Time to say sayonara to the chilly winters and let nature take its course with vibrant and vivacious spring! This new season brings a burst of colour and renewed energy, making it the perfect time to ditch all your indoor plans and go explore the world
If you are looking to witness the beautiful spring bloom around the world, here's a curated list of all the best places around the world to embrace its beauty.
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Two words: Cherry. Blossoms. Or "sakura", as they are called, are synonymous with spring in Japan and one of the best places to experience them in all their glory is Kyoto. To add to the charm, the city has historic temples and traditional gardens that come alive with delicate pink petals during this season. If you make the visit from late March to mid April, you would be able to enjoy the annual Hanami festivals where you get to appreciate the beauty of cherry blossoms.
No place better than the "Garden of Europe" to visit in the spring season. You will be welcomed by more than just vibrant tulips. The garden is home to millions of flowers planted across 32 hectares and is a paradise for nature lovers. You can spend time strolling through all the themed gardens and marvel at the amazing flower displays. One thing you will surely be taken aback by is the divine fragrance of blooming flowers that this garden is known for.
This destination must've taken you by surprise but Washington D.C. is one of the best places to travel in spring because it is adorned with a sea of cherry blossoms and is home to the National Cherry Blossom Festival that includes cultural events, parades and iconic monuments being framed by pink blooms. It is the best time to visit the USA as the weather is also tolerable and you can enjoy a bit of nature along with immersing yourself in the rich history of the country.
As soon as we read Provence, picturesque lavender fields come to mind and that's exactly what you can witness in March-April here. The special thing about the Spring season in Provence is that every landscape, every terrain comes to life with vibrant purple hues of lavender. This is one destination where you can truly take in the beauty at your own pace - drive through the countryside, spend your mornings at local markets buying produce and indulge in the region's culinary delights, all while being surrounded by the intoxicating scent of lavender everywhere you go.
Is there something South Africa can't do? We do not think so! Cape Town experiences its bursts of bloom during its spring season. The city's iconic Table Mountain is taken over by wildflowers and makes for a sight to behold. It serves as the perfect backdrop for all your outdoor activities and exploration, which we already know there's plenty of in South Africa. Here's a detailed itinerary of what you can do in South Africa.
This may come as a surprise by spring in Srinagar is just breath-taking. If you are looking to experience the spring season in India, "Paradise on Earth" or Srinagar is the best place to be. The iconic Dal Lake, surrounded by snow-capped mountains is adorned with blooming tulips and serves as the perfect host for the annual Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden festival. Srinagar is also home to many gardens like The Mughal Gardens, Shalimar Bagh and Nishat Bagh - that all burst into a riot of colours with the blossoming of many flowers including daffodils and hyacinths.
Make your spring even more special after a dull winter season. Embrace the bloom, embark on a journey of color and fragrance, and let the beauty of spring rejuvenate your spirit.
