The most stunning New Year’s Eve fireworks can be seen here – A lazy guide to Taiwan’s hidden spots

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

New Year’s Eve fireworks displays across Taiwan include Taipei 101, Miramar, Janfusun Fancyworld, Sun Moon Lake, and E-DA World. If you want to catch the spectacular fireworks without the crowds, here’s a list of four lesser-known spots for each major show — not only can you enjoy clear views of the fireworks, but also take in the beautiful night scenery.

1. Taipei 101 Fireworks Show
The Taipei 101 New Year’s Eve fireworks display lasts a total of 360 seconds, making it the longest in history, featuring 16,000 fireworks.
 
Best fireworks viewing spots: Taipei City Hall Plaza, Rainbow Riverside Park, Elephant Mountain Trail, National Father Memorial Hall, 44 South Village, Riverside Park, Bi-Shan Rock in Neihu, Xin’an Street Park, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, the intersection of Zhuangjing Road and Songping Road, and the park at the intersection of Songping Road and Songzhi Road

2. Miramar Fireworks Show

This year, Miramar presents a romantic 299-second starry sky fireworks show, turning the night sky above the Ferris wheel into a sparkling constellation.
 
Best fireworks viewing spots: the platform under the Ferris wheel, Dajia Riverside Park, Riverside Park, Dazhi Jiushan Mountain, and Dazhi Bridge
 

3. Janfusun Fancyworld Fireworks Show

On New Year’s Eve, the countdown fireworks feature “Ferris Wheel Cabin Fireworks,” with 11,111 fireworks launched over 11 minutes and 11 seconds — aiming to break the single’s curse with the charm of fireworks.
 
Best fireworks viewing spots: Janfusun Fancyworld theme park, along the county road behind the park, the intersection with National Freeway No. 3, and Huashan Café

4. E-DA World Double Fireworks Shows