Best places to see cherry blossoms in China

3. Taizi Bay Park, Hangzhou 

Cherry blossom trees planted on the banks of a river in Taizi Bay Park, Hangzhou, Zhejiang province [Photo/VCG]

Taizi Bay Park in Hangzhou, capital of East China's Zhejiang province, used to be popular for wedding photography due to the thousands of cherry blossom trees that are planted, which creates a romantic atmosphere. 

Taizi in Chinese means emperor's son and the first heir to the throne in ancient China. It was said that the coffins of two emperor's sons were placed in the park in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). 

The park is located in the southwest corner of West Lake. Based on the design of traditional Chinese gardens, the park also absorbs western architectural styles, making it a masterpiece that melds both eastern and western elements.

Visitors soak in the cherry blossoms in Taizi Bay Park, Hangzhou. [Photo/VCG]

Apart from cherry blossoms, vast seas of tulips can also been seen in the springtime. 

Cherry blossoms and colorful tulips create a romantic atmosphere in Taizi Bay Park, Hangzhou [Photo/VCG]

Opening hours: All day

Ticket price: Free

Address: 5-1 Nanshan Road, Xihu district, Hangzhou, Zhejiang province

Public transportation: Buese Nos 4, 31, 51, 52, 87, 315, 334, 514b, 514, 882, Y2, Y6 

Tip: Public transportation is recommended when going to Taizi Bay Park due to inconvenient parking and traffic congestion.