Hidden cinematic filming locations that take your breath away – Taiwan’s top five breathtaking scenic spots

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

In addition to Hollywood blockbusters filming in Taiwan, the island is also home to many moving domestic films, whose scenes leave a deep impression and often linger in the mind. Below is a list of Taiwan’s top five filming locations. These spots are not only beautiful but also take on a unique charm under the lens of cinema. Visitors might want to plan a movie location tour to relive and personally experience those touching moments.

1. Our Times – Muzha Park
Our Times sparked a wave of enthusiasm for domestic films. The youthful campus story in the movie evoked sweet memories in the hearts of many fans. The most iconic park scene was filmed at Muzha Park in Taipei. In addition to a romantic skating rink, fireflies can be spotted here every summer, making it feel like an urban jungle.

2. Cape No. 7 – Baisha Bay
The once immensely popular Cape No. 7 features a scene where the male and female leads embrace, which has become a classic for many fans. This scene was shot at Baisha Bay in Kenting. With its pristine, fine white sands, this tranquil and picturesque small bay is suitable for swimming, diving, sailing, and other marine recreational activities all year round.

3. The Great Buddha + Plus – Kouhu, Yunlin
The domestic film The Great Buddha + Plus, which returned with honors from the Toronto International Film Festival, also garnered significant attention at the Busan Film Festival. The film’s unique shooting style has made its scenes popular spots to share online. Kouhu Township in Yunlin is one of the poorest areas in the county. Due to its coastal location and low-lying terrain, seawater intrusion has caused ongoing land loss and salinization. At a glance, red-brick houses submerged in water create one of the most fantastical rural landscapes in Taiwan, lending an absurd backdrop to the funeral scene of the character Belly Wealth.