Photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows Chinese violet cress in full bloom on the campus of the Nanjing University of Science and Technology. (Photo/Lang Congliu)

The flower is a symbol of Nanjing’s aspirations for peace, and the bloom is also a hallmark of spring in the city. NUST will soon open its 17th peace and culture festival named after the flower, featuring over ten activities.

Photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows Chinese violet cress in full bloom on the campus of the Nanjing University of Science and Technology. (Photo/Lang Congliu)

Photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows Chinese violet cress in full bloom on the campus of the Nanjing University of Science and Technology. (Photo/Lang Congliu)

Photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows Chinese violet cress in full bloom on the campus of the Nanjing University of Science and Technology. (Photo/Lang Congliu)

Photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows Chinese violet cress in full bloom on the campus of the Nanjing University of Science and Technology. (Photo/Lang Congliu)

Photo taken on March 21, 2024 shows Chinese violet cress in full bloom on the campus of the Nanjing University of Science and Technology. (Photo/Lang Congliu)