{"id":166238,"date":"2024-03-04T08:36:10","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T04:36:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/?p=166238"},"modified":"2024-03-08T13:15:10","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T09:15:10","slug":"best-destinations-to-see-spring-flowers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/best-destinations-to-see-spring-flowers\/","title":{"rendered":"Best destinations to see Spring flowers!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Springtime is almost here! It\u2019s time for flowers to start blooming in all it\u2019s glory \u2013 like a breath of fresh air after the long and cold winter months. It\u2019s also the perfect time people tend to take spring holidays. Now apart from the usual places for the spring holidays, have you thought about travelling to places where floral beauty is at it\u2019s peak when the flowers have just bloomed? It’s worth travelling just to witness these wonders in person. From the cherry blossom-lined streets of Tokyo to the sunflower fields of Tuscany, each of these destinations offer a spectacle. <\/p>\n

Here are the best places to see Spring flowers and natural beauty-<\/p>\n

Tokyo, Japan<\/h2>\n

\"Cherry<\/p>\n

Tokyo in springtime is associated with Cherry Blossoms.<\/a> The Japanese name for cherry blossom \u2013 Sakura, adorns every corner of the city, from parks to temples to riverbanks. For the Japanese, sakura symbolizes the nature of life, making it a reminder to live in the moment! Heading to Tokyo during spring is great to experience the tradition of Hanami \u2013 a custom of experiencing the beauty of flowers. It\u2019s a celebration for locals and visitors alike partaking in to go on flower-viewing picnics under the blooming trees, celebrating the season with food, drinks, and loved ones! \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Cherry blossoms, Plum blossoms, purple Wisteria and Moss Phlox \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> From late March to early April <\/p>\n

Keukenhof \u2013 Lisse, The Netherlands<\/h2>\n

\"Tulips<\/p>\n

Keukenhof <\/a>is pretty much known as the garden of Europe, with an emphasis on tulips! Located in the town of Lisse, the floral paradise is about 79 acres to be precise. With such an enormous area of land, the display attracts visitors worldwide every year during the spring season, all eager to get a close-up of nature’s work! Though the garden is open throughout the year for festivities and special events, it opens to the public only between mid-March and mid-May. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Tulips, Daffodils, Hyacinths, Muscari and Fritillaria \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> From late March to early April <\/p>\n

Skagit Valley, U.S.A <\/h2>\n

\"Skagit<\/p>\n

Situated in the heart of Washington State, Skagit Valley is an agricultural region that comes alive with tulip fields during the spring season! The best time to visit the valley is during the Tulip Festival. Locals and visitors alike come together to experience the festival, with events ranging from art shows to concerts to guided tours of the tulip fields. Although Skagit Valley is known for tulips, daffodils bloom too! They bloom a month before the tulips in March. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Daffodils and Tulips \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> During the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival,April 1st to April 30th, 2024!<\/a> <\/p>\n

Halle\u2019s Forest, Belgium<\/h2>\n

\"Bluebells<\/p>\n

You can find bluebells everywhere in Halle’s Forest! In late April and early May, this forest transforms into a sea of blue, creating a dreamy atmosphere that’s straight out of Disney World. As you wander through the forest, you’ll be surrounded by a carpet of bluebells! Apart from the bluebells, the forest is home to different flora and fauna like rare orchids and elusive deer. Birdwatchers also delight in the opportunity to spot woodpeckers and owls. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Wild yellow daffodils, Primrose, Marsh Marigold, blue and purple Hyacinth \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> Late April to early May <\/p>\n

Provence, France<\/h2>\n

\"Provence,<\/p>\n

Though Provence is known for its fields of lavender, they don\u2019t bloom during the spring period! So if you\u2019re heading to the Provence region in June or July, you can see it everywhere in full bloom. You\u2019ll also have the opportunity to witness the lavender harvest in July while driving through the countryside, which is the ultimate Provencal experience. The process includes the traditional art of lavender distillation, where the fragrant flowers are transformed into essential oils, soaps and perfumes. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Red Poppies, pink and yellow Peonies, purple Wysteria \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> From March to July <\/p>\n

Cape Floristic Region, South Africa<\/h2>\n

\"Cape<\/p>\n

The Cape Floristic Region is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site with more than 9,000 different types of plants, including proteas, orchids, and fynbos. You can go hiking in Table Mountain National Park or explore the Cape Peninsula to see these beautiful plants up close! Fun fact: The Fynbos vegetation that grows here can\u2019t be found anywhere else and has adapted to the Mediterranean climate. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Proteas, Orchids, Ericas and Watsonias \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> From September to November <\/p>\n

Cotswolds, England<\/h2>\n

\"Flowers<\/p>\n

Cotswolds <\/a>is one of those charming quaint regions what one imagines to be the perfect English countryside! With the onset of spring, the gardens such as Hidcote and Sudeley Castle, showcase blossoms of roses, wisteria and more creating a perfect backdrop for picnic adventures. It’s a quintessential English experience, especially with the landscape and cottages! And lastly the local delicacies \u2013 springtime in the Cotswolds brings fresh produce like asparagus to juicy strawberries to the local markets, don\u2019t forget to indulge. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Roses, Wisteria and Cherry blossoms \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> From March to May <\/p>\n

Tuscany, Italy<\/h2>\n

\"Sunflower<\/p>\n

Apart from being known for destination weddings, Tuscany is a wonderful place to visit during springtime! Fields of sunflowers and poppies are a common sight in Tuscany during the spring months. And then there are the vineyards \u2013 the trademark of Tuscany! Springtime in Tuscany means the start of the grape growing season, and the countryside comes alive with the promise of a huge harvest. \ud83c\udf38 Types of flowers found:<\/b> Sunflowers, Poppies, Wildflowers, Wisteria, Oleander and Cyclamen \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Best time to visit:<\/b> From April to June <\/p>\n

Summary <\/a> Destinations to see Spring flowers <\/p>\n