More Than Just a Sea of Cherry Blossoms: Top 5 Scenic Spots in Sanchi

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Near the North Coast, the Sanchi area in New Taipei is home to the Sansheng Trail, where tens of thousands of cherry blossom trees are planted. Every spring, the beautiful streams on both sides are covered with blooming pink cherry blossoms, creating one of the most enchanting sights in the region. But besides admiring the cherry blossoms on the Sansheng Trail, Sanchi has many other worthwhile attractions to visit, including the Qianshuiwan seaside view, the popular Shuizhongyang photo spot, and the Coastal Trail—perfect for planning a one-day trip.

1. Balianxi Ecological Trail – Full of Old-World Charm
Balianxi runs through Sanchi District and is the main river in the area. It is said that past settlements heavily relied on this irrigation channel for various purposes, including laundry, irrigation, power generation, rice milling, and tea production.

Along the Balianxi River lies what is claimed to be the longest “Balianxi Ecological Trail” in New Taipei. Visitors can hike along the stream, surrounded by overlapping green mountains and trees, with crystal-clear waters and a picturesque waterwheel ecosystem nestled among the hills—making it one of the most distinctive sightseeing resources in the Sanchi area.