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Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Alishan National Scenic Area

Alishan National Forest Recreation Area

5.9
4.8/5
581 reviews
Alishan Scenic Area is an iconic attraction in Taiwan. The Alishan Mountain Range, consisting of 18 large mountains, covers a vast area. The essence of natural beauty is concentrated in the "Alishan Forest Recreation Area". The five wonders of "sunrise, sea of ​​clouds, sunset, forest, and train" can all be appreciated here. When tourists mention "going to Alishan", they usually mean coming here. On clear days, the Alishan sunrise is not to be missed. Within the recreation area, the renowned Zhushan and Xiaoliyuanshan Observation Deck offer unobstructed views of the Yushan peaks, the Central Mountain Range, Tashan, and other mountain ranges. The stunning spectacle of light and shadow as the sun rises is a truly memorable experience. Sunrise occurs around 5:00 a.m. on the summer solstice, around 7:00 a.m. on the winter, and around 6:00 a.m. on the spring and autumn equinoxes. Staying within the recreation area is recommended for sunrise viewing. Please bring a flashlight, a thick jacket, and comfortable walking shoes. Sea of ​​Clouds: The Alishan Sea of ​​Clouds, one of Taiwan's eight scenic spots, often appears in the early morning or dusk when the weather is clear and cloudy in autumn and winter. Recommended places to enjoy the sea of ​​clouds in the recreation area include the observation deck next to the Gaoshan Museum, Alishan Hotel, Alishan Railway Station, Zhuoping Park, Ogasawara Mountain Observation Deck, and near the first parking lot. Sunset: Due to the thin air and strong solar radiation in the high mountains, the blue sky is more vibrant than on the plains, and the sunset glow is even more vibrant. Ciyun Temple, Alishan Guesthouse, Alishan Railway Station, Zhaoping Park, Duigaoyue, Mt. Ogasawara, and the area near the first parking lot are all good spots to view the Alishan sunset. Alishan was originally one of Taiwan's three largest forests. As the altitude gradually increases, you can see all kinds of plants from tropical to temperate zones. Cherry blossoms fly in the spring, red leaves cover the mountains in autumn, and there are also amazing thousand-year-old red cypress forests. You can walk through the forest along the more than 600-meter-long wooden plank road and enjoy a long-lost natural forest bath. Trains: The red train weaving through the cherry blossom forest has become a symbol of Alishan. This retro train, once used to transport timber, is now a popular tourist attraction. Railways run from Chiayi Train Station all the way to the amusement park. The Zhushan Line is perfect for sunrise viewing, while the Shenmu Line reaches the towering forest. Both lines offer convenient access to the entire amusement park. In addition to the charming natural scenery, the recreation area also has many cultural attractions, including the Alishan VIP Hotel, the Alpine Museum, the Tree Spirit Pagoda... Alpine tea is Alishan's number one specialty souvenir. You can buy some around Alishan Railway Station and Fenqihu Old Street as a gift to your friends and family.Chiayi County · 56.3 km from downtown
Alishan National Scenic Area
No. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Taiwan

Alishan National Scenic Area

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The Alishan National Scenic Area includes Fanlu, Zhuqi, Meishan, and Alishan. The transportation network in these four counties spreads across the entire region like the veins of a leaf. Travelers move through the area, marveling at the lush forests, spectacular sunrises, and stunning clouds. Enjoying tea at beautiful tea plantations and visiting the Tsou indigenous tribe are leisure activities not to be missed. Alishan has been abundant in Taiwan Red Cypress and Taiwan Yellow Cypress since ancient times. After years of logging, there are now nearly 40 giant red cypress trees along the first and second phases of the Giant Tree Plank Walk. Among them, the towering "Alishan Xianglin Sacred Tree" stands at 45 meters tall with a trunk circumference of 12.3 meters and an estimated age of 2,300 years, making it an unmissable highlight for visitors to Alishan. The mountainous area boasts rich biodiversity, featuring rare plants such as the Cyathea spinulosa, Huperzia somai, and Pleione formosana. The wildlife is equally vibrant, with species like the Formosan rock macaque, Mikado pheasant, bush warbler, Taiwan bush robin, and the Alishan salamander. The forest train in Alishan Forest Recreation Area is beloved by visitors. The sunrise at Alishan is magnificent and unforgettable. The Zhushan area is an ideal spot to watch the sunrise. The Alishan area enjoys a cool climate with average temperatures around 10°C. It's worth visiting year-round, though July and August see more rainfall. From November to April, the northeast monsoon brings ideal conditions for witnessing spectacular sea of clouds and misty landscapes. Visit indigenous tribes to learn about local customs and culture. The Tsou villages feature thatched-roof houses, with the men's club "Kuba" being particularly famous. Short daylight hours and significant day-night temperature differences are the geological advantages of Alishan, making high-mountain oolong tea, Jinxuan tea, and tea bags highly popular. You can experience on-site/riverside tea tasting and bamboo forest tea ceremonies. More local snacks to try, including sunrise cakes and millet mochi.Chiayi County · 56 km from downtown
Château de Jourdeness

Château de Jourdeness

3.8
4.5/5
194 reviews
Jourdeness Castle Biotech Park, also known as Jourdeness Castle Biotech Complex, is Asia's largest beauty castle-themed tourist factory, built in Renaissance Baroque style. The architectural design concept CHÂTEAU, meaning "castle" in French, incorporates classical Renaissance elements like domed gables, Roman column sculptures, and garden plazas, evoking the grandeur of European palaces. The guardian statues flanking the castle symbolize life and eternity respectively, reflecting Jourdeness's commitment to protecting consumers' right to beauty. Jourdeness Castle Biotech Park features towering trees and blooming flowers, with Baroque architecture standing majestically. Step into this European-style aesthetic castle, one of Taiwan's most dazzling landmarks, for a transformative beauty journey. Highlights include Taiwan's tallest 50m Baroque dome, a 40,000 sqm outdoor European-style view garden, 19 scenic spots within the castle grounds, and over 100 perfect photo opportunities. Hauger Plaza, the main area of Jourdeness Castle Biotech Park, welcomes visitors into a castle brimming with aesthetic elements that embody the founder's corporate philosophy of "honesty, trust, and sustainable operation." The guardian statues on either side symbolize life and eternity respectively, reflecting Jourdeness's commitment to protecting consumers' right to beauty. Princess Niss Garden exudes a serene and tranquil atmosphere, infused with a touch of magic. Time seems to stand still here, with flowers frozen in full bloom, naturally slowing the pace of every traveler's steps. Shizuka Pool, derived from the Japanese word meaning tranquility, is a vast cosmetic mirror reflecting the beautiful silhouette of the castle. Beneath its seemingly serene surface lies boundless vitality, unconditionally embracing all who visit. The space features a circular design that maximizes resource reuse, echoing the company's commitment to sustainability. Chris Pine Forest, connected to the tranquil pond and surrounded by rivers and woods, is a dreamlike forest straight out of a European fairy tale. The lush bald cypress trees shed their feathery leaves, creating a vast golden wonderland. Whether you're strolling leisurely or running joyfully, Chris Pine Forest is an excellent choice for your visit. The Miller Pavilion is an exquisite octagonal gazebo, beautifully connected to Princess Nys's Garden and Princess Kiki's Fountain. This charming pavilion is also a favorite spot of Michelangelo the Cat, who often visits between tasks to rest briefly. May travelers who come here also find respite like Michelangelo, gathering energy at the Miller Pavilion for their next journey. Happiness Bell Tower, a place for blessings and bell ringing. Legend has it that those who come here, pray sincerely and ring the bronze bell at sunset, can "ring in happiness and enjoy lifelong bliss."Chiayi County · 29.6 km from downtown
FLOW SURFING PARK

FLOW SURFING PARK

3.4
4.5/5
22 reviews
Xinlang International Skateboard Surfing Water Park is a uniquely trendy sports and aquatic destination in the area, specializing in professional artificial wave surfing experiences. It combines fashionable sports, refreshing water play, and leisure entertainment in one venue, breaking away from traditional water park monotony to create a novel urban light extreme sports experience space. No need to travel to the coast - experience authentic surfing thrills right in the city center. A popular choice for family outings, friend gatherings, summer cooling-off, Instagram-worthy check-ins, and stress-relieving workouts. The park's core highlight is its professional constant-wave skateboard surfing facility, capable of simulating various ocean wave rhythms and patterns. Whether you're a complete beginner, a child experiencing it for the first time, or an advanced enthusiast looking to challenge trick moves, everyone can find their ideal surfing mode. The venue features comprehensive safety equipment and professional instructional guidance, making it easy to get started and highly enjoyable, allowing everyone to safely experience the thrill and fun of surf skating. Open year-round regardless of weather or season, this high-quality water park is a rare urban destination combining sports, entertainment, and summer refreshment. It has become a must-visit trendy hotspot for both locals and tourists during the summer.Chiayi County · 4.8 km from downtown
Alishan Shouzhen Temple

Alishan Shouzhen Temple

3.1
4.6/5
79 reviews
Shouzhen Palace, located in Alishan Township, Chiayi County, is dominated by the goddess of birth and the god of good fortune. Although it is a temple in the mountains, it is full of incense. The temple has a magnificent altar and story totems that stretch across the top of the temple. The sandalwood of the soul.Chiayi County · 57.1 km from downtown
Longyin Temple

Longyin Temple

3
4.7/5
25 reviews
Longyin Temple started construction in 1980. It is a religious holy place in the Alishan area. The temple is mainly dedicated to Zen Master Jigong. In front of the temple is a hand-made Tiangong furnace weighing more than 3,000 kilograms, and the two-story temple also has many exquisite carvings, paintings and cochin pottery decorations. "Jigong" The 1995 TV series "Jigong" positioned this as the place where the story took place, making Longyin Temple famous.Chiayi County · 35.9 km from downtown
Fenqi Lake

Fenqi Lake

3
4.6/5
98 reviews
"Fenqi Lake is the first stop to enter Alishan, and it is also the halfway stop of Alishan Railway. In recent years, the development of sightseeing has also attracted many tourists. Fenqi Lake Old Street is the highest altitude among the top ten old streets in Taiwan. Retaining the atmosphere of the old days, there are original old streets and houses, built on the hillside. The railway bento of Fenqi Lake is quite famous. In the past, when the Alishan Railway was still a steam train, it started from Beimen Station, and the vehicle must be here. Add water and coal, stay for a long time, and the time is close to noon, so people rest here, which also drives the railway bento industry here. Now it seems that every tourist must buy a box of railway bento to be satisfied. Outside the old street, Fenqi Lake also has natural landscape resources. You can watch the Dajingshan Observation Deck where you can watch the sunrise process for 3 minutes and 20 seconds, the lush pure Xiaonanmu woods, the unique square bamboo, and the cedar trees that you can enjoy forest bathing. The plank road, etc., are worth strolling quietly and enjoying."Chiayi County · 45.8 km from downtown
YUYUPAS Cultural Park

YUYUPAS Cultural Park

3
4.4/5
39 reviews
"Youyou Bass" is the local language of the ethnic minorities in Alishan, representing the four seasons of wealth, inner wealth and a heart of joy, kindness, sharing and peace. Youyou Bass is located in the tea sea fairyland at an altitude of 1300 meters in Ali, overlooking the magnificent scenery of Yushan and Rainbow Canyon. Youyou Bath has a tea room, a coffee factory, a snack restaurant, a performance venue, and a handicraft center. Upon entering the park, the elders of the tribe led the warriors to hold a blessing welcome ceremony. The elders sang ancient tunes with bagpipes to bless the guests entering the park. Visitors who love the fragrance of tea can go to the tea store to taste the Alishan Mountain Tea brewed by Alishan girls. Or go to the "Maudano Theater" to watch the Orion Choir perform traditional songs and dances.Chiayi County · 45.2 km from downtown
Danaiku Ecological Park

Danaiku Ecological Park

2.6
4.7/5
23 reviews
Danai Valley is located in Shanmei Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County. Danai Valley Creek is 18 kilometers long and 500 meters above sea level. It is located in the upper reaches of Zengwen River, with beautiful scenery and pleasant climate. A successful ecological park. Danai Valley - Squid Ecological Reserve The Danai Valley is a highly recommended place. Drive along the Chiayi County Road to this point. Danai Valley is located in Shanmei Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County. The Danai Valley Stream is 18 Kilometers, 500 meters above sea level, located in the upper reaches of Zengwen Creek, with beautiful scenery and pleasant climate, with craggy boulders and gurgling water in the creek, it is the first ecological park that has been successfully conserved by the community.Chiayi County · 43.9 km from downtown
Alishan Xiding Paradise Sea of clouds

Alishan Xiding Paradise Sea of clouds

2.5
5.0/5
26 reviews
The top of the gap is 1,250 meters above sea level and is located near the 54-kilometer Alishan Highway. It is a famous place for viewing the sun and fog in the Alishan area. Due to the natural geographical conditions, as the altitude rises, the sea of clouds landscape at the top of the crevice becomes more and more magnificent, which is a beautiful scenery in the Alishan area. Watching the sunset fall in the sea of clouds, the sunset is dyed, it is simply a fairyland on earth.Chiayi County · 40.6 km from downtown

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1-day tour to Alishan Forest Recreation Area and Fenqi Lake (departing from Taichung city hotels, admission ticket not included)
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_We***71October 8, 2026
5.0
The tour guide service was excellent! I breathed in the fresh air and saw the beautiful scenery of Alishan. On the way back, the guide didn't need to take me back to the hotel, but he did. Thank you so much!

Alishan National Forest Recreation Area

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notmaxpSeptember 1, 2026
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Business Hours:Address:Tips:Reasons to Recommend:Reasons to Recommend: alishan national forest map

Alishan National Scenic Area

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Angelica PonioJanuary 19, 2026
5.0
Im so amazed in this place.. easy to get around and we enjoy our whole day here

Château de Jourdeness

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dar0815August 29, 2026
5.0
The facilities aren't numerous, but enough to keep you entertained for a whole day. There's a huge swimming pool, and water slides are divided into children's and older kids' sections. The children's slides are safe and fun, while the older kids' slides offer a super thrilling straight-line acceleration. A unique feature is the artificial surfing (with instructors). Food and drinks are also sold in the area (though a bit pricey). Overall, it's a great place to bring kids.

FLOW SURFING PARK

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Panda_vickMarch 6, 2023
5.0
It is a very beautiful place. The atmosphere is shady and suitable for relaxation. There are many interesting things. It is a pity that the building is under renovation.

Alishan Shouzhen Temple

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M36***59May 21, 2022
5.0
The incense is very prosperous and it is a very quiet place. Come here to burn incense and pray for peace. It is very good.

Longyin Temple

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pingping321May 1, 2020
4.0
Fenchihu is not a lake, but a stop on the way from Chiayi to Alishan. Many people take a break here. There are restaurants and homestays on the old street. Fenchihu bento is quite famous, with high cost performance and good taste. There is a railway museum where you can visit. Several plank roads have been opened nearby, where you can take a walk. The scenery is good, there are few people and the air is good. Like the Alishan scenic area, there are towering trees.

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tgl118November 1, 2021
5.0
The Alishan Tsou Culture Village is located at No. 127-2, Neighborhood 4, Leye Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County, in a high mountain tea garden at an altitude of about 1,300 meters. The song "The Girls of Alishan" "The mountains are green, the streams are blue, the girls of Alishan are as beautiful as water, and the boys of Alishan are as beautiful as mountains..." is a portrayal of the Tsou aboriginals of Alishan. You can visit the Tsou cultural relics "Hamo Hall" and enjoy the performances of the Tsou aboriginals.

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李娥March 31, 2025
4.0
Danai Valley is located in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. It is a valley hidden in the mountains with pristine natural scenery. It is also a good place for many people who want to avoid crowds and get deep into nature when they come to Nantou. This trip made me deeply appreciate the purity and tranquility of Danai Valley. It is a secret place where people can truly escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax their souls. The characteristic of Danai Valley lies in its pristine mountain scenery, lush green forests, clear streams and waterfalls, which make the whole place full of vitality. Here, I took an easy hike along the trail, my steps becoming lighter as I saw lush greenery and heard birds chirping everywhere. The water in Danai Valley is crystal clear, and there are many natural swimming pools by the stream. The water is so cool that people can't help but want to enjoy a dip in it themselves in the summer.

Danaiku Ecological Park

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阿歪609July 5, 2025
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Xiding Xiangshan is near Alishan. It is very convenient to drive up. The mountain road is not too steep and there are signboards on the roadside. There are wooden plank roads and viewing platforms here. You can see tea gardens and bamboo forests along the way. The air is full of the fresh smell of grass and trees. When the weather is good, you can see the mountains and sea of ​​clouds in the distance from the top of the mountain. In the early morning, the fog is heavy and the clouds flow in the mountains, like an ink painting. If you come in the evening, the sunset dyes the clouds orange, which is very good for taking pictures.

Alishan Xiding Paradise Sea of clouds

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