Category: Taiwan

Located in Beimen, Tainan, the Jingzaijiao Tile-paved Salt Fields are a prime location for sunset viewing and a must-visit for photographers. At sunset, you can admire the beautiful reflections in the salt fields and the changing color temperatures as the sun sets, making it a perfect spot for endless photo opportunities.

The Lanyang Plain is a crucial rice-growing region in Taiwan, with rice culture holding significant meaning and value from past to present. Located in Wujie, Yilan, the Erjie Rice Barn Culture Museum is an indoor rainy day attraction and tourist factory where visitors can learn about rice culture.

Located in Su’ao, Yilan, the Kili Bay Bubble Tea Culture Center is the world’s first eco-friendly bubble tea factory. A visit to the Kili Bay Bubble Tea Culture Center not only allows you to learn about the story of bubble tea, which was ranked 18th in the world by CNN and is a pride of Taiwan, but also gives you the chance to make your own bubble tea through DIY activities.

This article provides a travel itinerary for a two-day trip to Yilan, a popular destination for Taipei residents. The author suggests taking a bus to Yilan and renting a motorcycle for easier transportation. The recommended attractions include the Ji Mi Square Park, the Sanqi Borlang Avenue, the Zhongxing Cultural and Creative Park, the Tianshang Island Wooden House, the Toucheng Coastal Forest Park, the Qinghe Bridge and Yinzhuang, and the Rabbit Maze Cafe. The recently opened Su’ao Su Dong Tunnel, featuring 3D underwater paintings, is also mentioned as a recommended attraction.

Every year from May to June is the hydrangea season in Yangmingshan, and in 2022, it started on May 22. Around Zhuzihu in Yangmingshan, apart from the must-see calla lilies every year, the hydrangea season is another highlight. The Gao Family Hydrangea, Jai Fu Hydrangea Garden, and Huagu Calla Lily Garden Hydrangea… these three are must-visit hydrangea fields in Yangmingshan.

When it comes to visiting Changhua, many people think of the Bagua Mountain located in Changhua city or Changhua Railway Roundhouse… and other attractions. Because Changhua is close to Taichung city, many people visit Changhua while traveling in Taichung. However, Changhua has many fun attractions, whether you’re with family, friends, or a partner, there are many fun and photogenic places.

Rivaling Taitung’s Brown Boulevard, Yilan’s Dongshan also boasts the “Yilan Brown Boulevard” known as Sanqi Scenic Path. This allows northern residents to enjoy breathtaking rural landscapes without traveling far. Located in Dongshan Township, Yilan, the Sanqi Rice Field Scenic Path transforms from lush green to golden yellow between April and June each year.

It’s been a while since I last visited Tainan! In recent years, Tainan has added many new attractions, including the Chimei Museum, Blueprint Cultural and Creative Park, Taijiang Visitor Center, Yuguang Island, and the newly opened Tainan Art Museum Building 2. Coupled with Tainan’s renowned local cuisine, these attractions make it worth visiting Tainan multiple times. This time, I planned a trip to Tainan during the Lunar New Year. It only takes an hour and a half to get from Taipei to Tainan by high-speed rail. Riding a scooter for a one-day or two-day tour of Tainan over the weekend is also very suitable!

Looking for recommended spots to stroll around in Taipei city during weekends or holidays without going too far? The North Gate of Taipei Station and its surrounding historic buildings are perfect choices. After the Taipei City Government launched the “Western District Gateway Project” a few years ago, not only has the North Gate of Taipei, which was once obscured by elevated highways, been restored to its former glory, but other nearby historic sites, including the North Gate Post Office, Futai Street Mansion, Mitsui Warehouse, Railway Department Park, and the Osaka Shosen Kaisha Taipei Branch, have also been renovated.

The author shares their experience of staying in Jiufen, a small town in Taiwan. They stayed at a rustic guesthouse called “Mountain Residence – Jiajiao’s Home” and enjoyed the simple and retro atmosphere. The guesthouse had a kitchen, outdoor spaces, and a unique tree structure inside. The author also mentions the activities arranged by the guesthouse, such as night tours to less crowded areas and enjoying the night view of Jiufen. They recommend staying overnight in Jiufen to fully experience the town’s charm.