By Chen Guanxin, MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network, compiled and reported
With the bustling Yunlin Agricultural Exposition underway, visiting Yunlin during the Year of the Horse is even more exciting. The Yunlin County Government has collaborated with MOOK Moleskine Publishing to compile over 160 insider tips on local eats, shopping, and entertainment in every corner of Yunlin, ensuring visitors have a delightful, delicious, and memorable time during the Lunar New Year. The Yunlin County Government specially held a press conference for the new travel guidebook "Yunlin Golden Tourism King," where Yunlin County Magistrate Su Chih-fen led the promotion, recommending all the wonderful experiences Yunlin has to offer to everyone in Taipei.
Yunlin County Government launches the travel guidebook "Yunlin Golden Tourism King," helping visitors explore the region in depth. (Photo provided by Yunlin County Government)
Yunlin County Magistrate Su Chih-fen noted that Yunlin is often seen as remote and underdeveloped, but in reality, it boasts fertile land and abundant agricultural specialties. Particularly, its rice, sweet potatoes, peanuts, and various vegetables rank first in Taiwan’s production. Other products like garlic, pickled vegetables, clams, Taiwanese tilapia, and Xiluo soy sauce also hold top positions. Countless scenic spots and endless delicacies await visitors eager to explore.
Yang Weiren, a travel expert who delved deep into Yunlin, also mentioned that participating in creating this guidebook allowed for an even more in-depth exploration of the region. The most memorable and touching part of the interviews wasn’t just the rich agricultural offerings, but also the profound warmth of the locals, which left a lasting impression. On several occasions when he got lost in small alleys, locals proactively offered to help find the way, even gathering friends to guide him to hidden gems. Beyond the beautiful scenery, the "human touch" is the most stunning view in Yunlin.
"Yunlin Golden Tourism King" compiles information on 160 must-visit attractions, foods, and souvenirs. (Photo provided by Yunlin County Government)
Following the travel guidebook "Yunlin Golden Tourism King," you can explore the deepest essence of Yunlin. The first stop in Yunlin, Douliu, must include a visit to Taiping Street. Huwei is the hometown of the legendary hero Shi Yanwen from "The Scholar Swordsman of Yuzhou," making it a sacred site for puppetry fans. The Xiluo Old Street, Xiluo soy sauce, Xiluo rice, and the Xiluo Seven... are all captivating. The enduring incense at Beigang Mazu Temple has thrived for three centuries, while the western coastal line offers the most romantic bike rides amid sunset views over oyster fields. Gukeng coffee and Caoling’s natural landscapes immerse you in nature’s embrace, and every spring, the Purple Butterfly Valley in Linnei becomes an internationally renowned butterfly-watching spot... Numerous rich and fascinating attractions in Yunlin await your discovery during the Lunar New Year holiday or weekend getaways.
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