Spring blooms are some of the most beautiful natural phenomena in the world. A garden on spring break is a sight to behold – vibrant, delicate flowers are blooming everywhere, the sun is shining more intensely than usual and everything looks clean and new. Or wildflowers spread their scent and enchant everyone that passes by. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that a lot of tourists from all over the world are flocking to see these beautiful sights. If you also want to see, here are 6 destinations that have the prettiest spring blooms.

Spring blooms are some of the most beautiful natural phenomena in the world. A garden on spring break is a sight to behold – vibrant, delicate flowers are blooming everywhere, the sun is shining more intensely than usual and everything looks clean and new. Or wildflowers spread their scent and enchant everyone that passes by. So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that a lot of tourists from all over the world are flocking to see these beautiful sights. If you also want to see, here are 6 destinations that have the prettiest spring blooms. 

 

  • The United States of America

 

The United States is a vast and diverse country, with landscapes that range from the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the subtropical swamps of the Deep South. Here are some of the best places to see beautiful spring blooms:

 

  • Napa County

 

Napa County is located in the San Francisco Bay Area, and it’s home to a bunch of vineyards. If you want to see gorgeous super blooms this is the place to go. In April and May, 30 million flowers start blooming here – everything from orange poppies to blue forget-me-nots.

 

  • Yosemite National Park

 

Yosemite National Park is a sanctuary for a diverse range of plant life, from ancient sequoias to delicate wildflowers. The park is at its most beautiful in the springtime when the meadows are carpeted in a rainbow of colors.

 

  • Rocky Mountain National Park

 

The Rocky Mountains are stunning any time of year, but they look especially beautiful during the spring. Here you can see wildflowers blooming among the pine trees, which explode with color each year between May and July.

 

  • Australia

 

The Land Down Under is a great destination for nature lovers. Australian springtime is full of pastel-colored wildflowers, from the delicate pink blossoms of the jacaranda to the bright yellow of the wattle. This is because the country enjoys a diversity of climates, from the tropical north to the temperate south. The best places to see spring blooms are Byron bay and the Royal National Park.

 

  • Japan

 

The northern Japanese city of Hirosaki hosts one of the country’s most incredible displays of spring blooms. The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri is a sequence of festivals that celebrate the city’s history. It lasts for four days and during this time, more than two million people gather to see thousands upon thousands of illuminated paper lanterns that flutter gently across the city. The lanterns are a beautiful sight, but it’s the surrounding fields that really take your breath away – they’re full of colorful wildflowers.

 

  • Korea

 

Every spring, from April to May, you can see some incredible displays of cherry blossoms in Gyeongju City. Cherry blossom is Korea’s national flower and there are around 1,600 different species of it. The trees tend to bloom along the banks of the Bukcheon River, making for a beautiful sight.

 

  • England

 

England is well known for its stunning gardens, which come into their full glory during the springtime. One of the most famous is Kew Gardens in London, which has over 30,000 different types of plants. However, you can find pretty blooms just about anywhere in England in April and May – even in country lanes! Here are more of the best places to look:

 

  • Painshill Park

 

Painshill Park is a landscaped garden that consists of three different areas: the Moor, the Valley, and the Hill. It’s about as picturesque as they come and it has been open to visitors since 1738. In springtime, its 1,000 acres are transformed into a sea of daffodils – making it a must-see destination.

 

  • RHS Garden Wisley

 

The Royal Horticultural Society’s Garden Wisley is the biggest and most popular garden in the UK. It’s situated in Surrey and spans over 250 acres, with something for everyone to enjoy. In the springtime, its many different gardens come alive with color, including the Garden of Fragrance, which showcases flowers that have a strong scent.

 

  • Quarry Bank Mill 

 

Quarry Bank Mill is another one of England’s amazing gardens. It was built in 1787 and designed by Erasmus Darwin – Charles Darwin’s grandfather! The garden itself is full of different species of blossoming flowers, including rock roses, jasmine, and lavender.

 

  • Switzerland

 

If you’re looking for somewhere to see some of the world’s most beautiful alpine flowers, then look no further than Switzerland. The country is home to an incredible number of wildflower species, which thrive in the temperate climate and the mountainous terrain. From the end of May to the beginning of July, the hills and valleys are covered in a carpet of brightly colored wildflowers. Some of the most popular destinations for flower viewing are the Jungfrau Region, the Valais, and the Engadine Valley.

So there you have it – six incredible destinations that are well worth visiting in the springtime for their stunning displays of wildflowers. Whether you’re in the mood for a quiet stroll through a picturesque garden or you want to see some of the world’s most beautiful mountain landscapes, these destinations have something to offer everyone.

 

Published on HOLR Magazine