The road spans approximately 4 kilometers, which corresponds to the traditional Korean distance unit of '10-ri'.
The route serves as the primary access road leading toward the historic Ssanggyesa Temple, a prominent Buddhist site.
The area is the center of the Hwagae tea region, home to the oldest tea trees in South Korea.
Local tradition claims that walking the path together grants longevity to a couple's relationship.
The cherry trees are specifically maintained by the Hadong-gun government to ensure the canopy effect is preserved.
십리벚꽃길, known as the 10-ri Cherry Blossom Road, is a 4-kilometer stretch of road connecting Hwagae Market to Ssanggyesa Temple in Hadong-gun. The path is lined with over 1,200 mature cherry blossom trees planted along the hillside road. Locally referred to as the 'Marriage Road,' legend suggests that couples who walk the path while holding hands will remain together forever. The route runs along the Hwagaecheon Stream, providing a scenic backdrop of water and mountain foliage. As of August 2026, the road remains a public thoroughfare open to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The trees were originally planted in the 1930s and have since become a primary destination during the spring bloom. The road transitions through the rural landscape of Gyeongsangnam-do, offering access to tea plantations nearby.
The stretch near the Hwagaecheon Stream bridge where the overhanging cherry blossom canopy is most dense.
Visit during the weekday mornings to avoid heavy traffic congestion from tourist vehicles.
Bring comfortable walking shoes to transition from the roadside onto the adjacent nature trails.
Use the parking areas near Hwagae Market and walk the first section of the road for the best views without driving stress.
Avoid driving through the center of the road during peak bloom weekends, as traffic can become completely gridlocked.
The road is a public thoroughfare open year-round, though traffic restrictions may be implemented by local police during peak spring bloom weekends.
Respect the roadside environment by disposing of all trash in designated areas; do not climb on tree branches.
