There is a growing list of Taichung attractions. Some of them are even quite surprising.One of the best, not to be missed, is the Museum of Fine Arts. It … [Read More...]
Taichung Attractions
Wufeng Lin Family Mansion and Garden
Wufeng Lin Family Mansion and Garden is one of the most fascinating places in all Taiwan.The mansion was the official residence of the influential and gifted Lin … [Read More...]
Gaomei Wetlands: Catch the Sea Breeze!
Gaomei Wetlands is the place in Taichung where the sea and the land meet.It is a grassy and muddy tidal flat where you can catch the sea breeze and watch … [Read More...]
Chaihsing Residence – Plucking Stars in Tanzi
Chaihsing Residence is truly a hidden gem among Taichung attractions. It is one of the finest Qing Dynasty mansions in all Taiwan.Chaihsing Residence (or Villa) … [Read More...]
Day Trips from Taichung
Taiwan Nature in Dakeng: the Beautiful, the Scaring and the Nasty
Taiwan nature is not far from reach, if you live in Taichung.Dakeng Hills are so beautiful and so close to the city. The forest that covers most of the area … [Read More...]
Dakeng Scenic Area – Hiking in the outskirts of Taichung City
Dakeng is an area of emerald green steep hills at the eastern border of Taichung.Much as Taiwan cities are chaotic, they are never too far from lush hills and … [Read More...]
Dasyueshan: an escape to the finest high mountain forests in Taiwan
When you are tired of Taichung's concrete jungle, Dasyueshan is the place to go.I admit, we are quite partial to Dasyueshan Forest Recreational Area.Since my … [Read More...]
Taichung Travel Tips
Travel from Taipei to Taichung – So Easy!
Traveling from Taipei to Taichung is no problem at all! The distance between the two cities is about 160-170 km (depending on your route) and it can be covered from 40 minutes (THSR) to 2.5 hours (bus).Taipei to Taichung by High Speed Rail (THSR) … [Read More...]
Taiwanese Aborigines – the Natives of Taiwan
My first contact with Taiwanese aborigines happened around the year 1995.At that time a song, called "Return to Innocence", was on the Top 10 in several countries. It also became the unofficial anthem of Atlanta Olympic GamesThat song mixed an "ethnic" … [Read More...]
Taichung Airport (RMQ)
Taichung Airport (臺中航空站, Taizhong Hangkong Zhan, RMQ) is the only airport of Taichung City.It is located about 15 kilometers north-west of the city center. It comprises two terminals, Terminal 1 (domestic) and Terminal 2 (international).Taichung … [Read More...]