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The Korea Meteorological Administration has released the cherry blossom blooming schedule for 2023. The season begins in late March and lasts until mid-April. According to forecasts, the earliest bloom is on Jeju Island, around March 20th. Chuncheon City in Gangwon Province is the latest, with blooms expected on April 5th. The peak blooming period usually occurs a week after the beginning of the season.
The expected cherry blossom blooming dates in major cities across South Korea are as follows: Seogwipo (Jeju Island) March 20th, Daejeon March 27th, Changwon March 21st, Seoul March 28th, Gwangju March 22nd, Mokpo March 28th, Jeonju March 29th, Chungju March 31st, Busan March 24th, Gangneung March 31st, Ulsan March 24th, Suwon April 1st, Yeosu March 24th, Yeouido April 3rd, Pohang March 25th, Incheon April 3rd, Daegu March 26th, Seosan April 4th, Gyeongju March 27th, Chuncheon April 5th, Jeonju March 27th.
Cherry blossoms begin to bloom in late March, reaching their peak a week later, and Jeju Island is where they bloom earliest.
Kkday, a travel app available in over 100 countries and 200 cities worldwide, offers suggestions for the best cherry blossom viewing destinations in South Korea in 2023.
Jinhae:A district within Changwon City, Daegu is home to the largest cherry blossom festival in South Korea. The festival lasts 10 days, starting on March 25th. It's a four-hour drive from Seoul. Some recommended spots for viewing cherry blossoms include the Romance Bridge at Yeojwacheon Stream and Gyeonghwa Station. Viewing the illuminated cherry blossoms at night is also a worthwhile experience. Daegu: If you prefer less crowded places than Seoul or Jeju, Daegu is a great option. Beautiful cherry blossom photo spots include Chimsanjeong Pavilion and Daegu Cherry Blossom Spot E-World.
Busan:This coastal city is a destination for seafood lovers and cherry blossom enthusiasts. Beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots include Namcheondong Road, Dalmaji Hill, and Samnak Park. Busan boasts "thousands of beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots," and visitors can take a day tour to reach them all.
Seoul:Spring is the ideal time to visit the Korean capital because of the warm weather and streets filled with colorful flowers. Popular photo spots include N-Seoul Tower, Bukchon Hanok Village, Seoul Forest, and the royal palaces.
Jeju:Jeju Island is famous for its "king cherry blossoms," which are larger than other cherry blossom varieties and bloom for only three days. Visitors can find these king cherry trees in the center of Seogwipo city and around the Jeju Sports Complex.
Jeonju:This is where visitors "can find the most beautiful cherry blossoms in Korea." Popular cherry blossom viewing spots include Wansan Park and several routes around the city. Ask a local for directions.
Gyeongju:Located in the south of the country, the city boasts Lake Bumun and the Cheomsongdae Observatory, making it an ideal spot for viewing blooming flowers. Here, visitors can enjoy picnics, bike along the riverbank, and savor delicious food at the local food stalls.
