By MOOK Scenic Spots, compiled and reported
When graduation season arrives and the farewell song plays, the vibrant phoenix flowers also wish students success as they step into the next chapter of life. Join fellow travelers to capture beautiful memories at this secret phoenix flower spot in Miaoli.
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The blooming of phoenix flowers also marks a time of parting. (Photo/tpo5088)
The blooming phoenix flowers resemble a sea of red flames and are hailed as one of the most vibrantly colored trees in the world, with the tall flame trees reaching over 20 meters in height.
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The azure sky and white clouds set against the fiery red phoenix flowers create a picturesque scene. (Photo/tpo5088)
Since phoenix flowers mostly bloom in May, June, and July—the peak graduation season in Taiwan’s schools—they have also become a symbol of this time of year.
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The blazing red phoenix flowers in full bloom. (Photo/tpo5088)
The Miaoli Railway Cultural Exhibition Hall opened in 1999 and displays more than ten retired railway vehicles from Taiwan Railways, Taiwan Sugar Corporation, and the Forestry Bureau.
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The vintage brick-and-tile houses, paired with blooming phoenix flowers, create the most beautiful summer scenery. (Photo/tpo5088)
These vehicles showcase the development of modern railways in Taiwan, with some specially custom-made or assembled to suit Taiwan’s unique terrain. Many are one-of-a-kind models, making them a favorite among railway enthusiasts.
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Phoenix flowers scattered across the ground. (Photo/tpo5088)
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