Can't put your phone or camera down — 5 fairy-tale worthy photo spots in Miaoli

Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Visiting Miaoli isn’t just about experiencing Hakka culture; there are also plenty of fairy-tale-like attractions to explore. Here are five fairy-tale style spots in Miaoli, including forest estates in mountain towns, cryptomeria secret gardens, and castle architecture. Not only are they incredibly photogenic, but they’re also perfect for weekend getaways and relaxation.

1. Sud Vista Suvela Manor
Nestled against the mountains in Nanzhuang, Suvela Manor is a popular scenic restaurant that resembles a romantic garden embraced by forested hills. With its expansive mountain views and fairy-tale wooden architecture, it attracts many visitors.

Suvela Manor has also built Taiwan’s longest terrazzo forest slide, featuring one pink and one blue slide, both 75 meters long. It became an instant new highlight upon opening.

Address: No. 92, Siwan, Tienmei Village, Nanzhuang Township, Miaoli County, 16th Neighborhood (Turn right at 7.6 km on County Highway 124B)

2. Yunshui Holiday Forest
Voted by netizens as one of the top ten cryptomeria secret spots, Yunshui Holiday Forest turns crimson in winter when its vast forest of cryptomeria trees changes color, resembling a miniature version of the scenic Xiaoyunshan area. Covering nearly 5 hectares, the site was formerly the Dongjiang Hot Spring Leisure Garden and has been renovated into a resort suitable for family outings.

Yunshui is a multifunctional holiday estate surrounded by mountains and bordered by the Donghe River. With its beautiful environment and fresh air, the estate features expansive lawns and gardens, as well as a picturesque cryptomeria lake. Different seasonal flowers can be enjoyed throughout the year.

Address: No. 31-3, Dongjiang, 3rd Neighborhood, Nanzhang Village, Miaoli County