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Leofoo Village 六福村, Taiwan’s Disneyland

Byforeignersintw November 28, 2025December 29, 2025

Leofoo Village is perhaps the best amusement park in Taiwan. Here you can find lots of different kinds of intense roller coasters, and there is also a large outdoor zoo with a safari-like experience. In addition, there is also a large water park, live performances, kiddie rides, games, restaurants, and more. It is like Taiwan’s…

Lalu Island 拉魯島, Sun Moon Lake’s Sacred Island

Byforeignersintw November 7, 2025December 24, 2025

Lalu Island on Sun Moon Lake is a sacred island to the indigenous people here, who believe that a deer showed their ancestors the way to the lake. Before a dam was built, the island was larger and shaped like a crescent moon. Even though tourists can no longer visit the island, it is one…

Qingjing Skywalk 清境高空觀景步道

Byforeignersintw November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

Qingjing Skywalk is an amazing feast for the eyes, with breathtaking views of Qingjing Farm, the central mountain range, and Ren’ai District’s sweeping valleys. For a small fee, you can enjoy some of the best views of Nantou on this raised walkway. It is definitely an experience you shouldn’t miss. 🛥️ Planning your trip to…

Swiss Garden (Qingjing Farm) 清境農場小瑞士花園

Byforeignersintw November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

Swiss Garden is a beautiful high mountain garden near Qingjing Farm in Nantou. Here you can find flowers, fountains, statues, restaurants, and camping accommodations. If you come to Qingjing Farm, you should definitely check this place out. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Nantou? ⛰️ Here are some top travel tips for you: Best time to…

Sun Moon Lake Xiangshan Visitor Center 日月潭向山行政暨遊客中心

Byforeignersintw November 4, 2025November 5, 2025

Sun Moon Lake’s Xiangshan Visitor Center is a beautiful piece of architecture, with great views of Sun Moon Lake. With curves and pools inspired by the lake itself, it is a combination of nature and engineering. Lately, it has become a popular tourist destination for Instagrammers. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Sun Moon Lake? ⛰️…

Ita Thao Old Street 伊達邵老街

Byforeignersintw November 4, 2025November 5, 2025

Ita Thao Old Street (伊達邵老街) is the best place for eating and shopping at Sun Moon Lake. The street includes endless shops and restaurants, with many indigenous Thao themes. At the end of the Old Street, you can find Ita Thao Pier, which includes Ferry rides, SUP and paddle boat experiences, bike rentals, and a…

Ita Thao Wharf 伊達邵碼頭

Byforeignersintw November 4, 2025November 13, 2025

Ita Thao Wharf (aka Ita Thao Pier 伊達邵碼頭) is the best place for water sports and cycling at Sun Moon Lake. Here you can find Ferry rides, SUP and paddle boat experiences, bike rentals, and a bike path that goes to the Statue of Nine Frogs. There is also an Old Street with endless snacks…

Shuishe Dam 水社壩

Byforeignersintw November 4, 2025November 5, 2025

Even though Sun Moon Lake was originally a natural lake, its surface area has been greatly increased by the construction the the Shuishe and Toushe Dams, which were completed in 1934. The Shuishe Dam is now a popular scenic area along the lake, including a bike path and road that runs across it. It is…

Wenwu Temple 文武廟, Discover Sun Moon Lake’s Most Picturesque Temple

Byforeignersintw November 4, 2025December 24, 2025

Wenwu Temple at Sun Moon Lake is one of the most picturesque temples in Taiwan. It has some of the best views of Sun Moon Lake, especially from behind the temple with Sun Moon Lake in the background. This place is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Nantou. 🛥️ Planning your trip…

Ci En Pagoda 慈恩塔, Enjoy the Best Views of Sun Moon Lake

Byforeignersintw November 3, 2025December 24, 2025

Cien Pagoda is an iconic landmark at Sun Moon Lake that provides amazing views of the surrounding area. The pagoda is just a short hike from the main road. It is a must-see destination for anyone who is coming to Sun Moon Lake. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Sun Moon Lake? ⛰️ Here are some…

Statue of Nine Frogs 九蛙疊像

Byforeignersintw November 3, 2025November 5, 2025

The Statue of Nine Frogs at Sun Moon Lake （aka Nine Frogs Stack or Nine Frog Acrobats) is a water level marker and a popular tourist destination. One can enjoy the lakeside scenery here by walking or cycling to the frogs. It is a must-see destination for anyone who is coming to Sun Moon Lake….

Checheng Railway Station and Old Street 車程車站及老街

Byforeignersintw November 1, 2025November 1, 2025

Checheng is the last stop along the Jiji Railway Line in Nantou, and includes a large old street and shopping area, including restored historical Japanese buildings, hearkening back to the historical importance of the town as a logging hub. Here you can find museums, snacks, and beautiful scenery. It is definitely worth a stop. 🛥️…

Sun-Link-Sea (Shanlinxi) 杉林溪, Discover Taiwan’s Amazing Forest Resort

Byforeignersintw October 31, 2025December 24, 2025

Sun-Link-Sea (aka Shanlinxi or Sun-Link-Sea Forest Ecological Resort (杉林溪森林生態渡假園區) is an amazing forest wonderland in the high mountains of Nantou County near Alishan. Here you can find one of Taiwan’s most beautiful waterfalls that flows over a giant cave. You can also wander through beautiful forests and gardens here and enjoy nature at a high…

Aowanda 奧萬大, Explore Taiwan’s High Mountain Forest Wonderland

Byforeignersintw October 31, 2025December 24, 2025

Aowanda (aka Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area) was an ancient hunting ground for the Atayal Tribe and was an area for Japanese hydroelectric power development. Now it has been converted into a nature preserve with an easy hiking trail for the public to enjoy, and is now famous for its maple trees and cherry blossoms….

Maolin Butterfly Season Guide 茂林賞蝶指南

Byforeignersintw October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Maolin is one of only two overwintering butterfly valleys in the world, and has been named as Taiwan’s only three-star site mentioned by the Michelin Green Guide. In this guide, we will tell you where and when you can see butterflies here, what to expect, and a list of commonly seen butterflies. 🏯 Planning your…

Wushe Reservoir 霧社水庫

Byforeignersintw October 27, 2025November 5, 2025

Wushe Reservoir, also known as Wanda Reservoir or Bihu, is formed by the Wushe Dam along the Wushe Creek in Ren’ai Township of Nantou County. The main function of the reservoir is to provide hydroelectric power. The area is a beautiful scenic location that is well worth a visit. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Nantou?…

Wushe Incident Memorial Park 霧社事件紀念公園

Byforeignersintw October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Wushe Incident (aka Mushe Incident or Wushe Rebellion) was one of the largest uprisings against the Japanese during their colonial control over Taiwan, as well as one of the last major uprisings. As part of the rebellion, 134 Japanese were killed, and 354 Seediq Indigenous people were killed in retaliation, which all took place…

Chuping Archaeological Site 曲冰考古遺址

Byforeignersintw October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

Chuping Archaeological Site is the only well-preserved highland prehistoric village site on the island of Taiwan. Although the site is now just an empty field, you can still see the artifacts that are stored at the Museum of History and Philology at Academia Sinica. In this blog, we will explore the physical site as well…

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Xitou Monster Village 溪頭妖怪村

Byforeignersintw September 18, 2025September 19, 2025

Xitou Monster Village is a Japanese monster-folklore-themed village in the mountains of Nantou, in front of Xitou Nature Education Area. Here you can find lots of restaurants, hotels, and Japanese monster-themed structures. It is almost like a trip to Japan without leaving Taiwan. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Nantou? ⛰️ Here are some top travel…

Ruifang Bat Cave 瑞芳蝙蝠洞, Formerly the Largest Bat Cave in East Asia

Byforeignersintw September 18, 2025December 24, 2025

Bat Cave (Bianfudong) is a large cave along the northern coast in Ruifang District of New Taipei. It was once the largest breeding spot for bats in East Asia. We did not see bats or Batman here; however, it is still a cool spot to visit along the north coast. Nearby are also great spots…

Lushan Hot Springs 廬山溫泉, Discover Taiwan’s Post-Apocalyptic Wonderland

Byforeignersintw September 17, 2025December 24, 2025

Lushan was definitely one of the coolest places I have ever visited in Taiwan. It has nature, bridges, rivers, hot springs, food, an old street, aboriginal culture, an abandoned ghost town, and proof of nature’s destructive forces at work. Lushan Hot Spring Area is so interesting and awesome. Because it has officially been evacuated per…

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

Byforeignersintw November 7, 2024December 24, 2025

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

Byforeignersintw November 6, 2024December 24, 2025

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

Byforeignersintw November 5, 2024December 24, 2025

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…

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Remembering Typhoon Kong-Rey (2024) 紀念康芮颱風

Byforeignersintw November 1, 2024March 4, 2025

Typhoon Kong-Rey was the largest storm to hit Taiwan since 1996, the first Typhoon to make landfall in late October, and the third Typhoon to make landfall in Taiwan in 2024. Its landfall marked the first time in 16 years that three Typhoons have made landfall in Taiwan during one Typhoon season. So far it…