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The flowers open after sunset ... in order to capture the extraordinary density which these Giant Water Lilies can reach. The result was some of the most remarkable views of the entire trip.

The world’s largest water lily with giant floating leaves and fragrant white flowers, blooming only at night. An intricate flower with purple, white, and blue hues, it’s both a pollinator ...