People love to travel to Taiwan for several reasons, including its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, amazing food, and friendly locals. Here are some key reasons why Taiwan is a favorite travel destination:
Breathtaking Natural Scenery
Taiwan is famous for its spectacular natural beauty. Popular among visitors going to Taiwan for the first time are Taroko Gorge National Park (stunning marble-walled canyons with hiking trails and waterfalls), Sun Moon Lake (a picturesque lake surrounded by mountains, great for biking and boating), Alishan (a beautiful mountain area famous for tea plantations, sunrises, and old forest trains), and beautify beaches (places like Kenting National Park, Green Island, and Penghu archipelago).
Delicious Food & Night Markets
Taiwan is a food paradise with famous dishes like beef noodle soup, xiao long bao (soup dumplings). And the night food markets such as Shilin, Raohe, and Liuhe are legendary for their amazing street food.
Rich Culture & History
Taipei’s National Palace Museum – home to one of the largest Chinese art collections in the world – is a must. Temples & religious sites such as Longshan Temple and Fo Guang Shan Monastery are highly recommended. In addition, historic towns like Jiufen (the inspiration for Spirited Away) and Tainan (Taiwan’s oldest city) should be on your itinerary too.
Modern & Convenient Cities
Taipei 101, once the world’s tallest building, offers incredible city views.
Excellent public transport including Taiwan’s high-speed rail (HSR) and metro systems makes your travel easy.
Trendy cafés & shopping (Ximending, Dongmen, and Zhongxiao East Road etc.) are hotspots for shopping and café culture.
Warm & Friendly People
Taiwanese people are known for their hospitality and helpfulness, making visitors feel welcome. Taiwan is also one of the safest places to travel, with low crime rates. All this is made possible partly due to Taiwan’s prosperity.
Hot Springs & Wellness Retreats
Like Japan, Taiwan has many natural hot springs, such as Beitou (near Taipei), Wulai, and Jiaoxi. Many guests on our Taiwan tours stay behind at the end of their group tour to indulge themselves at one of those luxurious hot spring resorts. You should consider doing that too if you ever visit Taiwan.
In conclusion, with its wonderful mix of modern cities, breathtaking nature, delicious food, and rich culture, Taiwan offers something for every traveler. Whether you’re into hiking, history, shopping, or just eating amazing food, Taiwan is a destination worth visiting!
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