Discover Romantic Cherry Blossoms in Baoshan

　During those weeks when warmth comes briefly but the chill still lingers, spring quietly arrives in Baoshan, nestled in Kaohsiung's Taoyuan District. By the middle of January, cherry blossoms begin to decorate Baoshan Erjituan Cherry Blossom Park（二集團櫻花公園）, situated at an altitude of nearly 1,500 meters.

　Covering approximately 38 hectares and home to nearly 5,000 cherry trees, the park has become a must-visit destination for blossom enthusiasts. Thanks to the diligent efforts of the local Bunun indigenous community in greening and revitalizing the area, visitors can enjoy four main varieties of cherry blossoms: the charming pink Kawazu-zakura, the profusely blooming Pink Lady, the elegant Yoshino, and the double-petaled luxurious Yaezakura. Each type blooms in succession, showcasing its unique beauty.

　Strolling along the park's mountain trails, you will find yourself surrounded by rows of cherry trees in full bloom, forming romantic pink tunnels. Delicate petals dance in the wind, creating an enchanting atmosphere that is hard to leave behind. From scenic viewpoints along the trails, you can enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and gaze at the breathtaking sea of pink blossoms below.

　Lin Wu-syong（林武雄）, chairman of the Baoshan Community Development Association（寶山社區發展協會）, advises visitors to take advantage of the park's shuttle service during the bloom season, as traffic to the area tends to increase. Using the shuttle helps avoid parking hassles, thus ensuring that everyone can relax and fully immerse themselves in the beauty of Baoshan's springtime charms.

遇見粉紅花海 寶山櫻花浪漫綻放中
文/李瑰嫻  
攝影/ 黃敬文
乍暖還寒時節，春天的氣息已悄然降臨桃源區的寶山。位於海拔近1500公尺的二集團櫻花公園內，從1月中旬起便開始陸續開花。

櫻花公園占地約38甲，栽種近5千棵的櫻花樹，經當地布農族人積極綠化與整治後，成為遊客賞櫻的必訪之地。園區內主要栽培4種櫻花：擁有討喜粉色的河津櫻、滿樹繁花的粉紅佳人櫻花、淡雅的吉野櫻及重瓣華麗的八重櫻等，花種交替綻放且各具特色。

沿著公園內環山步道漫遊，兩側滿開的櫻花樹圍繞成浪漫的櫻花隧道，粉紅色的花瓣隨風飄舞，浪漫氣氛令人流連忘返。站在步道上的觀景臺，更能眺望四周群山，俯瞰整片美麗的粉紅花海。

寶山社區發展協會理事長林武雄理事長提醒，開花期間前往山區的車流量較大，為避免車輛壅塞影響遊興，民眾可多加利用二集團的接駁車服務，減少找車位時間，讓每位遊客都能悠閒自在地徜徉於花季，感受桃源獨特的春日美景。

★Information
地址：寶山二集團櫻花公園（高雄市桃源區寶山里藤枝林道16.5K處 ）
電話：（07）686-1132