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Toronto Cherry Blossoms Near Peak Bloom, City Highlights Top Viewing Spots

Half of High Park's sakura trees are in full bloom, with peak bloom expected this weekend and lasting up to ten days, depending on weather.

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A Torontonian takes pictures with the booming cherry blossoms at High Park.
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Overview

  • The City of Toronto forecasts peak bloom for cherry blossoms this weekend, with optimal viewing conditions starting Saturday.
  • High Park remains the most popular destination, attracting tens of thousands annually, but 17 other locations across the city also showcase the blooms.
  • An interactive digital map has been launched by the City, offering directions, tree counts, and descriptions for cherry blossom viewing spots.
  • Officials urge visitors to respect the delicate trees by staying on designated paths and avoiding climbing or plucking blossoms.
  • The cherry trees, gifted by Tokyo in 1959 as a symbol of friendship, are expected to remain in bloom for four to ten days, weather permitting.