By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
Hualien not only has endless breathtaking landscapes, but also many scenes filled with European charm. Below are five highly European-style attractions that not only feature exotic architectural designs but also offer magnificent scenery, making them ideal havens away from the noise, perfect for photography and light travel.
Hualien Shoufeng Township Shuhu Village Fairy Tale House (Photo provided by molly888666)
1. Mr. Sam Soaring in the wind – Fairy Tale House
This fairy-tale-inspired house is located in Shuhu Village, Shoufeng Township, Hualien. It can be spotted along Provincial Highway 9 at around the 226.5 km mark. With its irregular shape and color scheme, it looks as if it jumped out of a funhouse mirror, standing out prominently amidst the valley.
Location: 226.5 km mark on Provincial Highway 9, Shoufeng Township, Hualien
※ Not yet open; currently under renovation and construction
Fairy Tale House lit up at night (Photo by Mr. Sam Soaring in the wind)
2. Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel – Taiwan’s Neuschwanstein Castle
Located in Hualien, the Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel is surrounded by Taiwan yellowhorn trees along Hot Spring Road that have turned golden. Paired with its European-style castle exterior, the scenery resembles a European landscape painting. The interplay of gold and red leaves creates a strong autumn atmosphere. Coupled with the fairytale-like castle architecture, this dreamy spot attracts many tourists and photography enthusiasts, becoming a new hot spot for photos.
Address: No. 368, Section 2, Hot Spring Road, Ruisui Township, Hualien County
Ruisui Spring International Tourist Hotel, resembling Taiwan’s version of Neuschwanstein Castle (Photo provided by Huang Zhe)
3. Hanami Happiness Manor – A Taste of Southern France
Nestled within a forest of metasequoia trees, Hanami Happiness Manor features a mushroom house reminiscent of the Smurfs, embodying the essence of a Southern French countryside retreat. This building boasts a striking bright yellow exterior, with thoughtfully designed interiors, including floral wallpaper and bedding, all contributing to a romantic ambiance.
The red mushroom house stands out vividly and adorably against the blue sky and white clouds (Photo / Hanami Happiness Manor - Hualien Homestay)
The main building of Hanami Happiness features a Southern French style, with its cheerful yellow exterior being particularly endearing (Photo / Hanami Happiness Manor - Hualien Homestay)
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