By / Scenic Spots Home Compilation
Good holiday times always make you want to take the family, your partner, or the kids out for a walk. And Western Taiwan’s great mountains, waters, and food are perfect for escaping the city and embracing nature with your whole family. Take advantage of the Double Ten holiday to plan a getaway and explore the west coast.
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The beautiful scenery of Wugu Retarding Basin is unforgettable. (Photo / j.wei___)
Wugu Retarding Basin in Yunlin has been hailed by netizens as Taiwan’s second Sun Moon Lake. It boasts breathtaking lake views that rival those of Sun Moon Lake, with serene waters and tranquil surroundings that captivate visitors. Originally a severely subsided area in Kouhu Township, Yunlin, abandoned farmland was transformed into a retarding basin, solving flooding issues and creating a stunning lakeside attraction.
Address: Kouhu Township, Yunlin County
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Neishe River Iron Bridge. (Photo / Ministry of Culture)
In Sanyi, Miaoli, there is a wealth of heritage from the old mountain railway line. Attractions such as Shengxing Station, Longteng Broken Bridge, Neishe River Bridge, and the continuous tunnel system offer charming natural scenery and a nostalgic atmosphere. You can even experience a railway bicycle ride on the old tracks while enjoying the surrounding natural beauty.
Address: No. 89, Shengxing Village, Sanyi Township, Miaoli County
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A first-line lakeside view at Liyu Lake offers endless beauty where water meets sky. (Photo / duddy10759)
Yunjun Lake French Restaurant & Homestay, spanning a thousand square meters, was originally a private vacation space right by Liyu Lake. Valuing nature and environmental protection, it preserved the area’s natural scenery without disrupting the ecosystem, allowing the venue to enjoy abundant mountain-water ecology due to its excellent location.
Address: No. 70-2, Xinkai Village, Dahu Township, Miaoli County
Phone: 03-7951007
Hours: 11:00 to 19:00
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The century-old Huwei Iron Bridge is beloved by photography enthusiasts. (Photo / sartuichi)
Huwei Sugar Factory Iron Bridge is a designated historic site in Yunlin County. Originally built to support the development of the sugar factory, it evolved from a bamboo structure to a wooden bridge, and then to the current Huwei Iron Bridge. Designed with three sections of steel trusses at varying heights and ten large hollow arch bridge piers, the structure creates a striking visual with its open-lattice design—perfect for impressive photos.
Address: Huwei Town, Yunlin County
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