Spring's Best-Kept Secret: Hwagae’s 6km of Blossoms

If you're chasing cherry blossoms in Korea but want to escape the usual tourist-packed spots, Hwagae is your dream spring getaway. Tucked away between Hadong in Gyeongsangnam-do and Gurye in Jeollanam-do, this quiet little town turns into a fairytale during cherry blossom season — and it's still beautifully under the radar. The main highlight? The Hwagae Cherry Blossom Road, also known as the “10-ri Cherry Blossom Road” or “Wedding Road.” For over 6 kilometers, the road is completely lined with cherry trees, forming a breathtaking tunnel of soft pink petals. Walking here feels like stepping into a painting — petals falling gently, the Seomjin River flowing nearby, and the scent of blossoms in the air. #aprilblooms #hwagaecherryblossoms #hiddenspringgems #slowtravelkorea #cherryblossomtunnel #springinkorea