Following a particularly deadly 2025 Typhoon Season, 2026 was much less dramatic, with only three major Typhoons and no landfalls. In many ways, it was a great Typhoon year; the reservoirs are mostly full, and there was minimal damage, which is a very good thing. In this blog, we will present a brief summary of…
Maolin District of Kaohsiung City is an amazing outdoor paradise and my favorite place in Taiwan. In this mountainous district of Kaohsiung, you can find waterfalls, streams, hot springs, butterflies, aboriginal culture, and great views, all by the roadside! Popular activities include swimming, hot spring bathing, river tracing, camping, and hiking. Please note I have also finished…
Dragon’s Head Mountain is a sloping ridge that goes around Duona Bridge and looks like a sleeping dragon. This trail is also known as “The Small Great Wall” (小長城) because of its resemblance to hiking the Great Wall of China, as the trail is built along the top of a mountain ridge. Don’t miss out…
Ghost Axe Canyon (aka Duona Line of Sky 多納一線天) is a beautiful slot canyon in Maolin District of Kaohsiung, near Duona Village. Here you can find a beautiful carved canyon, pristine pools, and amazing waterfalls. Overall, it is an amazing canyoneering/river tracing experience. 🏖️ Planning your trip to Kaohsiung? 🐒 Here are some top travel…
Meiyagu Waterfall in Maolin District of Kaohsiung is an impressive waterfall over 70 meters high. There used to be an easy trail to the falls that was wiped out during Typhoon Marokot. Now it requires a gnarly hike up this ravine, but it is still a relatively quick hike. 🏖️ Planning your trip to Kaohsiung?…
Old Maolin （舊茂林 aka 得樂的卡 (Teredeka) aka Mangzai Village 「芒仔社」、aka Maya Village 瑪雅社）is was one of the original three villages of the Rukai Tribe in Maolin. Later, they abandoned it in the wake of an attack by Japanese police officers. Later, Maolin Village was relocated to its current location further down the Zhuokou River. The…
Green Island is a paradise off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. Once a prison for political enemies of the KMT, it is now a tourist hot spot. It is one of the best places to snorkel and dive in Taiwan, one of only three saltwater hot springs in the world, and it also includes amazing volcanic…
Xizhi’s Dajianshan is a scenic and beautiful hike in New Taipei City, offering a panoramic view of East Taipei and Keelung. The hike is relatively easy, and there are many scenic spots along the trail to soak in some amazing views. You can also check out nearby temples and Xiufeng Waterfall. 🏯 Planning your trip…
Jinshan and Wanli are hidden gems for tourism in northern Taiwan. Here you can find beaches, hot springs, delicious food, amazing geological formations, and much more. There is something to do here every time of the year. Don’t skip this area of Taiwan during your next trip. 🏯 Planning your trip to Jinshan and Wanli?…
Dapeng Footbath Park (aka Dapengzutang Park 大鵬足湯公園) is a free outdoor public foot hot spring near Jinshan’s Xialiao Beach in New Taipei City. Besides soaking your feet in hot spring water here, you can also walk along a wetland nature trail that has access to the beach. It is definitely worth checking out. 🏯 Planning…
The Twin Candlestick Islets (aka Candlestick Islet 燭臺嶼) are a beautiful natural wonder off the coast of Jinshan in New Taipei. There is a scenic trail (Shitoushan Hiking Trail 獅頭山步道) that lets you soak in the beautiful views of the islets from the coast. It is definitely worth a trip for lovers of Earth’s natural…
Pingxi District of New Taipei has some of the most popular attractions in Northern Taiwan. With a total of 7 stations along the Pingxi Railway Line (plus 2 if you count Ruifang and Houtong), there are endless places to explore, eat, hike, and enjoy Taiwan’s history, culture, and natural beauty all in one place. 🏯…
Battleship Rock is a small hike in Beitou with a rock shaped like its name on top. From here, you can enjoy great views of Taipei and Beitou. This trail has also become popular with mountain bikers. It is definitely worth checking out the next time you are in the area. 🏯 Planning your trip…
Jiantanshan is perhaps the most scenic and beautiful hike in Taipei City, offering a panoramic view of the entire city from Shilin and Zhongshan Districts of Taipei. Here you can see Songshan Airport, downtown Xinyi, the 101, the Yuanshan Hotel, and north along the Tamsui River. The hike is relatively easy, and there are many…
If you only have a few days in Taiwan and you want to go somewhere outside of Taipei, you should definitely go to Taroko National Park. On an island full of mountains, rainforests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan. Taroko National…
If you only have a few days in Taiwan and you want to go somewhere outside of Taipei, you should definitely go to Taroko Gorge. On an island full of mountains, rainforests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko Gorge might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan. Taroko National…
Sadly, due to a recent earthquake, much of Taroko Gorge, Hualien’s most famous landmark, is no longer accessible to the public. However, the visitor’s center is still open, and the road through Taroko is still open three times a day if you have your own vehicle. In this blog, we will take you on a…
Land Bank Exhibition Hall of National Taiwan Museum (國立臺灣博物館 古生物館, aka National Taiwan Museum Natural History Branch, or as I like to call it, the Dinosaur Museum) is an impressive museum in Taipei featuring fossils and palaeontological exhibits showing the animal history of Taiwan and the world. It also features the history of Taiwan’s Land…
For you expats or foreigners who have never left Taipei, Miaoli is a large rural county in central Taiwan. From the ocean to hills, to mountains, and more mountains, Miaoli is an outdoor paradise. There are also many interesting cultural and historical sites here. Below, I will list some of the best places in Miaoli…
Shenxiangu (aka Valley of the Gods or Fairy Valley) in Donghe Township of Miaoli County is an amazing scenic area with multiple waterfalls flowing into a small mountain valley. The trail is short and includes a suspension bridge over the waterfalls, offering beautiful views of the area. It is a worthwhile stop for anyone visiting…
Shitoushan in Miaoli is a popular hiking destination near Nanzhuang Old Street, one of Taiwan’s lesser 100 peaks, and has one of the highest concentrations of temples for any hiking trail in Taiwan. Here you can get away from it all and be swept up in the rugged beauty of Taiwan’s central foothills. It is…
Dahu is a large valley in the hills of Miaoli inside Shei-Pa National Park, known for its strawberries, which are in season from November to March, and is also called the Kingdom of Strawberries. Here you can pick your own strawberries for a discount and bring them home. In the meantime, you can enjoy the…
Qingtiangang in Yangmingshan National Park is a large grassland that lies on top of an old lava terrace. It is famous for the water buffalo that congregate here to graze and is one of the most popular areas in the park. Besides enjoying views of wild water buffalo, there are also many hiking trails and…
Following a particularly strong 2024 Typhoon Season, 2025 was historic in many ways, such as having the deadliest typhoon in decades and the first typhoon to make landfall in Chiayi. In this blog, we will present a brief summary of this unforgettable Typhoon season. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taiwan? 🏮 Here are some top…
When traveling to Taipei, don’t just stay within the city’s boundaries the entire time. Step outside and experience fascinating destinations that offer a new glimpse into Taiwan’s beauty and culture.To help you plan, we’ve highlighted some fantastic day trips from Taipei that are well worth your time. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here…
