According to my researched tulips are originally from Persia and Turkey. Then was brought to Europe where they got their common name from the Turkish word for gauze (with which turbans were wrapped) – reflecting the turban-like appearance of a tulip in full bloom. By the 17th century, the popularity of tulips were particularly [...]

This beautiful tulip flowers at the church caught my attention when I get inside at the entrance. Thanks that I brought my camera with me that time. In a matter of seconds I took picture half of the vase with gorgeous tulips. After the church service we proceed to Riverside Park, picnic time and take [...]