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Portland may be one of the trendiest travel destinations of the 2010s, but you might want to give Salem, Oregon, some attention. The third Saturday of March marks Cherry Blossom Day for folks in this town, also known as the "Cherry City." Tourists are welcome to walk down rows of bright cherry blossom trees that fill up State Capital State Park while also learning about the impact of Japanese culture on the state.
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Portland may be one of the trendiest travel destinations of the 2010s, but you might want to give Salem, Oregon, some attention. The third Saturday of March marks Cherry Blossom Day for folks in this town, also known as the “Cherry City.” Tourists are welcome to walk down rows of bright cherry blossom trees that fill up State Capital State Park while also learning about the impact of Japanese culture on the state.
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No matter where you live in the world, there is one common theme of springtime: the regrowth of plants and flowers. Cherry blossoms are one of many flowers that have become a worldwide symbol of the changing seasons. These vibrant pink and white flowers are native to Japan but have since spread into different parts of the world. Though their beauty can brighten up any city, these delicate flowers usually only last around two weeks before their petals start to fall. So don’t waste any time in visiting these cities where you may find these beautiful cherry blossoms flourishing. (Diamond Bridges, The Active Times)