Nantou Lugu Valley Cherry Blossom Tunnel: A Fairytale Scene in Full Bloom

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Springtime cherry blossom chasing has become a nationwide trend across Taiwan. Besides the renowned blossoms at Wuling Farm and Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village in central Taiwan, Lugu Township in Nantou County is a hidden gem for locals in the central region. Among its highlights is the romantic pink cherry blossom tunnel at Phoenix Nature Education Park.

Phoenix Nature Education Park is home to over 300 cherry blossom trees, including varieties such as Kawazu-zakura, yaezakura, Somei-yoshino, mountain cherry, and Wushe cherry. The cherry blossom tunnel is formed by Kawazu-zakura planted along both sides of the 333 Stone Steps pathway. Walking up the stone steps, you’ll be greeted by bursts of fresh pink petals, as if stepping into a dreamlike scene from a fairy tale — so beautiful it takes your breath away. At the top of the cherry blossom path, you can enjoy the view from a wooden observation deck, overlooking Qilin Pond, the tea fields of Dongding Mountain, and the Zhuoshui River basin. The scenery is majestic and picturesque, earning it the nickname “Little Switzerland of the East.” If you’re lucky, you might even catch a breathtaking sea of clouds. Additionally, the park features Taiwan’s most distinctive camellia specimen garden, with over 300 cultivars of camellias competing in beauty and color. Strolling along the 3-kilometer forest bathing trail offers a serene experience that brings you back to nature and restores a sense of simplicity.