Taichung Metropolitan Park is located at the border of Xitun District and Shalu District in Taichung City, near the highest point of the Dajia Plateau. Covering an area of 88 hectares, it was planned by the Ministry of the Interior's Construction and Planning Agency under Taiwan's Urban Regional Leisure Facilities Development Program and opened in 2000. The design concept of Taichung Metropolitan Park is positioned as a "metropolitan forest"...
Located in Beitun District, Taichung City, Dakeng Scenic Area is often referred to as the “Yangmingshan of Taichung” and the “Back Garden of Taichung.” Covering a total area of 3,300 hectares with altitudes ranging from 112 to 860 meters, it boasts rich natural ecology, hot spring bathing, and convenient transportation. It is one of the top ten most popular tourist attractions in Taichung and is quite popular among…
Dongshan Amusement Park is located in the Dakeng Scenic Area of Taichung City. It is the only amusement park in Beitun District, Taichung, and the only amusement area in Taiwan that features SPA facilities. Themed around the landscapes of Guilin and Yangshuo in mainland China, the park boasts picturesque scenery along with a wide range of entertainment, leisure, and wellness amenities — making it a perfect destination for family outings.
Heart’s Garden is located within the Taichung Golf Course on Beikeng Lane in Beitun District, Taichung City. It is a leisure resort that feels like a hidden paradise, also renowned as one of Taiwan’s best venues for weddings. The garden is divided into two main areas: the Celebration Zone and the Dating Zone. The Celebration Zone is primarily used for outdoor wedding services, and...
On September 21, 1999, at 1:47 a.m., a powerful earthquake measuring 7.3 on the Richter scale struck central Taiwan, causing one of the most devastating earthquakes in terms of casualties and property damage in Taiwan in nearly a century. To remind the public of the importance of earthquake awareness and disaster relief measures, the government and scholars selected a site related to the earthquake...
Guguan is located at the western end of the Dajia River Canyon, at an elevation of about 800 meters. The cliffs on either side exude the imposing aura of the “First Barrier of the Central Cross-Island Highway,” making it a veritable outpost on the journey from western Taiwan to Hualien. Suspension bridges span the Dajia River, retaining a hint of mountain-town charm in this bustling hub. Guguan is famous for its hot springs, with sources scattered widely along the Dajia River…
Taichung Zhongshan Park is located in the city center of Taichung, situated between Park Road and Section 2 of Free Road. The park is lush with flowers and trees, shaded by old trees, and serves as a major venue for sports and leisure activities for the residents of Taichung. The layout of the park is excellent—just pass through the main gate, walk around the garden flower beds, and you’ll come across an artificial lake with the stately Zhongzheng Pavilion standing in the middle. The crimson reflections float on the water…
Zhaixing Manor is located in Tanzi Township, Taichung County. Recognized as a county-level historical site, it spans over 2,500 pyeong (approximately 8,200 square meters) and boasts a history of 130 years. Once hailed as the foremost among Taiwan’s top ten traditional residences, the manor showcases the exquisite beauty of Chinese residential craftsmanship through its vibrant paintings, clay sculptures, wood carvings, and koji ceramics. Constructed with earthen materials, Zhaixing Manor took six years to complete...
Located in Wujhih Township, Taichung County, Wujhih was historically known as "Bamboo Raft Cave" because most residents made their living through fishing, hence it was also called "Netting Hut." Furthermore, due to its location at the western foot of Aofeng Mountain, it was also referred to as "Aoxi." During the 17th year of the Guangxu reign in the Qing Dynasty, local gentry gathered to discuss renaming the place, adopting the symbolic meaning that “a phoenix does not roost except on the tung tree, does not drink unless the water is sweet, and does not eat unless it is bamboo fruit…”
Also known as Yizhong Street Business District or Taichung Yizhong Business District. Located in North District, Taichung City, it encompasses Sanmin Road, Yizhong Street, Taiping Road, Yucail Street and Yucail South & North Roads. Having risen rapidly over the past decade, it has become a gathering spot for high school students in central Taiwan and is a typical large student-oriented commercial area. According to a 2006 survey by National Chung Hsing University, it was selected as Taichung’s…
The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts (TMOA), abbreviated as NTMoFA (also commonly referred to as Taichung Museum of Fine Arts), formerly known as the "Taiwan Provincial Museum of Fine Arts," is one of Taiwan's important art museums and the only public art museum in central Taiwan. The architecture of the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts features natural stone slabs as its primary exterior material, with large sculptures serving as guides. Its diverse...
The Three Generations of Sacred Trees in Alishan are located along the forest trails within the Alishan Forest Recreation Area. Towering ancient trees fill the Alishan forest, and among them is an old tree where new branches have sprouted from a dead trunk, continuing through three generations — a true "three-generation family" among trees. This rare phenomenon makes it one of the most spectacular sights in Alishan’s forest. …
The Koji Pottery Museum is located in the basement of the Chiayi City Cultural Center on Zhongxiao Road in Chiayi City and was officially opened on May 13, 1990. Koji pottery originated from Han green glaze and was deeply influenced by Qing Dynasty export trade ceramics as well as the popularity of low-temperature glazes. From early monochrome, tri-color, and five-color pottery to today’s vibrant multi-colored Koji pottery, Koji pottery belongs to...
Chiayi Park (Zhongshan Park) is located on the eastern side of Chiayi City. Established in the second year of the Xuantong era of the Qing Dynasty (1910), the park features lush woodlands and scattered pavilions. One of the "New Eight Scenic Spots of Chiayi," known as "Park After the Rain," depicts the evergreen scenery of willows and flowers intertwined with gurgling streams. The park also houses an old train from the Alishan Forest Railway, which is considered a "national treasure."
Sisters' Ponds are located in Chukou Village, Fanlu Township, Chiayi County. The water in the ponds is not deep, but it is a calm, emerald green. Occasionally, faint wisps of mountain mist drift across the surface, only to vanish without a trace in an instant, as if spirited away by some underwater sprite, lending an air of mystery. These two small lakes were originally quite unremarkable among the trees...
Wu Feng Temple is located in Shekou Village, Zhongpu Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan, backed by Dakeng Mountain and facing Baxi Stream. Surrounded by towering coconut groves, lush ancient banyans, and dense green shade, the area is serene and pleasant. Upon arriving at Wu Feng Temple, visitors are greeted by a striking three-pillared, swallow-tailed vermilion archway in a vibrant color. The temple is enclosed by short vermilion walls that exude an elegant and simple charm. Exiting the Chiayi Interchange on the highway...
Meishan Park is located in Meishan Township, Chiayi County, covering an area of 6 hectares. The park features a rich variety of plants including plum blossoms, peonies, azaleas, poinsettias, as well as peach and plum trees, all arranged on a significant scale. Its pathways are simple and serene. Built along the mountain terrain, visitors can walk up the cobblestone path to first reach the Caoling Martyrs’ Memorial Monument, which commemorates the 74 soldiers who lost their lives during the construction of Caoling Reservoir in the 40th year of the Republic of China...
Fengshan is a flatland village located in Alishan Township, Chiayi County. Formerly known as Shigupan, it sits at an elevation of 750 meters. The towering Tsu Shan mountain range encircles the area, giving Fengshan a basin-like topography. Numerous streams crisscross the region, and the climate remains cool and pleasant year-round, with stunning and picturesque scenery. …
Culture Road Night Market is one of the famous attractions in Chiayi City, Taiwan. It is located along a roughly 400–500 meter stretch of Culture Road, situated south of the central fountain on Zhongshan Road and north of Cuoyang Road in Chiayi City. It has been selected as one of Taiwan’s Top Ten Night Markets and one of Chiayi’s New Eight Scenic Spots. The night market is divided into three sections: clothing, street food, and fruit stalls, among which...
The Chiayi City Historical Relics Museum is located within Chiayi Park in Chiayi City, Taiwan. The two buildings were originally the Shai-kan (seclusion house) and Shomu-sho (office building) affiliated with the Chiayi Shrine during the Japanese colonial period. Designated as a municipal historic site, the museum was established in 1943. The Shai-kan served as a place for purification and preparation before visiting the shrine, while the Shomu-sho functioned as the administrative office of the shrine...