International student John Doe falls in love with Hehuan Mountain and Guishan Island — his selfie videos praise the heavenly scenery

▲John believes that Taiwanese people don’t need to go abroad, because Taiwan itself has paradise-like scenery. (Photo provided by Shih Hsin University media officer Lin Shuyi)

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“You don’t need to go abroad — Taiwan has scenery that feels like paradise!” John Doe, from El Salvador and currently a freshman in the Department of International Trade at Ming Chuan University, is a recipient of a Taiwan Scholarship. Having been in Taiwan for just over a year, he usually avoids the typical tourist spots and instead prefers hiking Taiwan’s high mountains. Excitedly, John says,“On Hehuan Mountain, you can see star trails, night views, sunrises, silver grass fields, blue skies with white clouds, sunsets, and sea of clouds. If you lie here and look up at the sky, you’d think you’re in heaven.”

▲Whenever he has time, John hikes with a few close friends. (Photo provided by Shih Hsin University media officer Lin Shuyi)

Whenever he’s free on weekends, John meets up with friends to explore various high mountains around Taiwan. He says that if you really want to feel the charm of Taiwan’s landscapes,Hehuan Mountain, Tea Pot Mountain in Jinguashi, and Guishan Islandeach offer their own natural wonders and historical significance. Especially on Hehuan Mountain, you can witness spectacular sights such as star trails, night views, sunrises, silver grass fields, blue skies with white clouds, sunsets, and sea of clouds. Gazing at the sky, it feels like you’re in heaven — definitely worth a visit.

In addition to enjoying Taiwan’s beautiful scenery, traveling also allows you to meet new friends and expand your social circle. John believes that whether it’s the mountain landscapes or the simple warmth of the local people, his travels in Taiwan bring him a sense of spiritual relaxation, grounding, and fulfillment.

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Before coming to Taiwan, John had heard many seniors recommend that if you really want to understand Taiwan, you must do an island-wide loop. Therefore, John has made a wish to embark on a “skateboard loop of Taiwan” when he’s a junior. John laughs and says that by the time he’s a junior, his Chinese will be better than it is now, allowing him to interact more with locals and gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan’s diverse regional cultures.

▲Star trails on Hehuan Mountain. (Photo provided by Shih Hsin University media officer Lin Shuyi)
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