A Hidden Paradise for Cherry Blossom Viewing – The Mysterious Bloom of高地樱花园 (Highland Cherry Blossom Garden)

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

During the peak of the cherry blossom season, cherry blossom viewing has become a nationwide craze in Taiwan, with many popular spots drawing large crowds. If you prefer to avoid the hustle and bustle of holiday hotspots, consider visiting the Jian’an 131 Highland Cherry Blossom Farm in Sanxia, which boasts tens of thousands of cherry blossom trees—a hidden gem known only to locals. In recent years, it has been opened to the public through negotiations between the local village chief and the farm owner, offering a romantic scenery that’s truly captivating. Jian’an 131 Cherry Blossom Garden warmly welcomes visitors from January to the end of March each year to enjoy its beautiful sights.

Located on Lion Head Mountain in Sanxia, Jian’an 131 Highland Cherry Blossom Farm sits at an altitude of 500 meters and spans 8 hectares. The farm is home to over 10,000 cherry blossom trees, featuring up to 20 different varieties. In addition to common Taiwanese species such as mountain cherry, yaezakura, Yoshino cherry, and Showa cherry, it also cultivates the rarest Wushe cherry. There are also peach and plum trees planted here, creating a stunning layered effect with the white and pink blooms.