For an all-too-brief two-week period, cherry blossoms burst into full bloom to mark the beginning of spring throughout East Asia. In Korea, you can enjoy cherry blossom season just about anywhere, but definitely the most famous and no-holds-barred place to celebrate is the Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival. Jinhae is a port city located about an hour’s drive from Busan; its relatively mild weather promises slightly earlier arrival of cherry blossoms than elsewhere in Korea. Every spring, usually at the beginning of April, the city plays host to a ten-day festival which commemorates not only its famous cherry blossom trees, but also Korea’s greatest naval commander, Admiral Yi Sun Sin.
1. Because as soon as your train arrives, you’re in for a scene right out of a K-drama.
Even if you arrive by bus, you’re going to have to make it out to Gyeonghwa Station. The trains traveling along the tree-lined tracks cause cherry blossom petals to flutter in the wind, resulting in a picturesque view that’s perfect for love stories. Perhaps a handsome or beautiful stranger stepping off the train? Or a sad goodbye to a star-crossed lover?
2. Because some genius decorated the stream with totally random (but awesome) visuals.
A profusion of brightly colored umbrellas, hearts, and bicycles adorns the famous Yeojwacheon Stream. There’s more than enough fuchsia here to satisfy anyone who thinks that cherry blossoms by themselves are just not quite pink enough.
3. Better yet, it's all light up night.
This being Korea, things only get better once the sun goes down. The neon lights of the decorations lend a colorful cast to the blossoms, making for a very photogenic, almost psychedelic, experience.
4. Because this is your best excuse ever to wear PINK!
I'm not a favorite of PINK. But I will try my best. BRB need to go change into all pink everything.
5. Because you can eat cherry blossom bread and other cherry-blossom inspired food that you didn't know existed but now must eat it!
The mere sight of cherry blossoms can stir many emotions in people. Now one of those emotions is hunger!!
Besides sightseeing is our main attractions, food is also no.1 in our tour. What is tour if you don’t enjoy local foodies???
FOOD is IMPORTANT to Gee’s Travel Deals!!! Especially pretty foodies!!
6. Because… romance.
Having a significant other is hardly a prerequisite to attend the cherry blossom festival. But if you do happen to have one, who better to accompany you to view all the gently falling petals… and share cotton candy with… and help push you through hordes of tourists?
Okay, it’s definitely not a private destination. But at least you’ll have a lot of terrific photo ops.
Relationship Goal!!!
7. Because all the fallen petals on the ground make a great shot.
8. Because cherry blossoms make the best hair accessories.
Whether you’ve got black hair, brown, or any other color, a crown of cherry blossoms will always be flattering.
Scratch that, you don’t even need to have hair. This adorable baby is making it work.
9. Because there’s all this fun stuff to do.
Like get your caricature done.
Spell your name with petals.
Or....Like get your caricature done.
10. These are the reasons why you need to be here!!!.
This festival takes place in early April when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Jinhae Gunhangje Festival draws in more than 2 million tourists every year, and visitors are greeted by showers of cherry blossom petals as they pass through a tunnel of cherry trees. There are various events not to be missed, such as the Jinhae International Military Band & Honor Guard Festival and fireworks show.
More than 2 million people will visit this festival to see cherry blossoms and events. The city of Chnagwon is a bit concerned this year because the flowers might bloom too early due to warmer weather than usual.
So guys, get ready with your DSLR, Digital camera & smart phone to capture more pictures and enjoy the beautiful pink moments with your love ones at Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival.
2019 Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival Period: March 31st - April 10th 2019
Sources from Korea Torism Organization (KTO) & Gee's Travel Deals
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