Taipingshan Travel Guide 太平山 – Discover Yilan’s Mystic Former Logging Village
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Taipingshan Travel Guide 太平山 – Discover Yilan’s Mystic Former Logging Village

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Taipingshan (aka Taipingshan National Forest Recreational Area 太平山國家森林游樂區) is a magical mountain paradise in Datong Township of Yilan County in Taiwan. It has an old Japanese-era logging railroad track which has mostly been abandoned, but part of it has been restored with a working train. In addition, there are hot springs, Taiwan’s largest alpine lake,…

Guide to Toucheng 頭城懶人包 – Yilan’s Seaside Paradise
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Guide to Toucheng 頭城懶人包 – Yilan’s Seaside Paradise

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Toucheng Township in Yilan is known for its amazing beaches, but there is much more to do here, such as visit Lanyang Museum, visit Turtle Island, enjoy seafood, traditional fishing harbors, recreational farms, hiking, cycling, surfing lessons, and much more. Here is a short guide to Toucheng, to let you know the variety of activities…

Chiayi Travel Guide 嘉義懶人包 – The Perfect Blend of Mountains and Rural Scenery
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Chiayi Travel Guide 嘉義懶人包 – The Perfect Blend of Mountains and Rural Scenery

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Chiayi is a mostly rural county in south-central Taiwan. Despite its relatively small population compared to other counties in Taiwan, it has some of the most beautiful scenery, delicious local food, and interesting history. Come for Alishan, and stay for everything else you find along the way. Below I will list out some of the…

Yunlin Travel Guide 雲林旅遊懶人包 – A Rural Wonderland in Southwest Taiwan
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Yunlin Travel Guide 雲林旅遊懶人包 – A Rural Wonderland in Southwest Taiwan

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Yunlin is a rural county in western Taiwan that for many expats is simply a large landmass on their way to another destination. However, there are many worthwhile places to visit here, such as interesting historical sites, natural beauty, and rich culture worth exploring. Below I will list some of the best places in Yunlin…

Lotus Pond Travel Guide 蓮池潭 – Kaohsiung’s Scenic Temple Area
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Lotus Pond Travel Guide 蓮池潭 – Kaohsiung’s Scenic Temple Area

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The Lotus Pond in Zuoying District of Kaohsiung is one of the most beautiful scenic areas in Taiwan. Much of the lake is full of traditional Chinese temples, gardens, and architecture. Because of its size, it cannot be properly appreciated by only going there for one afternoon; there are simply too many things to see…

Taroko National Park Travel Guide 太魯閣國家公園懶人包 – The World’s Deepest Marble Gorge
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Taroko National Park Travel Guide 太魯閣國家公園懶人包 – The World’s Deepest Marble Gorge

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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, rain forests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan.  Taroko…

Taroko Gorge Travel Guide 太魯閣 – Taiwan’s Most Breathtaking Geological Feature
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Taroko Gorge Travel Guide 太魯閣 – Taiwan’s Most Breathtaking Geological Feature

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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, rain forests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko Gorge might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan.  Taroko…

Taitung Travel Guide 台東懶人包 – The Gem of Taiwan’s East Coast
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Taitung Travel Guide 台東懶人包 – The Gem of Taiwan’s East Coast

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Taitung has some of the most beautiful scenery in Taiwan, two amazing offshore islands, a striking coastline, deep mountains, and most of all it is bursting with unique aboriginal culture, with Indigenous people making up over one-third of the population. It is an unmissable stop on your next trip to Taiwan. Here we have compiled…

Qijin (Cijin) Island Travel Guide – Koahsiung’s Best Beach Destination 旗津懶人包
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Qijin (Cijin) Island Travel Guide – Koahsiung’s Best Beach Destination 旗津懶人包

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Qijin Island (aka Cijin Island or Chijin Island) has one of the most accessible sandy beaches in any urban area in Taiwan. Besides the nearly 10 Km stretch of sandy shores, the island also has an old street with tasty snacks, a seafood market, a lighthouse, an ancient fort, a star tunnel, a shell museum,…

Cheng Ching Lake Ultimate Travel Guide 澄清湖完整導覽
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Cheng Ching Lake Ultimate Travel Guide 澄清湖完整導覽

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Cheng Ching Lake (aka Cheng Cing Lake or Ching Qing Lake) in Kaohsiung is one of the most beautiful parks in Taiwan. Much of the lake is full of traditional Chinese gardens and architecture. Because of its size, it cannot be properly appreciated by only going there for one afternoon; there are simply too many…