Spring Outings Around Jinhua in March-April: Two Lesser-Known Flower Sea Secrets
In March and April, Jinhua is caressed by the spring breeze, making it the perfect time for a spring outing. Avoid the crowds at popular scenic spots and discover these two hidden flower-viewing places that hold the most healing springtime romance.
1. Chisong Huyan Bauhinia Flower Sea: Half-Mountain Clouds, Half-Mountain Purple 💜
📍 Location: Hutouyan, Xiyu Natural Village, Huyan Village, Chisong Town, Jindong District
⏰ Blooming Period: Mid to late March to early April (peak bloom)
🎫 Admission: Free
Transportation Guide
· By car: About 30 minutes from downtown, navigate to "Hutouyan," free parking available at the village entrance
· By bus: Take bus 303 to Xiyu Station, then a 10-minute walk to the flower sea entrance
Highlights
Over 400 acres of wild bauhinia flowers cover the hillsides, with pink-purple blossoms layered along the mountain slopes like clouds drifting through the mountains. The newly built walking trails wind through the flower sea, offering new views at every step. Climb Hutouyan to overlook the magnificent panorama where the village and flower sea blend together. When the morning dew is still fresh or after a rain shower, petals glisten with water droplets, doubling the photo atmosphere. This spot is rarely crowded, allowing you to fully enjoy the peaceful mountain wilderness.
Food Recommendations
After descending, head to Chisong Town to try authentic Jinhua local dishes. Recommended are stir-fried cured meat with spring bamboo shoots and wild vegetable tofu soup, paired with a bowl of sweet cherry wine (best in late March when cherries ripen).
2. Minsheng Village, Pujiang: A Golden Poem of Terraced Rapeseed Flowers 🌼
📍 Location: Minsheng Village, Qianwu Township, Pujiang County (navigate to "Minsheng Flower Sea Scenic Area")
⏰ Blooming Period: Mid March to early April (peak bloom mid to late March)
🎫 Admission: Free
Transportation Guide
· By car: About 1 hour from Jinhua city center, enjoy the beautiful scenery of "Mountainous Pujiang" along the way
· Public transport: Take a bus from Jinhua South Bus Station to Pujiang, then transfer to Qianwu Township bus; taxi recommended for convenience
Highlights
260 acres of terraced rapeseed flowers follow the mountain contours, with yellow and green patches blending like a spilled palette. The Sanjianglou Cultural Heritage Museum at the mountain top is the best viewing platform. From there, the terraced fields shrouded in mist look like a fairyland. Walking trails are set within the flower fields, allowing you to immerse yourself in the sea of flowers, smell the fragrance, and take photos without stepping on the blooms. Nearby is a poet’s town worth visiting to soak in the artistic atmosphere.
Food Recommendations
On your way back, try Pujiang’s specialty wheat cakes, thin-skinned and generously filled with various flavors like pickled vegetables, tofu, and meat. Also, enjoy the sweet loquat honey, a great health tonic for spring.
Practical Tips
1. Outfit Suggestions: Light-colored clothes (white, beige) are best for photos
2. Best Time: 9-11 AM or 3-5 PM when the light is soft and ideal for photography
3. Essentials to Bring: Sunscreen, drinking water, power bank, and a light jacket as mountain weather can be changeable
These two lesser-known flower-viewing spots are beautiful, uncrowded, and free, making them perfect choices for spring outings around Jinhua. Take a day to escape the hustle and bustle and have a romantic date with the spring flower seas!