By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
Escaping the chilly weather and embracing the warm, bright spring and summer seasons, more and more people have fallen in love with weekend outings centered around group picnics — those afternoons spent with a few close friends, enjoying nothing but the simplicity of grass, music, delicious food, and casual chats, all unfolding at a wonderfully unhurried pace. Below is a list of Taiwan’s top 10 most popular picnic spots. In addition to easily accessible Huashan 1914 Creative Park, there’s also the outdoor feel of Qingshuiyan’s vast grasslands. Be sure to jot these places down, make the most of the fine weather, and gather your friends for an outing in nature!
Picnicking on green grass and enjoying quality time chatting with good friends. (Photo source / centralpark)
● Yangmingshan Qingshuiyan Grassland
In addition to soaking in hot springs and picking calla lilies, Yangmingshan also offers vast stretches of lush green lawns — the perfect setting for a picnic with friends, making it an ideal choice for a springtime outing.
Qingshuiyan’s emerald green fields offer a simple, unspoiled connection with nature. (Photo source / Taiwan Tourism Bureau)
● Taipei Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Located right in the heart of Taipei, Huashan 1914 Creative Park is not only convenient to reach, but the fun creative markets and food exhibitions around its large lawn also add even more richness to your picnic experience.
Huashan 1914 Creative Park is easily accessible and has become a popular springtime destination for many Taipei residents. (Photography / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Liao Qiyu)
● Taitung Railway Art Village
The laid-back pace is one of the reasons many travelers are drawn to Taitung. What could be more enjoyable than a leisurely summer picnic on a wide-open grassy field? Besides picnicking, visitors to the Railway Village can also admire the charm of old train stations, platforms, engine sheds, triangular loop lines, turntables, and freight warehouses.
Taitung Railway Art Village often hosts live music performances and markets. (Photo source / Taitung Tourism Bureau)
● New Taipei 435 Art ZoneCultural and Artistic Special Zone
In the 435 Art Zone, aside from the soothing expanse of green that’s simply intoxicating, you can also stroll along paths of small white pebbles while admiring fountains, explore various art exhibition halls to view masterpieces, or occasionally catch a performance in the grand theater. Whether it’s the beauty of night-time lights or the lush green hues of early morning, both are equally breathtaking.
The green lawns of the 435 Art Zone offer wide, open views and a comfortable atmosphere. (Photo source / 435 Picnic Music Festival)
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