Catch the last wave of tassel tree chasing！Here are 7 hidden “tassel tree wonderlands” across Taiwan to soak in the romance

▲ Yunshui Holiday Forest was a super popular tassel tree spot back in 2017. (Photo／Courtesy of netizeneunice5217_2Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

By Peng Huaiyu／Compiled report

Following the previous craze, 2017’s tassel tree chasing has a brand-new update！ETtoday Travel Cloud rounds up 7 lesser-known tassel tree wonderlands around Taiwan. Seize this once-a-year opportunity to walk into a scene that looks like a European painting.

▲ The emerald-green tassel tree leaves, tinged with gradients of yellow, orange, and red, shimmer against the clear lake water, resembling a European oil painting. (Photo／Courtesy of netizenHuang Chin ChuPlease do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

1. Taipei Indigenous Peoples Park
There’s a tassel tree wonderland right in Taipei！The Indigenous Peoples Park, located opposite the National Palace Museum, is planted with about ten tassel trees. The lush green is accented with hues of yellow, orange, and red, creating a beautiful gradient that showcases the beauty of the season. The rows of trees reflect off the emerald lake, resembling a European oil painting—the view is absolutely enchanting right now.

Indigenous Culture Theme Park
Address: No. 221, Section 2, Zhishan Road, Shilin District, Taipei City (next to the National Palace Museum)

▲ The two rows of tassel trees along the corridor change colors with the seasons. (Photo／Courtesy of netizenchen_chieh97Please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)

2. Hsinchu Xin Xian Forest 
Hsinchu’s Qionglin has a hidden tassel tree wonderland called “Xin Xian Forest,” resembling a European manor scene from a movie. A golden forest of tassel trees is currently at its most beautiful, and there’s also a giant Love sign that’s a favorite for couples to take photos with, plus a pure white piano and a small white chapel in the middle of the water. Stroll through the park and enjoy an incredibly romantic atmosphere.

Xin Xian Forest
Address: No. 23, Dabie’niu, Linyi Village, Qionglin Township, Hsinchu County

▲ There’s a heart-shaped pond at Dalèzhīyě, surrounded by tassel trees, which is very dreamy. (Photo／Perfect Travel NotesCourtesy of netizen, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

3. Dalèzhīyě
Dalèzhīyě is a scenic restaurant located in Guanxi, Hsinchu. Tassel trees surround the heart-shaped pond named Jingchi. The aerial view is super healing. The restaurant specializes in traditional Chinese cuisine, and while dining, you can also stroll through the tassel tree forest to relax. Non-diners are charged a 150 NT cleaning fee.

Dalèzhīyě
Address: No. 15-8, Laoshe Liao, Xin Fu Li, Guanxi Township, Hsinchu County

▲ Nanzhuang Yunshui Holiday Forest is praised as a “mini version of Yunshan Water.” (Photo／Courtesy of netizenchenyunyaPlease do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)

4. Miaoli Nanzhuang Yunshui Holiday Forest
Miaoli Nanzhuang’s “Yunshui Holiday Forest” is hailed as a “mini version of Yunshan Water,” with lake and mountain scenery that has a European vibe. Dense tassel trees stand around the circular lake, along with pastel pink and mint-colored cottages newly built in July. Even though the park isn’t fully completed yet, the elegant scenery still attracts many visitors. The entrance fee is 200 NT per person (with 100 NT redeemable for purchases in the park).

Yunshui Holiday Forest
Address: No. 31-3, Dongjiang, No. 3 Neighborhood, Nanzhuang Village, Nanzhuang Township, Miaoli County

▲The bald cypress trees planted at Yuelaiju Manor are turning from green to red — without being told, you might think you’ve flown abroad. (Photo / netizen contribution, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)_____.yuuuuProvided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

5. Yue Lai Ju Manor in Chiayi
"Yue Lai Ju Manor" is located in Minxiong Township, Chiayi. It features pure white log cabins and a restaurant, and also serves as an outdoor wedding venue. Dozens of bald cypress trees surround the vast grassland. As winter approaches, their leaves have turned from green to red. Without a specific sign indicating the location, you might think you've landed in a foreign country. Even better, the venue allows visitors to enter for free.

Yue Lai Ju Manor
Address: No. 75-3, Linziwei, Xiulin Village, Minxiong Township, Chiayi County

▲Many photography enthusiasts choose to come in the evening to capture the sunset from the bridge. The fiery sky reflects off the lake surface, creating contrasting tones against the surrounding greenery — a dreamy scene that’s hard to look away from. (Photo / netizen contribution, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)long004981Provided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

6. Jingpu Pond in Liujia District, Tainan
Tainan has another free bald cypress viewing spot. Located near "Jingpu Pond" in Liujia District, a whole row of bald cypress trees has been planted next to the Linkou Ranch. Not many people know about this spot. Whether strolling around the lake or standing on the narrow bridge, you can capture the beautiful scenery from different angles. When visiting Tainan, be sure to swing by for a walk and some great photos.

▲Jingpu Pond in Liujia District, Tainan, also features a bald cypress forest. (Photo / netizen contribution, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement)travelin_taiwanProvided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

Jingpu Pond
Location: Beside Linkou Ranch, National Highway 1, Liujia District, Tainan

▲At Songhu Station in Hualien, hundreds of bald cypress trees stand in the pond and on the lake islets, displaying gradient hues that are poetic and picturesque. (Photo / netizen Song Hongyi contribution, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.)Song HongyiProvided, please do not reproduce without permission to avoid copyright infringement.

7. Songhu Station in Hualien
Hualien's "Songhu Station" is a restaurant located next to Provincial Highway 9. Hundreds of bald cypress trees are planted in the pond and on the lake islets. Their shadows cast on the clear lake surface create a dreamlike scene, and there is even a raised walkway in the middle of the lake. To the east, you can see the Coastal Mountains; to the west, the Central Mountain Range. The tree scenery, lake view, and mountain panorama form a rare, oil-painting-like view before your eyes.

Songhu Station
Address: No. 15, Section 5, Jifeng Road, Ji’an Township, Hualien City