Wulai Scenic Area Introduction
In early spring, from the Circular Mountain Road to the Wulai Waterfall area in the Wulai Scenic Area, the branches of mountain cherry blossoms burst into bloom, captivating visitors. After the Lunar New Year each year, tourists can be seen ascending the mountain to enjoy the cherry blossoms and soak in hot springs, particularly along the Circular Mountain Road, Wulai Waterfall Park, Xiluoan Road, and County Road 107, capturing the breathtaking sight of blossoms in full bloom. The earliest to bloom is the red cherry blossom, followed by the Yoshino cherry, which features delicate pink hues, and the romantic double cherry blossoms that bloom in soft purple, creating a stunning spectacle. The Wulai mountain cherry, also known as the red winter cherry, has a blooming period from January to March each year, and is one of the most brightly colored cherry blossom varieties. When in bloom, the trees are awash in vibrant red, dyeing the entire lush green valley, making it the best place for cherry blossom viewing in the northern region. From November to February each year, visitors to the banks of the Wulai River Valley may also hear the calls of the five-colored birds courting, spot distinctive stream birds such as the purple thrush, lead-colored thrush, and kingfisher, as well as the raptor, the crested serpent eagle, soaring in the canyon. Additionally, there are bamboo chickens, eye-browed thrushes, Taiwan blue magpies, tree magpies, great-billed crows, gray wagtails, little bent-billed swifts, and more, making it an exceptionally unique natural classroom.
