Here Comes the Golden Rain: Six Hidden Spots for Golden Shower Trees

By MOOK Scenic Spots, Reported by Christopher

The golden shower tree season has arrived, and golden rain is falling across Taiwan. This annual early summer floral event has ignited a widespread passion for flower viewing. The long clusters of fresh yellow blooms burst forth with radiant elegance, complemented by blue skies, greenery, and city streets—creating romantic scenes that can be enjoyed all over the island. Below, we’ve selected six must-visit golden shower tree spots: beautiful campus pathways, poetic golden shower parks, or golden avenues along highways—each one breathtaking and full of charm.

Pingtung – Linluo Sports Park
 
Pingtung’s Linluo Sports Park boasts spacious grounds, flat pathways, and a variety of flowers and trees planted around. With shaded scenic walkways under tall green trees, it’s an ideal spot for walking, exercising, and family leisure. When the golden shower trees bloom each year, the golden petals flutter down like rain, creating an enchantingly beautiful sight.
 
【Info】
Address: Zhongshan Road, Linluo Township, Pingtung County

Tainan – Section near Minsheng Road and Changrong Road in Xinying District
 
Located next to Carrefour in Tainan’s Xinying District, there’s a beautiful golden rain avenue at the sports field—one of Tainan’s must-see golden shower tree spots.
 
【Info】
Location: Section of Minsheng Road near Changrong Road in Tainan’s Xinying District (next to Xinying Carrefour)

Tainan – Dongxing Park
 
At the intersection of Linsen Road and University Road in Tainan—roughly between Cheng Kung University’s Tzu-Chiang Campus and Houjia Junior High School—besides the blooming flame trees, golden shower trees are also in full bloom. The golden and vibrant red floral seas complement each other, attracting many visitors to stop and take photos.
 
【Info】
Address: Intersection of Section 2, Linsen Road and University Road, East District, Tainan City (near Cheng Kung University’s Tzu-Chiang Campus)

Taichung – Asia University
 
Asia University, one of the most beautiful campuses in Taiwan, is currently ablaze with golden shower trees. The golden blooms dot the university grounds, adding a unique floral splendor to the campus scenery.
 
【Info】
Address: No. 500, Liufeng Road, Wufeng District, Taichung City