After lunch, the genial fop hastened his guest to the pond because “the water lilies close before five.” Vauxcelles was drowsy with delight. “The leaves lie flat upon the surface of the water, and ...
The water lily flowers are in full bloom in the pond of Mt. Gokurakuji in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The Janoike pond near the summit is filled with the pink and white blossoms ...