The arrival of spring is always welcome, even after a mild winter. There’s one way to tell without fail when spring has finally sprung in Utah – the appearance of the cherry blossoms at the Utah State Capitol.
Every year, the 433 Yoshino cherry trees around the Utah State Capitol burst into pale pink blossoms, signaling that spring has returned to the Beehive State.
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The blossoms typically appear between mid-March and early April. This year, they’re in full bloom right now.
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Take a stroll along the .7-mile long Memorial Walkway to immerse yourself in the magical beauty of spring.
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The walkway circles the Capitol. It’s the perfect place to enjoy a beautiful spring day. Bring a picnic lunch and dine on the lawn under the trees, or sit on a bench and just bask in the sunshine.
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Visit during your lunch break, or bring your children on a weekday or weekend afternoon. Your dog is even welcome here!
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The Yoshino cherry trees were a gift from the people of Japan to Utah, following World War II. To honor that token of friendship, the trees were planted in a place of great importance to the Beehive State - it’s Capitol.
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Yoshino cherry trees bloom for just a short period of time, so you’ll want to visit the grounds of the Capitol soon, before they’re gone until next year.
Utah State Capitol/Facebook The Utah State Capitol Building is located at 350 N. State Street, Salt Lake City.
Have you see the cherry blossoms at the Capitol this year?
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The Utah State Capitol Building is located at 350 N. State Street, Salt Lake City.
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