By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
The Houyuan backyard in Miaoli's Toufen boasts rich forest landscapes, with scenery that rivals the seaside beauty of Cape Good Hope and the mountain-town charm of Nanzhuang. Tucked away in Toufen, the private garden "Pinyuan" not only features Kyoto-style garden landscaping but also European-style mansions and an aviary. The owner believes that sharing joy is better than enjoying it alone, so they have opened up their 7,000-ping beautiful space for visitors to stroll and enjoy for free.
Pinyuan’s Kyoto-inspired Japanese garden (Photo by jeanlin2047)
Pinyuan’s beautiful estate (Photo by jeanlin2047)
Pinyuan is the residential estate of a businessman, covering nearly 10,000 ping. Aside from the over 1,000 ping where he lives, the remaining 7,000+ ping area is open for visitors to explore for free. The owner noticed how dangerous it was for residents to exercise by the roadside, so they built this estate to provide a safe space for everyone. Unlike typical luxury homes, the entrance proudly displays a sign welcoming visitors.
Pinyuan (Photo by jeanlin2047)
In addition to the Japanese garden and aviary, the estate features pavilions, walking paths, and resting benches, making it comparable to an ecological park. This private garden is open to the public, and visitors are encouraged to help maintain its quality by not littering or damaging plants and wildlife.
Pinyuan (Photo by jeanlin2047)
【Info】
Pinyuan — A Beautiful Garden
Address: No. 20, Lane 3, Shuangxi St., Toufen, Miaoli County
Taiwan’s version of Rikugien Garden — a Japanese landscape farm with limited-time free entry
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