LOOK: Taiwan's Cherry Blossoms Are in Full Bloom

(SPOT.ph) When we think of springtime pink flurries, Japan and its iconic Sakura season usually steal the spotlight—but it’s not the only place where cherry blossoms put on a show. Enter Taiwan, where pink-petaled trees are currently painting the landscape, especially in Taichung. That’s right—the land of bubble tea also serves up a stunning dose of cherry blossoms, and they’re in full bloom right now. Here's a peak at Taichung's cherry blossom bloom.

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Check out the Taichung's Cherry Blossoms in Taiwan

Unbeknownst to many, Taiwan's cherry blossom scene is one to watch. With blooms from January to April, Taiwan offers a longer viewing period thanks to its diverse geography, with early blooms in the south and highlands and later ones in the north.

The early bloomers usually peak around mid-February, which is the case for the trees at the Wuling Farm in Taichung. Located in the Heping district, Taichung's Wuling Farm is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, especially during cherry blossom season. This popular attraction is one of the first spots in Taiwan to see blooms yearly. It has over 20,000 cherry blossom trees of different varieties, including Taiwan's Pink Lady, the Peony Cherry, Yoshino Cherry, and other sakura-like flowering trees such as plum and peach blossoms. 

In fact, if you can manage a visit to Taiwan in February, you might just catch Wuling Farm's Cherry Blossom Festival, the area's busiest and most beautiful season. During this time, spotting cherry blossom trees in full bloom is literally a walk in the park, as most, if not all, of the 20,000 cherry blossom trees are in their full pink-petaled glory. 

Pro tip: Make sure to check information about Wuling Farm on their official social media channels. This is one of the most popular destinations for locals and foreigners, so the park can get pretty crowded in the spring. Don't worry; park officials manage the crowd by implementing a reservation system during peak days, so check on the day of your visit if you need to book slots.

Other places to visit in Taiwan for Cherry Blossom Viewing:

If Taiwan is on your itinerary later in spring and you miss the bloom in Taichung, there are still other spots you can hit up for the same experience. Here are some of the most popular sites in other parts of Taiwan:

• Yangmingshan National Park (Taipei): For visits until Mid-March
• Sun Moon Lake (Nantou): For visits until March

• Alishan (Chiayi): For visits until April
• Wuji Tianyuan Temple (Taipei): For visits until March

Wuling Farm is at No. 3-1, Wuling Road, Heping District, Taichung City, Taiwan. For more information, visit Wuling Farm's Facebook page.

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