Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Team, compiled and reported
The transitional season between summer and autumn, neither too cold nor too hot, is the perfect time for a trip. Just a 40-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of Taipei, nestled among the mountains of New Taipei City’s Sanxia District, lies the pleasantly cool and comfortable Xiongkong Tea Garden. As you arrive, lush tea terraces nestled below the mountain ridges come into view, along with the deep blue sky and fresh air. It feels like Taipei’s hidden backyard garden — secluded and beautiful, truly captivating.
After the rain, streams along the trails flow abundantly, making post-rain Xiongkong especially popular among visitors. (Image source / Taiwan Agriculture and Forestry Xiongkong Tea Garden Fan Page)
Xiongkong Tea Garden is serene and natural, without any lavish facilities — just fresh, cozy air all around. With the changing seasons, each visit offers a completely different stunning view. In spring, peach blossoms and mountain cherry blossoms planted throughout the garden dance in the breeze, blooming vibrantly. In summer, the lush greenery brings renewal to all things, where you can often spot butterflies emerging, dragonflies skimming water, and at night, fireflies twinkling alongside the stars, along with tree frogs, rhinoceros beetles, and Taiwan yuhinas, making the environment rich in life. In autumn, the golden hues and refreshing coolness are deeply comforting, and the colorful foliage creates a joyful atmosphere. In winter, when the climate is mild, you can also enjoy the poetic and profound charm of the tea-picking season.
The naturally beautiful environment often attracts many lovely visitors. (Image source / Taiwan Agriculture and Forestry Xiongkong Tea Garden Fan Page)
The autumn foliage in Xiongkong is also remarkably beautiful. (Image source / Taiwan Agriculture and Forestry Xiongkong Tea Garden Fan Page)
