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Pingxi District is located in New Taipei City, boasting rich landscapes of mountains and streams. The annual Lantern Festival’s sky lantern release is a renowned celebration known both domestically and abroad. Pingxi is also one of the must-visit destinations that many Japanese and Korean tourists specifically include on their Taiwan travel itineraries. Take a weekend trip to Sanxia with your family!
Xiaozishan Mountain in Pingxi is popular among netizens for its nearly 90-degree stone stairway. (Photo / New Taipei City-)
Located in Pingxi, Xiaozishan features a near-vertical stone stairway that has drawn numerous travelers for hiking. Viral online, it’s hailed as an exhilarating adventure akin to overseas experiences—highly recommended for all travelers seeking this hidden Taiwanese gem.
Location: No. 24, Shidi Street, Pingxi District, New Taipei City
Wanggu Station. (Photo / yushun_0525)
Wanggu Station is the most mysterious train station on the Pingxi Line. Most visitors stop at Shenmu, Pingxi, and Jingting stations, while Wanggu sees fewer guests. Since photos taken here by netizens and photography enthusiasts resembling Studio Ghibli scenes went viral, it has become a sought-after filming spot.
Address: Pingxi District, New Taipei City
Lingjiaoliao Hiking Trail. (Photo / New Taipei City-)
The Lingjiaoliao Mountain hiking trail showcases diverse natural vegetation such as acacia, camellia, and Ophiorrhiza. Along the way, you’ll pass by the “Three Treasures of Lingjiao” (Tsai Family Western-style House, Wanggu Waterfall, and Lingjiaoliao Ancient Bridge), where you can get up close to the beauty of Wanggu Waterfall—making it one of the rare urban hidden paradise spots.
Address: No. 226, Wanggu Li, Pingxi District, New Taipei City
Lingjiao Station. (Photo / New Taipei City-)
Lingjiao Station features a beautiful bay-shaped platform, which has served as a filming location for many dramas. It’s home to various historical sites including coal transport facilities, a Japanese-era mining dormitory museum, and the Tsai Family Western-style House, all exuding a strong historical charm. Additionally, the Lingjiaoliao Hiking Trail offers a chance to enjoy rich natural ecological scenery.
Address: Pingxi District, New Taipei City
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