By MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported
With holidays approaching, many people are starting to plan trips to make the most of their time off—whether it's flower viewing, seaside relaxation, hot air balloon rides, gourmet food, or live music… there are all kinds of new travel options. For those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, heading to Taitung City is the best choice.
Hot air balloon passenger free-flight aerial performance. (Photo provided by Taitung Tourism Bureau)
Spring travel in Taitung is full of surprises. The top recommendation for your visit is the hot air balloon experience. From February 10th to 14th, visitors can pay to take a tethered hot air balloon ride at Luye Gaotai every afternoon at 4 PM. Starting from the 10th, you can also book a free-flight hot air balloon tour daily. Soaring above with the breeze, enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of the beautiful Taitung Valley, making your New Year holiday truly memorable right from the morning hot air balloon ride. Flower enthusiasts will also be delighted, as various spring flower fields such as the Zhiben Dongyou Season Flower Sea, Guanshan Flower Sea, Chishang Flower Sea, and even the coastal Chenggong Flower Sea will bloom one after another during the Spring Festival period.
Flowers are in full bloom across eastern Taiwan. (Image source / Taitung Just Play Amazing Taitung - Taitung County Tourism and Travel Bureau)
After enjoying outdoor activities, you can also explore cultural and artistic spots in Taitung, such as the Amis Folk Center, Sanxiantai Recreation Area, Moonlight Small Inn, Marine Environment Classroom, National Museum of Prehistory, and Taitung Art Museum, where you can admire local art exhibits and enjoy wonderful song and dance performances. Or head to Changbin Station for a relaxing foot massage to unwind and release the stresses of the year.
Chishang Hakka Cultural Park. (Photo provided by Taitung Tourism Bureau)
Sanxiantai. (Image source / Taiwan Tourism Bureau)
From day to night, Taitung gets even more beautiful after dark. Iconic nighttime landmarks and the Tieshua New Settlement’s painted hot air balloons will remain lit during the Spring Festival, not only brightening up Taitung’s nights but also immersing everyone in a romantic sea of lights and gentle breezes.
Taitung Art Museum. (Photo provided by Taitung Tourism Bureau)
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