms into a sacred spectacle that lures visitors both local and international. Framing the temple proper are jam-packed stalls that sell all manner of treat, from sizzling snack foods to the most intricately crafted jewellery and trinkets that make ideal souvenirs to take home. Visitors will enjoy strolling through the scenic Longhua Park, which assumes a gentle pink glow on account of the peach blossoms sprinkled across its lawns. You will also be treated to fun events in the form of traditional Chinese choirs, enthralling dance shows, hilarious puppet theatres and more. So pick April as the ideal time to visit Shanghai and join the millions of Chinese citizens as they revel in the beginning of a brand new year.