Matsu Islands 2024 Travel Guide 馬祖列島懶人包 – More than Just Mazu
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Matsu Islands 2024 Travel Guide 馬祖列島懶人包 – More than Just Mazu

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Matsu is a fun getaway just 45 min. by plane from Taipei; here you can find traditional stone villages, bioluminescent “blue tears,” wild sika deer, military museums, the world’s largest Mazu statue, a variety of local food, and much more to explore. Historical Background: Thousands of years ago, stone-aged peoples once inhabited the Matsu Islands. These…

2024 Guide to Penghu 澎湖英文旅游指南- Taiwan’s Ultimate Island Destination
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2024 Guide to Penghu 澎湖英文旅游指南- Taiwan’s Ultimate Island Destination

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The Penghu Islands （澎湖英文）are the best island vacation getaway in Taiwan. Only an hour’s plane ride from Taipei, these islands provide multiple world-class beaches, as well as snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, and other water activities. In addition, there are lots of restaurants, interesting historical sights, and accommodation options on these islands. Overall it is an ideal…

The Best Beaches in Penghu 澎湖最佳沙灘
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The Best Beaches in Penghu 澎湖最佳沙灘

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Penghu’s beaches could easily beat any beach on the main island of Taiwan. The water is clear, the sand is golden, and the weather is great. In this blog, we will share a list of the best beaches in Penghu, so you can more effectively spend your time on your next trip to this island…

Shen’ao Railbike 深奧鐵道自行車 – Enjoy Riding on a Historic Seaside Railway
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Shen’ao Railbike 深奧鐵道自行車 – Enjoy Riding on a Historic Seaside Railway

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Shen Ao Railbike is a short bicycle ride on an old Railway line on the coast of Ruifang, New Taipei. Visitors are seated two people per bicycle car, which has a roof and great views of the ocean scenery nearby. Overall it is a fun adventure for the whole family. Historical Background: Originally the Shen’ao…

Beitou Park 北投公園 – Discover Beitou’s Rich Japanese Hot Spring History
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Beitou Park 北投公園 – Discover Beitou’s Rich Japanese Hot Spring History

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Beitou Park is a large park near Xinbeitou MRT Station with a hot spring river running through it. It is a nice place to enjoy natural scenery inside the bustling Beitou hot springs district. The park is also full of history, dating back to the Japanese area, and there are many interesting sites within the…

Penghu Great Bridge 澎湖跨海大橋 – Once the Longest Bridge in East Asia
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Penghu Great Bridge 澎湖跨海大橋 – Once the Longest Bridge in East Asia

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Penghu Great Bridge (aka Penghu Trans-Oceanic Bridge 澎湖跨海大橋) is one of the most iconic tourist spots in Penghu. Formerly it was the longest bridge in East Asia, and the longest in Taiwan. Currently it is the longest bridge in Penghu, but it is not the longest bridge in Taiwan. Nevertheless it is still a must-see spot in…

Penghu Moses Parting Sea 澎湖摩西分海 – A Natural Wonder of Biblical Proportions
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Penghu Moses Parting Sea 澎湖摩西分海 – A Natural Wonder of Biblical Proportions

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The “Moses Parting Sea” in Penghu is a 50-meter-long gravel path connecting the main island of Penghu to Chi Islet during low tide. This phenomenon has been likened to Moses parting the Red Sea in the Bible and has become one of Penghu’s major tourist attractions. It is definitely a must-visit if you come to…

Fongguei Cave 風櫃洞 – Explore Penghu’s Whistling Seaside Wonder
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Fongguei Cave 風櫃洞 – Explore Penghu’s Whistling Seaside Wonder

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Fenggui Cave in Pengu is a basalt column sea cave named because of the whistling sound it makes as the wind passes by. Here there has also been a tower erected so that visitors can enjoy 360-degree views of the sea cave and nearby coastline. It is definitely a must-visit if you come to Penghu….

Penghu Serpent Head Mountain (Shetoushan) 澎湖蛇頭山 – Explore Ruins of the First Dutch Fort in Taiwan
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Penghu Serpent Head Mountain (Shetoushan) 澎湖蛇頭山 – Explore Ruins of the First Dutch Fort in Taiwan

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Serpent Head Mountain is the highest point in Penghu and is one of Taiwan’s top 100 lesser peaks. It is also home to the first western fort built in Taiwan; this was the first spot where the Dutch established a trading post in Taiwan before colonizing the island. It also has a memorial to French…

Penghu Shili Beach 澎湖嵵裡沙灘 – Discover Penghu’s Best Beach Paradise Getaway
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Penghu Shili Beach 澎湖嵵裡沙灘 – Discover Penghu’s Best Beach Paradise Getaway

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Shili Beach in Penghu (澎湖嵵裡沙灘) is an ideal beach getaway with clear waters and white coral sand. Here popular activities include swimming, kayaking, and SUPing. The best part is usually there are few people here. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Penghu. Historical Background: Shili Beach is a white sand…