{"id":19703,"date":"2017-04-28T12:43:06","date_gmt":"2017-04-28T02:43:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=19703"},"modified":"2025-03-18T03:28:37","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T16:28:37","slug":"natural-wonders-taiwan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/natural-wonders-taiwan\/","title":{"rendered":"5 unexpected natural wonders to visit in Taiwan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although surrounded by much larger neighbours in both size and reputation, <strong><a href=\"\/taiwan\">Taiwan<\/a><\/strong> is one seriously underrated destination that offers way more than its small island status may suggest. L<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">andscapes range from warm white sand beaches in the south, to lush tropical forests along its coasts, to the volcanic mountains and geological formations of the north. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the secret is getting out year after year and more travellers venture there, the majority of visitors stick to the bustling capital\u00a0<strong><a href=\"\/taiwan\">Taipei<\/a><\/strong>. But for anyone else seeking a taste of the outdoors life, there are almost unlimited options. Taiwan\u2019s original name of Ilha Formosa <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">does <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mean \u201cbeautiful island\u201d, after all. Fortunately for you, we\u2019ve whittled down the unlimited options to just the ultimate five:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Taroko Gorge<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taroko Gorge is composed of the world\u2019s deepest marble canyon, as well as many stunning rugged cliffs and subtropical forests. Formed over millions of years by the jade-coloured Liwu River, the gorge possesses no less than 27 peaks. Taroko was only established as a National Park in 1986 and entry is free.\u00a0To see it at its best, hop<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0on a bus up to Baiyang Waterfall Trail, then see the sights on a breezy downhill bike ride back to the base. <\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19716\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/taiwan\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19716\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/taiwan_taroko-np_cave-view-people-e1493337097231.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19716\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Taroko Gorge<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you prefer travelling on foot, the (long) hike is equally spectacular. I\u00a0came ready to tackle it and took in the perfect views at Swallow Grotto, before strolling over the suspension bridge and walking through dark tunnels to the Water Sheet Cave, so called for the waterfall pouring down from above. From there, you can make your way to the Eternal Spring Shrine.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that a majority of the paths along the gorge are wet and potentially slippery, so wear firmly-soled shoes and rain gear, especially if you\u2019re planning to really experience the Water Sheet Cave. If you\u2019re looking to get even more wet and wild, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">river tracing is an increasingly popular activity in these parts, where a guide leads you into the Liwu River itself and you wade around the dramatic marble cliffs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/taiwan\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19721\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Taiwan-banner.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Yangming Mountain<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another famed National Park, the active volcano that forms Yangmingshan \u2013\u00a0or Yangming Mountain \u2013 is actually more of a hill, and so provides an easy hike. Lauded for its cherry blossoms, hot springs, and sulphuric fumaroles, the spot is pretty popular, not least because picnicking is highly encouraged in its many fields. If you are looking to work up a sweat, the Tianmu Trail is a 100-step stairway that leads to pristine green views and a historic industrial site from\u00a0the 1940s. The Jinbaoli Trail is another hiking option that leads you to the districts of Shilin and Dadaocheng, which are famed for their night markets and seafood vendors.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19718\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/taiwan\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19718\" class=\"wp-image-19718 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Yangminshan-e1493342230592.jpg\" alt=\"Yangmingshan Mountain Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"449\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19718\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yangmingshan<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My\u00a0favourite spot nearby\u00a0is Mount Datun, a volcanic basin housing the marshy Datun Pond. I\u00a0visited during the spring season, when the azaleas and rhododendrons were in bloom. I recommend following up a\u00a0mild hike with a relaxing soak in one of Yangmingshan\u2019s many hot springs resorts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Beitou Hot Springs<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re willing to travel a bit further for even better hot springs, the Beitou<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> region is the most famous area for mineral soaking due to its proximity to Taipei, as well as the sulphuric quality of its waters. Sitting at the base of Yangmingshan, visitors can easily access the area by public transport. Once there, walk past the Geothermal Valley \u2013 aka Hell Valley \u2013\u00a0and sniff and appreciate the intensity of its sulphur-fuelled jade waters. Temperatures here reach close to boiling point and are too acidic to swim in, but all the nearby spas offer different themed pools for some proper soaking. The Beitou Outdoor Public Hot Springs are pretty cheap, but do get crowded, so you might want to get a private bath.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19719\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/taiwan\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19719\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19719\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Beitou-Hot-Springs-e1493342982375.jpg\" alt=\"Beitou Hot Springs Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19719\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beitou Hot Springs<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the volume\u00a0of people, I\u00a0had a nice time soaking in ginseng water, rose-scented pools, and even a little pond filled with feet-nibbling fish. The locals are extremely friendly and gave me lots of advice on how to stay warm in the cold water pools (ie. don\u2019t move around much \u2013\u00a0just let your body relax and adjust to the temperature). After a\u00a0soak, try\u00a0a delicious bowl of ramen at the popular Man Ke Wu and admire some Japanese-era influenced architecture at the award-winning Beitou Library.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"\/taiwan\">EXPLORE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF TAIWAN ON THIS EPIC 10-DAY TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Shifen Waterfall<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pingxi is famous for having the most beautiful waterfalls in Taiwan, and it\u2019s a fun trip to take as well. Head to Sandioaling Station by train and hop on the old school rail line that used to transport coal throughout the mining region; it will first pass through Houtong Cat Village and some mining ruins before reaching the trailhead that leads to a\u00a0first fall, Hegu. Viewable from a distant platform, the trail then continues on to the more accessible Motian Falls via rope bridges and an increasingly steep hike. Nearby is\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pipadong Falls which is open at the bottom, allowing visitors to sit and spend time underneath the water and in front of the stunning forest views.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19720\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/taiwan\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19720\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Shifen-Waterfall-e1493343268417.jpg\" alt=\"Shifen Waterfall Taiwan\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19720\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shifen Waterfall<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you do wish to continue the trail into Shifen Falls, several miles away, you&#8217;re in for a beautiful sight. The widest waterfall in Taiwan, it&#8217;s nicknamed \u201cLittle Niagara\u201d and the water flows into a beautiful jade pool. Management of the falls was recently taken over by the government and it&#8217;s now free to view, meaning that visitor numbers\u00a0have increased. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After taking in the iconic views, continue on to nearby Shifen Old Street and grab a coffee while touring the historic and picturesque views.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/to-do-active-times-blog-2\/\">RELATED:\u00a0THE 15 MOST BEAUTIFUL WATERFALLS IN THE WORLD<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Sun Moon Lake<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sun Moon Lake is the biggest body of water within Taiwan, and provides both amazing natural and cultural attractions. Three hours out of Taipei, this place in central Nantou County is definitely worth spending a few days\u00a0at. You can boat over the beautifully blue waters to Lalu Island and try their famous Taiwanese tea eggs, but unfortunately swimming is restricted<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> save during the Mid-Autumn Festival races.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19714\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"\/taiwan\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19714\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19714\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/taiwan_sun_moon_lake_217579060-e1493337018108.jpg\" alt=\"Taiwan Sun Moon Lake\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19714\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sun Moon Lake<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The surrounding town is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a great s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pot for strolling to local stores, eating from the street stalls, and taking in the culture of the aboriginal Thao tribe who call this area home. The Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village holds regular dance and song <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">performances, and is a great spot that gives <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">both the Thao and other tribes across Taiwan a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">platform for showcasing their beautiful heritage. Bonus points if you happen to visit over cherry blossom season; the snowy pink petals create a stunning contrast against the sky-blue waters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to explore the incredible array of delights that tiny Taiwan has to offer? <a href=\"\/taiwan\">Check out our trip there.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Image Credits (top to bottom): Intrepid Travel, iStock x3, Intrepid Travel<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The majority of visitors stick to the bustling capital of Taipei. 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