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As 2019 quickly approaches, so does the Lunar New Year — and this year, the holiday falls relatively early, making it the perfect time for cherry blossom viewing in Taiwan!If you’re hoping to celebrate a festive, pink-hued Lunar New Year, be sure to bookmark all the northern, central, and southern cherry blossom spots listed in this article and get ready for a memorable blossom tour!
Yangmingshan can be considered one of Taipei’s gardens, with different flowers blooming in each season. During the Lunar New Year period, various species of cherry blossoms are in full bloom, including Somei Yoshino, mountain cherry, Yoshino cherry, and Showa cherry. Depending on the variety, blooming times may vary slightly. Large groves of cherry blossoms can be admired at the Flower Clock and the Yangmingshan Visitor Center, making it a fantastic spot for a family outing during the holiday.
Lunar New Year cherry blossom spot in Taiwan – Yangmingshan cherry blossoms. (Photo / Pixabay)
Most people associate Wulai with hot springs, but during the Lunar New Year, dozens of cherry trees in Wulai Waterfall Park also bloom simultaneously. After strolling through Wulai Old Street and crossing the Lansheng Bridge, you’ll start to see a few cherry trees, and as you continue toward the waterfall park, you’ll encounter several majestic mountain cherry trees that paint the Wulai mountains red — a truly beautiful sight!
After cherry blossom viewing, head back to Wulai Old Street to enjoy local snacks, soak in the hot springs, and fully embrace the spring atmosphere!
Lunar New Year cherry blossom spot in Taiwan – Wulai cherry blossoms. (Photo / Pixabay)
One of the most anticipated cherry blossom spots in Taiwan during the Lunar New Year is Wuling Farm!The cherry blossoms at Wuling Farm usually begin to bloom gradually in early February, reaching full bloom around mid-February. With a 3-kilometer-long cherry blossom trail extending from Zhonggu Valley to Nangu Valley and Beigu Valley, the farm is home to 21,000 cherry trees. Among them, the most famous is Wuling’s unique cherry variety — Pink Lady, whose romantic scene of falling pink petals is a must-see once-in-a-lifetime spectacle.
However, it’s important to note that traffic control is typically in place during the Lunar New Year cherry blossom season. Be sure to check the latest traffic advisories before you go. The editor also highly recommends joining a guided day tour or purchasing a special cherry blossom season transportation pass offered by bus operators — it’ll make your Lunar New Year blossom adventure much more time-efficient and enjoyable!
Lunar New Year cherry blossom spot in Taiwan – Wuling Farm. (Photo / Tripbaa Fun!Your Asia Travel Expert)
If you want to make the most of your Lunar New Year trip by going cherry blossom viewing and having an exciting adventure to release some New Year energy, head to Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village in Nantou!In addition to a variety of thrilling rides, the park also features stunning displays of Somei Yoshino, Yoshino, and Fuji cherries during the holiday. Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village hosts an annual “Aboriginal Cherry Blossom Festival,” featuring night cherry viewing, taiko drum performances, night dance celebrations, and other very Japanese-style events that make you feel like you’re really in Japan during cherry blossom season!
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Every Lunar New Year, the mountain cherry blossoms at Dongshi Forest Farm attract large crowds. Also known as Prunus campanulata or bellflower cherry, these blossoms hang downward when in full bloom, attracting birds such as green-backed tits and Taiwan hwameis to feed on their nectar. So besides enjoying the pink cherry blossoms covering the mountains, you can also get close to nature’s ecosystem and relax both body and mind.
In recent years, Dongshi Forest Farm has also begun planting Somei Yoshino cherries, though they bloom slightly later, usually after the Lunar New Year. If you prefer to avoid the crowds during the holiday, consider visiting the farm a little later.
Lunar New Year cherry blossom spot in Taiwan – Dongshi Forest Farm cherry blossom season. (Photo / Dongshi Forest Farm official website)
During Taiwan’s cherry blossom season, the deep green tea fields of Yu Shan Tea Garden at Nantou’s Caotou Head transform into layers of blooming cherry and plum blossoms, creating a breathtaking sea of pink and white that’s truly awe-inspiring!If you want to skip the crowded popular spots during the Lunar New Year, why not venture into the mountains and enjoy the cherry blossoms at Nantou’s Caotou Head — giving yourself and your family a peaceful holiday getaway.
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Lunar New Year cherry blossom spot in Taiwan – Nantou Caotou Head cherry blossom season. (Photo / Tripbaa Fun!Your Asia Travel Expert)
Tainan’s Wushantou Reservoir is one of the well-known destinations for its beautiful scenery and fun activities. During the Lunar New Year, the roads around the Wushantou Reservoir camping area are often covered with a “cherry blossom snow” landscape. Inside the Cherry Blossom Park, various cherry varieties such as Somei Yoshino, Nanyang cherry, and Kawazu cherry bloom successively, including the 85-year-old Nanyang cherry. Combined with DIY cherry blossom decoration workshops and musical performances during the “Cherry Blossom Festival,” the park is always lively in early spring!
Lunar New Year cherry blossom spot in Taiwan – Dongshi Forest Farm cherry blossom season. (Photo / Wushantou Reservoir Scenic Area FB)
In A Li Tribe of Wutai’s Wufong Township in Pingtung, there’s a roughly 10-kilometer-long “cherry blossom highway” starting from the 38.48-kilometer mark on Provincial Highway 24. These blossoms bloom every Lunar New Year, weaving a dreamy scene with red, pink, light pink, and white cherry flowers. Among them, the most spectacular “King Cherry” is one of the popular cherry blossom viewing spots. Combined with the “Spring Tour Wufong Cherry Blossom Season Series” organized by the Wufong Township Office — featuring tribal cuisine, handicraft culture, song and dance performances, and more — the blossoms welcome spring together.
[Tripbaa Fun] Authorized Repost | Original Article [TOP 8 Taiwanese Lunar New Year Cherry Blossom Spots!A Collection of Springtime Blossom Sites Across Northern, Central, and Southern Taiwan]