By MOOK Travel Life Network / Li Meixiu, compiled and reported
From mid-April to mid-May, when fireflies dance romantically and adorn the forests like “early summer Christmas trees,” the New Taipei City Agriculture Bureau recommends 22 “firefly photography spots.” It invites photography experts, adults, and children to come together to discover the beauty of these early summer Christmas trees, and offers three professional eco-guided tours to help everyone learn about and appreciate fireflies.
Wulai Neidong Forest Recreation Area is not only great for firefly watching but also perfect for hiking, sightseeing, and relaxation. (Photo provided by Mook Editorial Department)
Fireflies thrive in natural environments with clean air and water, abundant ground cover, and minimal light pollution. New Taipei is home to over 20 species of fireflies, accounting for more than one-third of Taiwan’s total. Areas such as Sanxia, Tucheng, Xindian, Wulai, Pinglin, Shuangxi, Ruifang, Xizhi, and Pingxi all offer the romantic views of early summer Christmas trees. Photography enthusiasts can plan their visits between mid-April and mid-May based on their schedules.
Three consecutive Saturday evenings—April 20, April 27, and May 4—will feature Firefly Eco-Guided Tours. This Saturday, professional guides will lead visitors to search for “little sky lanterns” in the forests along Pingxi Old Street. On April 27, the tour will explore the natural neon lights in the Yuanshan Ecological Trail in Sanxia. On May 4, participants will venture into the Quchi area of Xindian District to find “fireworks” in the mountains.
To protect the precious firefly ecosystem, do not use flash when taking photos. As weekends tend to be crowded, it’s recommended to visit on weekdays. Firefly watchers should turn off flashlights, stay safe, avoid making noise, and wear lightweight, nature-toned long-sleeved clothing. Most importantly, do not catch fireflies. Beyond enjoying their beauty, we must protect them and preserve their habitats. Conserving nature requires our collective effort so that future generations can continue to witness the magical sight of early summer Christmas trees glittering with fireflies, allowing their beauty to shine with the wonder of life.
“Firefly Photography Spots: Searching for Early Summer Christmas Trees”—Recommended Firefly-Watching Locations in New Taipei City
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New Taipei City
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Firefly Watching Spots
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Sanxia
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Yuanshan Firefly Trail
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Man Yuan Yuan Forest Recreation Area
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Ankeng North District Road 104 and Shizitou Road (Jinhua Garden)
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District Road 114 and District Road 109 (Lishan Shrine)
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Tucheng
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Tung Flower Park and Surrounding Firefly Trails
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Xindian
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Galaxy Cave
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Quchi Wetland
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Hemei Mountain Trail
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Guangxing Wetland
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Wulai
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Neidong Forest Trail
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Neidong Forest Recreation Area
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Pinglin
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Jiuxionggen Waterfront Park
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Shuangxi
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Meizhu Trail Section
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Peony to Thirteen Levels (Diao Mountain Trail)
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Ruifang
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Liulang Road Sightseeing Trail
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Xizhi
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Xinshan Dream Lake Trail
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3 km Mark on Xiding Road
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Cuihu (Emerald Lake)
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Pingxi
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Pingxi Old Street
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Shifen Old Street
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Jingtong Old Street
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