Early cherry blossoms across China

March to April is the best season in China to appreciate charming, rosy cherry blossoms. At this time, a tide of cherry blossoms in their full glory sweeps the country from the south to the north, creating a dramatically colorful feast for the eyes.

1. Taiwan Nantou Jiuzu Culture Village

Taiwan Nantou Jiuzu Culture Village [Photo: sohu.com]

Best time to view: February to early March

If you visit the Jiuzu Culture Village in the Sun and Moon Lake area, you will find more than 3,000 Taiwanese cherry trees, which make it the most beautiful place in Taiwan. During cherry blossom season, you can see the entire village turned into a pink cotton-spun paradise, displaying a world of romance.

In the village, cherry blossoms can be seen almost everywhere. You can take a walk in the Shui Shalian European Garden, featuring royal Baroque style, or sit in a train to appreciate the picturesque delight. Above all, we highly recommend you take a cable car at the Sun and Moon Lake to get a bird's-eye view of the beauty of the entire Jiuzu area, where pink cherry blossoms meet green trees to form a charming painting.

Besides viewing the cherry blossoms during the daytime, the most special experience might be taking a cherry tour of Jiuzu in the evening. The open-air performance set against a backdrop of lovely flowers, with high-tech visuals and audio incorporated, brings you into a mysterious wonderland.

Other highlights: minority group cultural presentations, performances featuring traditional arts plus a joyful entertainment park.

The village is in Nantou City, Taiwan, adjacent to the world-famous Sun and Moon Lake. Nantou City is also a hot destination for hot spring lovers and Taiwanese food lovers.

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