Taipei, Taiwan is well known for its rich culture, museums, and food. What most people do not realize, though, is that since it is very close to mountains, rivers and the ocean, there are lots of things to do in Taipei for people who enjoy outdoor activities.
Yangming Shan national park
It is more amazing for people fancy seeing live lava action, or maybe waiting for live lave action. The park covers a huge area over 11 hectares with more than 20 vocalnos rising up from 200 to 1,200 meters from sea level.
If you are lucky enough, you can join in the Calla Lily flower festival which is held annually in spring. The festival hosts outstanding displays of flowers all over the world.
Beitou Geothermal valley
Beitou Geothermal valley is a must-visit place in your trip to Taipei. This place belongs to Xinbeitou park and well renowned for hot streams. The amazing temperature of water makes tourists entering Xinbeitou park feel as they are going to a fairy land because of the ethereal mist rising up from the hot water. Take a beautiful and easy walk of the valley, there are unexpected gems waiting for you to explore.
The Tea Plantations at Maokong
Maokong, a suburb in southeast Taipei, is another spot where you can get away for a day without leaving the city.
The area is known for four things including the Maokong Gondola, which you can ride to the top for just $2 USD, its hiking trails, the tea plantations that checker the mountainside, and the numerous tucked-away teahouses, many of which have balconies overlooking the emerald green mountainside.
The area is known for four things including the Maokong Gondola, which you can ride to the top for just $2 USD, its hiking trails, the tea plantations that checker the mountainside, and the numerous tucked-away teahouses, many of which have balconies overlooking the emerald green mountainside.
Wulai
Located in the north of Taipei, Wulai is such a great treat for an eco-journey. You can view high mountains along the intersection of 2 main rivers Nanshi and Tonghou. The most spectacular of Wulai is hot springs where local people often take time to get there for a refreshing break after days of working.
This mountaineous village is also a favorite destination of photographers for its marvelous waterfall. If you go further, there is an aboriginal culture center acrossing Wulai waterfall. Its aim is to introduce the aboriginal culture, customs and habits of Atayal Tribe. Be sure to check out the performance of aboriginal people. The show is much loved and highly recommended to many people.
Yehliu Geo park
Yehliu Geo park hosts a variety of distinctive geological formations in which Queen's head is the most iconic part. Besides, there are two other spectacular rock sections as Fairy's Shoe and Candle.
The place offers a lovely visual counterpoint to a particular scenery comprising sea trenches and magnificiant rock forms. An easy wander around Yehliu is the best way to take delight in the serene beauty of the smooth peaks and refresh atmosphere. When the Chinese long for geological study and field research, they drive to Yeliu. To hang out or have a hipster-ish photo-shoot, Yelui is always what you should not miss.
The place offers a lovely visual counterpoint to a particular scenery comprising sea trenches and magnificiant rock forms. An easy wander around Yehliu is the best way to take delight in the serene beauty of the smooth peaks and refresh atmosphere. When the Chinese long for geological study and field research, they drive to Yeliu. To hang out or have a hipster-ish photo-shoot, Yelui is always what you should not miss.
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