Where to go in March? Great travel recommendations!

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been seeing a lot of people staring blankly out the window, sighing at the sky, and even giggling at their phones… I’ve seen quite a few cases in the office. When I asked them what was going on, they said they were just feeling spring fever. They see the good weather and want to go out. They’re constantly looking at routes on their phones. It’s true, March is the time when spring returns to the earth and all things grow. After being cooped up all winter, it’s time to get out and relax. So here are a few recommendations for the best travel destinations in March.

Hike through the hidden plum blossom wonderland of Huizhou, a hidden gem on the banks of the Xin’an River, tucked away in the mountains. Its terrain resembles a fish, and the villagers are known for selling flowers, hence the name. They only sell plum blossoms, not fish, and it’s a plum blossom wonderland that will amaze you as soon as you step foot in it. Hike through the sea of flowers—that’s the right way to enjoy spring.

Japan’s No. 1 cherry blossom viewing spot. The temperature difference in the mountains makes the cherry blossoms bloom for a particularly long time in Yoshino Mountain. For a whole month, the blossoms start blooming at the base of the mountain, known as Shimo Senbon, and gradually work their way up to the highest point, Oku Senbon.

Senbon means “thousand,” and it’s used to describe the abundance of cherry blossoms. “Ichi-mō-sen-bon-zakura” means “a thousand cherry blossoms at a glance,” referring to the sight of 30,000 cherry trees blooming across the mountainside. Legend has it that Toyotomi Hideyoshi, with his 500 retainers, came here to view the cherry blossoms. It’s also a Buddhist practice site, and amidst the cherry blossoms, you can often catch glimpses of the ancient temple’s beautifully decorated eaves. Compared to other places, it has a more human touch.

One of China’s four major flower viewing destinations. The Xinghua Watery Rapeseed Flower is located in Ganggu Township, where a network of rivers crisscrosses. The small rivers branch out into countless smaller canals, extending north, south, east, and west, dividing the entire field into hundreds and thousands of “small islands.”

The Xinghua people call these “small islands” “duo,” which are just a little bit higher than the water level. They are arranged in a neat, uniform pattern. From the top of the 20-meter-high sightseeing platform, you can see an endless expanse of golden rapeseed flowers. Occasionally, you’ll see someone rowing a small boat leisurely across the water. Compared to land-based rapeseed flowers, this adds a touch of gentleness.

A newly emerged flower viewing destination that made it to the Sina Headlines. A hiking, flower viewing, cultural, and culinary journey. Plum Blossom Mountain is hidden in the valley, with blossoms covering the mountainside. It shines brightly against the green mountains, with green hills and blooming plum blossoms, creating a breathtaking scene. On weekends, Plum Blossom Mountain is filled with gentle spring breezes, and nearly a thousand plum trees bloom in competition, painting the mountaintops red. It’s the perfect time to enjoy the plum blossoms.

Explore the Tajik villages in the heart of the Kunlun Mountains and experience a thousand-year-old apricot blossom rain. In March, the Pamir Plateau is still chilly, but the Kunlun Mountains’ Tashkurgan River Valley is already blooming with spring. Amidst the apricot blossoms, the turquoise river flows happily. In the beautiful and pure Tajik villages, ancient apricot trees are covered in blossoms.

Farmers working in the fields, children running under the apricot blossoms, women drawing water by the river… It feels like we’ve stepped into a “land of apricot blossoms.”

(Photo: Flying)

(Photo: Little Deer)

If you have the chance, you can visit the local school and play with the Tajik children. You won’t forget the genuine smiles that come from the bottom of their hearts.

(Photo: Flying)

A wonderland on earth, Xianju Immortal City. Zhejiang is already known for its beautiful mountains and clear waters, and Lishui in southern Zhejiang is a prime example. The Dinghu Peak in Xianju is known as the “Small Red Cliff of Jiangnan.” In March and April, hundreds of flowers bloom, making it a perfect destination for a spring outing with family and friends.

Located in Zuo’ku Village, northeast of Huzhen Town in Xianju County, records show that peach trees have been planted here for over a thousand years. There’s a local legend that peach trees can ward off evil spirits. Every household plants a peach tree, and when the peach blossoms bloom, it ensures a year of peace for everyone. So the village is filled with peach trees. Every spring, the entire village becomes a sea of flowers.

Encounter the train heading towards spring. One of the most recommended cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto is the Arashiyama Sakura Tunnel. Arashiyama refers to the Arashiyama Line, which connects Arashiyama and Shijo Omiya. After getting on the train at Kitano Shiromecho, you’ll be surrounded by cherry blossoms as far as the eye can see out the window.

Get off at a less crowded station and take a leisurely stroll through the peaceful Japanese residences, crossing small bridges, watching the flowing water, and experiencing their daily life. Or you can wait quietly for the next train to slowly pass through the cherry blossoms.

Azure Tianchi Lake, romantic wild cherry blossoms. The winter’s gloom and shivers are gone. In March, nature comes alive. The Wu Yue Ancient Road is ablaze with mountain cherry blossoms, their delicate pink petals blooming like a dream. With the gurgling stream, walking along the mountain paths is a truly unforgettable experience.

The most beautiful pearl on the 32° North Latitude World Rapeseed Flower Belt. Every year in March and April, China’s rapeseed flowers migrate from south to north, sweeping across the land of China. When everyone’s eyes are focused on Wuyuan, few people know that Hanzhong also has millions of acres of golden rapeseed flower fields. The 32° North Latitude, where Hanzhong’s rapeseed flowers are located, is home to a 2,000-kilometer-long World Rapeseed Flower Belt. CCTV’s “Aerial China” uses a God’s eye perspective to show you that Hanzhong is breathtakingly beautiful in every frame!

Hike through the ten-mile purple Bauhinia flower forest in Zhuanlunyan, and enjoy the thousand-acre Peach Blossom Dock in Yuandong. Besides peaches, plums, apricots, and cherries, spring is also the season for Bauhinia flowers. In Zhuanlunyan, Meijiang Town, Lanxi City, Zhejiang Province, there is a ten-mile-long purple Bauhinia forest. The purple aura is breathtaking. After crossing the Bauhinia forest, there’s a Peach Blossom Dock waiting for you. Looking down from the mountain, it resembles the Nyingchi Peach Blossom Gorge!

The world’s largest natural garden. This hilly area, stretching over 50 kilometers and 1-5 kilometers wide, is home to 41 varieties of rhododendrons, including leaf rhododendron, wrinkled rhododendron, rusty rhododendron, and Wengke rhododendron. It’s known as the Hundred-mile Rhododendron, and in late March, when the flowers bloom, they cover the mountains and valleys in a vibrant tapestry of colors.

This spectacular sight can also be found in the majestic Wumeng Mountains. In late March, hundreds of thousands of acres of alpine azaleas bloom, from the foot of the mountain to the top. “Herds of cattle and sheep graze in the gentle breeze, a green carpet in the sky blooms with new flowers.” It’s one of the few places in China where alpine purple azaleas bloom in abundance. The majestic Wumeng Mountains and the delicate azaleas are a perfect match, brought together by the spring breeze.

One of the three major cherry blossom viewing destinations in the world. Guo Moruo once said, “The most beautiful part of Taihu Lake is definitely at the Yuan Tou.” There are over 30,000 cherry trees planted here, and in mid to late March, the cherry blossoms bloom almost overnight, like snow and clouds, creating a magnificent sight. It’s worth visiting both day and night!

(Photo: Chen Da Wang)

(Photo: Shi Jing)

Wuyuan’s hidden Peach Blossom Source. Wuyuan’s rapeseed flowers are famous throughout the world. Most tourists visit Jiangling, but the nearby Qingyuan Ancient Village is also a good place to go. The rapeseed flowers here aren’t as famous as Jiangling’s, but they’re not as crowded either. It’s one of the few villages in Wuyuan that still retains its original ecosystem. In March, rapeseed flowers, pear blossoms, and peach blossoms bloom together, creating a dreamlike scene of “golden mountains, silver seas, and rouge clouds.” It has a unique charm of “Let the Central Plains be in turmoil, my home is in the depths of Peach Blossom Source!”

(Photo: Zhang Li Visual)

Cherry blossoms illuminated by light have a unique beauty. Most people choose to view the cherry blossoms during the day. It’s true that cherry blossoms are lovely and delicate under the bright sunshine, but the cherry blossoms illuminated by lights at night have a more beautiful and alluring charm. Compared to the bustling crowds during the day, it’s quieter and less crowded at night, allowing you to quietly appreciate the beauty of the cherry blossoms. Meguro River is Tokyo’s most popular night cherry blossom spot. From the bridge to the Taiko Bridge, there are 800 Somei Yoshino cherry trees planted along the riverbank. When the cherry blossoms bloom together, they create a hazy, dreamy atmosphere. A boat tour is the best way to enjoy them, and you can make reservations in advance.

Off-season travel to experience the splendid Mayan culture. Last year’s “Coco” movie turned many people’s attention to Mexico, specifically the colorful town of Guanajuato, where the movie was filmed.

But Mexico’s true brilliance lies elsewhere. It’s home to the splendid civilization created by ancient Indians, the birthplace of two of the three major ancient cultures of the Americas, Mayan culture and Aztec culture. There are still many historical sites left, such as Chichen Itza (Feathered Serpent Pyramid), one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and Teotihuacan (Sun and Moon Pyramids), the “City of the Gods.” In March, Mexico has comfortable temperatures and stable weather, and it’s off-season, so prices are half as cheap as during peak season!

A brilliant pearl on the Silk Road with a rich Western Region charm. There’s hardly any other oasis as culturally diverse as Turpan. It’s where several major cultures and religions from East and West converge. The “most beautiful ruins” of Jiaohe Ancient City, the “Eastern Wheat Jia” Tuyugou, the “feathered desert” Kumtag, the Uyghur dwellings in the streets and alleys… In March, Turpan escapes the winter’s coldness and northwest winds, and it’s not as hot as in summer. The temperature is just right. Don’t miss this chance!