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The "Northern Region" encompasses seven cities and counties: Taipei City, New Taipei City, Keelung City, Yilan County, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County, and Hsinchu City, combining urban vibrancy with natural landscapes. Taipei 101 offers panoramic city views, while its various night markets offer popular snacks like bubble tea, xiaolongbao (savory dumplings), and fried chicken cutlets. The National Palace Museum boasts a rich collection of historical artifacts, and is well worth exploring. Keelung features the Miaokou Night Market and the Heping Island coastline, showcasing its port city charm. New Taipei City's towns of Jiufen, Tamsui, Yingge, and Sanxia have “old streets” that retain a nostalgic and cultural atmosphere; the Nanya Rocks on the Northeast Coast and the Yehliu Geopark on the North Coast present unique natural landscapes of strangely shaped rocks; Yangmingshan National Park boasts magnificent volcanic terrain and beautiful flower fields. Northern Taiwan’s charming and diverse attractions also include Yilan's hot springs and coastline, Taoyuan's Daxi Old Street and Shimen Reservoir, and Hsinchu's technology park and Hakka settlements. These sites offer a combination of nature, culture, and leisure activities.
The "Central Region," consisting of Miaoli County, Taichung City, Changhua County, Nantou County, and Yunlin County, is located in the heart of Taiwan. Its pleasant climate makes it enjoyable year-round. Miaoli showcases local culture with its wood carving and pottery DIY activities. Taichung boasts the National Museum of Fine Arts, the National Museum of Natural Science, and various distinctive shopping districts. Changhua County is renowned for its historical sites and local cuisine. The Mt. Bagua Great Buddha Scenic Area, Lukang Old Street, and Tianhou Temple showcase its rich cultural heritage, while traditional cakes and meatballs are must-try local delicacies. Nantou is famous for Sun Moon Lake, while Qingjing Farm and the Sun Link Sea Forest Recreation Area are also perfect for sightseeing and hiking. Yunlin County is the birthplace of the world-renowned art of Taiwanese puppetry, and is a good place to experience Taiwan's unique cultural charms.
The "Southern Region" comprises Chiayi County, Chiayi City, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, and Pingtung County. This area enjoys a warm climate year-round, and brims with warmth and a rich cultural atmosphere. Tainan, one of Taiwan's oldest cities, boasts historical sites such as Anping Fort and Chihkan Tower, as well as local delicacies. Chiayi City and County are renowned for the Alishan Forest Recreation Area, a mountain-climbing railway, and cultural arts. The railway and views of the mountain sunrise and “sea of clouds” attract many visitors. The Tropic of Cancer crosses through Chiayi, and a monument and plaza highlight this feature. The international port city of Kaohsiung has many attractions, including Shoushan, Sizihwan, and the Pier-2 Art Center. Further south, Pingtung's Kenting National Park, Eluanbi Lighthouse, and Hengchun Old Town showcase ocean scenery and a relaxed atmosphere. These offer good ways to experience Taiwan's tropical charms.
The "Eastern Region" consists of Hualien County and Taitung County. Bordered by the vast Pacific Ocean to the east and the Central Mountain Range to the west, it offers magnificent landscapes where the mountains meet the sea. Hualien's Qixingtan coastline and the daylily fields of Liushishi Mountain offer rich and diverse natural beauty, while the Xiuguluan River rafting experience is challenging and fun. Taitung is renowned for its pristine natural beauty, boasting famous attractions such as Green Island, Orchid Island, and the Zhiben Hot Springs, as well as breathtaking coastal mountain ranges. Taroko National Park, which straddles Hualien and Taitung, presents majestic landscapes with its canyons and cliffs. Both counties preserve a rich indigenous culture along with charming rural and fishing villages. These are ideal for slow travel, relaxation, and in-depth exploration—experiencing the purity of nature.
The Taiwan's main island is surrounding by many smaller islands. The “Outlying Island Region” consists of Penghu, Kinmen, and Lienchiang (Matsu). Kinmen, once a mysterious restricted military area, has become a popular travel destination after being opened to tourism. Its local specialties, including steel knives, peanut brittle, and sorghum liquor, leave visitors with full bags. Matsu's distilled spirits, including its Tunnel 88 sorghum liquor, leave a pleasant lingering fragrance on the palate. The outlying islands offer a wide variety of fresh seafood, allowing visitors to indulge in top-quality delicacies. Penghu's Spring and Summer Fireworks Festival is filled with passion and romance, and it offers a treat of azure seas, blue skies, and soft, white sand beaches. Add to that a variety of new and fun beach and water park facilities, it provides a great chance to enjoy land and sea.
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