Flower lovers flock to spring tulip vistas at famous Dutch park

An employee plants tulips at the Keukenhof flower garden in Lisse, Netherlands (Molly Quell/AP)

Nestled among tulip fields not far from Amsterdam, the world-famous Keukenhof garden has opened for the spring, welcoming camera-wielding visitors to its increasingly selfie-friendly grounds.

On a sunny day, the paths, park benches and cafes are crowded with tourists taking photos and selfies with one of the Netherlands’ most well-known products — the tulip.