Blossom in Washington

My main reason for the trip to the States was to attend a conference in Washington DC for wrok. It was pure chance that I was there during the blossom season. Washington is famous for it's blossom and there was even a Blossom Parade while I was in town (but I was stuck in a conference hall so missed it). So I thought I should start with some of my favourite pictures of the blossom which does also include a lot of magnificent magnolia trees. That counts as blossom right? Also I should add that all photos were taking in early evening as I only had the opportunity to take snaps after work. Thankfully the weather and light was kind. Here as just some of the sights I saw.