By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team | Photos by the Tourism Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications
Taiwan’s railway charm is filled with nostalgia and retro vibes. Coupled with its geographical setting of being surrounded by seas and mountain ranges, train rides here offer picturesque and beautiful scenery. The Neiwan Line in Hsinchu, stretching approximately 28 kilometers, is one of the most beloved routes, brimming with a rustic feel and countryside ambiance. The Neiwan Scenic Area enjoys a pleasant climate, surrounded by rolling hills, with the Youluo Stream running through it—each attraction feels like a scene from a nostalgic movie. Below, we’ve selected a variety of worthwhile spots from three stations: Zhudong, Neiwan, and Hexing, perfect for an unforgettable rural railway journey.
The Neiwan Line in Hsinchu is full of rustic charm and countryside vibes.
Zhudong Station
Zhudong Station is a second-class station, the highest-ranked among all branch line stations of Taiwan Railways, and also the largest station on the Neiwan Line. It features the Zhudong Anime Park, which combines history, culture, anime creativity, and lifestyle entertainment, as well as Taiwan’s largest Hakka traditional market and numerous Hakka street foods.
Recommended Attractions:
Zhudong Anime Park
Zhudong Market
Ma Egg
Yelanxiang
Vintage Sugarcane Juice
Hakka Snacks
PaPaYard Papaya Milk
Zhudong Anime Park
Zhudong Market
Ma Egg
Yelanxiang
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