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Tourists walk on pathways through the Floriade flower festival in Canberra
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Tourists walk on pathways through the Floriade flower festival in Canberra
Tourists walk on pathways through one of 16 flower beds at the Floriade flower festival in Canberra September 23, 2005. The flowerbeds are designed to represent the theme " Rock n Roll in Bloom". The month-long floral display of over 1.47 million flowers represents a range of popular songs including Elvis Presleys Blue Suede Shoes, George Gershwins Rhapsody in Blue, The Beatles Strawberry Fields Forever and Brown Sugar and Paint it Black by The Rolling Stones. REUTERS/Tim Wimborne - RP6DRNAXHKa
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In this vibrant and captivating photo print, tourists can be seen joyfully strolling along the pathways of the Floriade flower festival in Canberra. The image captures a moment during September 23,2005, when visitors were immersed in one of the sixteen meticulously designed flower beds that showcased the theme "Rock n Roll in Bloom". The month-long floral extravaganza boasted an astonishing display of over 1.47 million flowers, each bed representing a popular song from various iconic artists. From Elvis Presley's timeless hit "Blue Suede Shoes" to George Gershwin's enchanting masterpiece "Rhapsody in Blue" and even The Beatles' nostalgic anthem "Strawberry Fields Forever" every step taken by these tourists was accompanied by a harmonious celebration of music. As they wandered through this kaleidoscope of colors and scents, visitors couldn't help but feel transported into a world where melodies bloomed alongside petals. The carefully curated selection also paid homage to legendary songs like "Brown Sugar" and "Paint it Black" by The Rolling Stones, adding an edgy twist to the overall experience. Photographer Tim Wimborne skillfully captured this mesmerizing scene with his lens, immortalizing not only the beauty of nature but also the shared joy experienced by all who attended this unforgettable event. This print serves as a testament to how artistry can intertwine with horticulture to create an immersive sensory journey for all those fortunate enough to witness it firsthand.
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