It’s time to start dreaming of your next family trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Taiwan with us.
Situated 45 minutes from downtown Taiwan, Bagua Tea Fields features steps of tea fields in terraced formations, a unique and beautiful site. The nearby Pinglin Tea Museum often hosts tea-related events throughout the year, as well. © Nicholashan | Dreamstime.com
See the best of Taiwan’s cherry blossoms at Wuling Farm, spanning more than 700 hectares within Shei-Pa National Park and erupting into vibrant pinks every spring. The park also features the Holy Ridge mountains, rivers and creek valleys. © Jeeaachen | Dreamstime.com
In Taipei, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall honors the memory of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, former President of the Republic of China. Surrounded by a park, the monument features white and blue hues and symbolic motifs tying into the former president’s life. © Tawatchai Prakobkit | Dreamstime.com
Held annually, the Taiwan Lantern Festival lights up the night sky over the Pingxi District. The festival occurs throughout Taiwan, with celebrations at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taichung Park and Love River, among others. Most events of the festival run every February. © Phuongphoto | Dreamstime.com
Yangmingshan National Park spans both Taipei and New Taipei City and draws many for its cherry blossoms; sulfur deposits; hot springs; hiking trails; and Qixing Mountain, Taiwan’s tallest dormant volcano. Other popular sites include Dream Lake and fumaroles (vents from nearby volcanic activity). © Phuongphoto | Dreamstime.com
Experience some of the best street markets in Wulai. On Wulai Old Street, various stalls line the narrow street selling delicious street food. Restaurants and other stores also feature on the street. © Atosan | Dreamstime.com
Located in Fenqihu, a railway town on the Alishan Forest Railway, lies Fenqihu Old Street. On this road, visitors can peruse the various shops and restaurants, as well as try some railway bento, a specific type of bento box best known for being sold on trains and at train stations. © Richie Chan | Dreamstime.com
Lotus Pond is a lake adorned with grand temples that light up at night. Found in Kaohsiung, this spot features lotus plants on the lake and the Spring and Autumn Pavilions. Visitors also love to see the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. For good luck and success, enter these towers through the dragon’s mouth and exit through the tiger’s mouth. © Sean Pavone | Dreamstime.com
Perhaps one of the most popular spots to visit in Taiwan, Taipei buzzes with life both day and night. Dominating the skyline is Taipei 101, a skyscraper that was once the world’s tallest building until the construction of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Head to the top of this building to see unparalleled views of the city. © Jeeaachen | Dreamstime.com
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