23 Most Beautiful And Unique Tourist Places In Taiwan | How To Reach | Best Time To Visit

Taiwan is a bright tourism spot, which is a perfect mix of the modern and traditional world. It is a country that boasts of beautiful scenery, rich culture and hospitality thus attracting the attention of international visitors. The busy capital is Taipei which has some of the historic landmarks such as Taipei 101 and the national palace museum.

Taroko Gorge, the Sun Moon Lake, and the misty mountain of Alishan are ideal destinations that can be explored by nature lovers and they can do hiking and sightseeing. Taiwan also has night markets including Shilin and Raohe which are a food heaven in terms of the concentration of street food and local delicacies. Hot springs, picturesque beaches, and ancient temples are the other attractions in the island.

Taiwan is hassle free to travel and offers a friendly place to stay due to its excellent transportation and a secure environment. It is a special place to explore Taiwanese culture and adventure because of such festivals as Lantern Festival and Dragon Boat Festival.

Here’s a list of top tourist places in Taiwan and how to reach them :

1. Taipei

Main Attractions :

Taipei 101

Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall

National Palace Museum

Jiufen Old Street (New Taipei City)

How to Reach : Taipei Is the entry point to Taiwan.Taipei is well connected to different destination in city by MRT( Metro Train).

To reach Taipei 101or World Trade Centre Station take MRT Red Line.

Take Red or Green Line for Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall Station.

Take MRT to Shilin Station and then take a Bus to reach the Museum.

Go by train to Ruifang Station then take a bus or taxi to Jiufen.

2. Hualien

Main Attractions :

Taroko Gorge

Marble Canyon

Trails

Waterfalls

How to Reach : Regular trains are available from Taipei to Hualien Station then take a Bus or Taxi to reach Taroko.

3. Sun Moon Lake (Nantou County)

Main Attractions :

How to Reach : From Taichung direct Buses are available to Sun Moon lake.

4. Kenting National Park (Pingtung)

Main Attractions :

A Tropical Coastal Park

Beaches

Coral Reefs

How to Reach : Take a High Speed train to Zuoying (Kaohsiung) from Taipei and from there take a Bus to Kenting National Park.

5. Changhua

Main Attractions :

Lukang Old Street

Old Temples

Crafts

How to Reach : Trains from major cities to Changua station are available then take a Bus or Taxi to reach Lukang.

6. Penghu Islands

Main Attractions :

Islands

Beaches

Temples

Unique Basalt Landscapes

How to Reach : Domestic flights are available from the Taipei or Kaohsiung to Magong Airport in Penghu Island.

7. Chiayi County

Main Attractions :

Alishan

Sunrise Views

Cherry Blossoms

Forest Railway

How to Reach : Trains are available to Chiayi station from major cities and from there you can take Forest Railway or Bus to Alishan.

Best Time To Visit

October to April

October to November (Autumn) : During this time the temperature is comfortable ranging in between 18°C to 25°C and clear Skes with pleasant atmosphere. This is great for sightseeing, hiking and enjoying outdoor festivals.

December to February (Winter ) : The temperature during this period is in between 15°C to 20°C which is mild and cool in north and at the same time South remains warmer and Sunny which is perfect or beach visit. Tourist can enjoy snow view at the top of mountains like a Hehuanshan.

March to April (Spring) : This is blooming season during the time Cherry Blossoms make the nature beautiful because weather is somewhat warm which is best for nature lovers to visit places like national

park and tea plantation.

Main Festivals :

1. Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year)

Significance : This festival is the most important festival in Taiwan which occurs during late January or February. During this festival families gather together, exchange Red Envelopes and enjoy the traditional feast.

2. Lantern Festival

Significance : This festival is celebrated on the 15th day of lunar new year. In Taiwan festival is called as Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival. In this festival thousands of lanterns are released in to the night sky.

3. Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu Festival)

Significance : This festival is celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month which is usually in the June. In this festival sticky rice dumpling called Zongzi is eaten and Dragon Boat Races are performed.

4. Mid Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)

Significance : This festival is celebrated on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month probably September or October. Family are reunite together and admiring the full moon and enjoy Moon Cakes and Barbecues.