D.C.’s beloved cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin and surrounding areas reached peak bloom Friday and remain magnificent. Every year, thousands of visitors line the Tidal Basin and take beautiful photos of the display. This year, the warmest weather of the season so far has offered delightful conditions for capturing an array of scenes.

Cherry blossom trees drew large crowds in cities around the world, marking the beginning of spring.

Cherry blossom season has returned to Washington, D.C., where the blooming trees are bringing pink and white flowers to the spring scenery of the National Mall.