Second to Kyoto’s Arashiyama in seconds ！ Taiwan’s top four must-visit bamboo forest secrets

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Compiled Report
 
In recent years, more and more Taiwanese have been traveling to Japan, and the spectacular tunnel-like bamboo sea of Kyoto’s Arashiyama has become a popular attraction. Strolling through it feels like a martial arts scene from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. But actually, you don’t need to fly to Japan — Taiwan also has many bamboo forest secrets where everyone can experience that atmosphere.

1. Chiayi RuiLi Green Tunnel
RuiLi preserves beautiful pristine natural scenery, without excessive human development. Its unpolluted environment nurtures rich flora and fauna. Walking through ancient trails and misty bamboo forests feels like stepping into the movie scenes of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon; accompanied by the gentle breeze carrying the aroma of tea, it fills one with pure delight.

2. Miaoli WugaYan Bamboo Forest Tunnel
Hidden among the mountains of Tai’an Township in Miaoli, there is a bamboo forest trail only as wide as a single car. Here, you can feel the charm of Chinese landscape artistry and the serene beauty of Arashiyama’s quiet valleys. Positioned above the bamboo trail, not only are there gleaming sunlight and ever-changing sea of clouds, but the night’s glassy night view also showcases the luxurious beauty of nature — definitely worth a visit.

3. Nantou Deer Valley Mengzong Bamboo Forest Ancient Battlefield
Located in XiaoBanTian, Lugu, Nantou, due to the higher terrain, early residents had difficulty accessing water. It wasn’t until the Japanese colonial period that canals were manually dug and bridges built, forming the ChangYuanZhen system to solve the water issue. The clear waters of the canal are lush and green. Stepping onto the ChangYuanZhen Ancient Path is like entering the scenes of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Along the trail, stairs lead to the “Mengzong Bamboo Forest Ancient Battlefield” of the LinShuangWen Battle, full of historical mystery.

4. Yunlin Gukeng Five Yuan Two Jiao Pavilion
Yunlin’s Gukeng Five Yuan Two Jiao Pavilion is known as Taiwan’s version of Arashiyama and is called by many netizens as an unknown bamboo forest secret spot. Meanwhile, Caoling’s fragrant trails include the Mengzong Bamboo Plank Walk, Jiuxiong Sacred Tree Path, Farm Pond Bamboo Bridge, and Bamboo Charcoal Kiln — all of which are on par with famous attractions like Alishan and Xitou, yet with beautiful scenery and fewer crowds. The tranquil atmosphere is truly immersive.
 
【Info】
1. Chiayi RuiLi Green Tunnel
Address: Meishan Township, Chiayi County
2. Miaoli WugaYan Bamboo Forest Tunnel
Address: No. 63-10, Lane 3, Daxing Village, Tai’an Township, Miaoli County
3. Nantou Deer Valley Mengzong Bamboo Forest Ancient Battlefield
Address: XiaoBanTian Scenic Area, Zhulin Village, Lugu Township, Nantou County
4. Yunlin Gukeng Five Yuan Two Jiao Pavilion
Address: Shipi Community, Caoling Village, Gukeng Township, Yunlin County

 

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