By / Scenic Spots Weekly
Amidst the lush green mountains, bursts of pink hues emerge, creating a fairy-tale-like cherry blossom garden that has become a must-visit destination for travelers. This hidden cherry blossom secret lies nestled in the forested hills — come the weekend during the blooming season, bring your family and head up the mountain together.
A dreamy cherry blossom destination. (Photo / 3more_hi4)
This fairytale-like cherry blossom spot is located within Datong Township, Yilan County — namely, the renowned Qilan Mountain area, known as Yilan’s backyard garden. The park is home to 3,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees. Every year, at the turn of late winter to early spring, the sight of the blossoms in full bloom is truly captivating.
Standing under a canopy of cherry blossoms, every photo turns out stunning. (Photo / 3more_hi4)
Qilan Tayang Coffee is a coffee farm run by a couple of Atayal people. The owners are committed to cultivating coffee with the authentic flavors of the Atayal tradition. They have planted 2,000 Arabica coffee trees in this prime natural setting, offering visitors a rich taste experience.
Cherry blossoms blanketing the mountains. (Photo / 3more_hi4)
The mountainsides covered in Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms are the stars of the season. Visitors can snap dreamy photos under these 3,000 cherry trees — every shot is guaranteed to be beautiful.
The sight of 3,000 cherry trees is truly magnificent. (Photo / 3more_hi4)
Aside from admiring the cherry blossoms and sipping coffee, the park also offers camping areas. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a serene getaway here. There’s also locally raised free-range chicken, live trout, and highland vegetables available to enjoy.
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