Chiayi City Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

Witnessing Magic: Alishan Sunrise Adventure

#winhkflight Waking up before dawn to witness the sunrise at Alishan was an unforgettable experience. As the first light began to creep over the horizon, the anticipation grew. When the sun finally emerged, it painted the sky with hues of orange and pink, illuminating the landscape below. The sea of clouds added an ethereal touch, making me feel like I was witnessing something truly magical. Despite the early hour and the crowd, the beauty of the moment made it all worthwhile. It's a memory I'll cherish forever. Hope to win flight to Hong Kong to go Green Egg Island snorkelling and canoeing 🛶

alishan! Nice place to hike and relax

Chilly mountain air! Gorgeous scenery.. Postcard picture worthy if every single angle. Fresh mountain air & amazing hospitality by the Taiwanese! Good for doing casual stroll & hikes! Very relaxing & laid back place in Taiwan.

Alishan, Taiwan. The National park in the middle of Taiwan. It's far away from Sun Moon Lake around 4 hrs by taken bus. The highlight is to wake up early in the morning and take a train up to the peak for seeing the sunrise. 😊 #alishan #taiwan #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

#taiwan #sakura at #zhuqi Tea Township at the foot of #alishan. #inspiration #happynewyear

Catching the Sunrise at Alishan

We have stayed around alishan so that we can catch the sunrise the next morning! Is very hard to get the accommodation nearby the sunrise area. I actually stayed an hour drive away so i got to wakeup really early cant real if is 3-4am and reach the train station before 6or 630am for the first train. So we had some breakfast at the 711. Everything was bloated inside due to high altitude and jt was super cold at night 1deg? Once is near boarding time of the train as you can see theres a long line q~.Everyone is there for the sunrise.. alighted at Zhushan station and walk to the observatory! Because we really wanted the elevated view we hike another 10mins up to the highest point! Breathtaking i would say haha cause is so tedious to hike up but the view was phenomenal! Everyone was on standby w their pro camera up there . The sea of cloud was so beautiful, everyone got to try this! But because the train departs around 730 or 745am it was a mad rush after sunrise to run down to catch the traindown to another area. I would highly recommend Alishan sunrise because it is so beautiful and amazing! There’s another alternative way to see the sunrise is you are not staying overnight, thar would be the overnight buses but because the route can be quite bumpy its gona be a tough one! Pick your route carefully but the view is def worth it !!#sunrise #alishan #taiwan

🛤️ Magnificent Sunset at Alishan 🌅

I managed to experience the breathtaking sights of both sunset and sunrise at Alishan. But let me tell you, the sunset at Erwanping is more beautiful than words can describe. As the sun started its descent, the sky transformed into a masterpiece of vibrant hues, painting the horizon in a stunning array of colors against the backdrop of Erwanping's scenic beauty. It was pure magic. We also took the opportunity to take a leisurely walk along the railway track at Erwanping for some incredible forest bathing right before the sunset. The railway track will be in operation starting next year. So if you still have the chance to take a walk there, you wouldn’t want to miss it! While the sunrise at Alishan is undoubtedly breathtaking, there's a unique charm to witnessing the sunset at Erwanping. So, make sure to time your visit right, grab your walking shoes, and prepare for a truly unforgettable experience of watching the magnificent sunset. #taiwan #alishan #Erwanping #sunset

Alishan - Where Nature Meets Adventure!

Address: 605, Taiwan, Chiayi County, Alishan Township, 新中橫公路 I recently had the pleasure of visiting Alishan and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The address for Alishan is located in the central mountain range of Taiwan, making it a perfect escape from the bustling city life. The ambiance and facilities in Alishan are exceptional, with pristine forests, scenic train rides, and comfortable accommodations that blend in with the natural surroundings. One of the highlights of my trip was watching the sunrise over the famous sea of clouds, which was a breathtaking sight to behold. The mesmerizing view alone was worth the trip, but there was so much more to explore in Alishan. The hiking trails were well-maintained, and I was able to immerse myself in the beauty of nature while getting a good workout. The train ride up to the Alishan Forest Recreation Area was also a unique experience that allowed me to see the vast expanse of the mountain range. The average price per person for this trip is reasonable about NT600-NT800, considering the quality of the experience. It's definitely worth the investment for anyone looking to unwind, relax, and enjoy the beauty of nature. I would highly recommend Alishan to anyone looking for a unique and unforgettable travel experience. Overall, I would rate Alishan as a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers. It's a perfect getaway from the city, and the combination of stunning natural beauty and well-maintained facilities make for an incredible travel experience. #bucketlistreboot #bucketlistreboot #bucketlistreboot #awesomepic #couplestrip #mytripvlog #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #tripblazers #taiwan

Riding the historical Alishan Forest Railway

For all fans of 🚂 train travel! You can hop on the historical Alishan Forest Railway that moves through the dense forest of Alishan.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ During the Japanese occupation of Taiwan, Alishan Forest Railway was built to facilitate the transportation of resources like cypress wood from the mountain ranges. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Nowadays, we are lucky to still enjoy the rides on this historical train from Chiayi train station up the mountainous region to Fenqihu station or Shizilu station. Visitors can continue the journey to Alishan Forest Recreation Area by buses. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Within the recreation area, there are 3 tourist trains that bring trekkers to different parts of the forest. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ #createwithtrip #naturewonders #railway #train #taiwan #alishan #forestbathing

Little Japanese Village in Chiayi

Name: Hinoki Village Address📍: No. 1, Linsen East Rd, East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600 What it is famous for 😎: Some 30 houses built during the Japanese rule are still preserved here. Japanese architectures, Japanese culture and Japanese cafes can be found in here There are sakura trees in spring with beautiful pink blossoms 🌸 Tourist spots nearby 👀: 💤 🌲 Sleeping Forest - one minute walk 🚂 Alishan Forest Railway Garage Park - 3 minutes walk 🌴Beixianghu Park with botanical garden- 22 minutes walk #chiayi #gardens #culture

was re-emerged from the forest farm dormitory of the Forest Governor's Office of the Governor of Taiwan during the Japanese occupation. Most of the park is a beech wood building, which has now been transformed into a forest cultural and creative park, which is the cultural and creative center of Chiayi. The park covers an area that is quite large. If you accidentally think that you have arrived in Japan, it is a relatively new art park. Many tourists do not know this place. This is a collection of museums, hand-picked shops and hand-made workshops. is a place that is very suitable for slow-moving walks. When it comes, the sky is dark, almost all the shops have Close the door, leave no regrets, be sure to go shopping next time.

Highlander Manor - Alishan Souvenirs

Highlander Manor (高地人庄园 | 阿里山农特产专卖) is a shop that features alishan products. There are cold brewed alishan tea, alishan tea leaves, tea bags and healthy tea (养生茶). They are famous for their Wasabi peanuts too! The wasabi is said to be grown on the alishan mountain and they use that for their Wasabi peanuts. This place is a good spot to purchase gifts or souvenirs or for tea lovers! #fallishere

Charcoal Co

Charcoal Co (炭所馆) is an exhibition that showcases the types of charcoal used in our daily lives. The staffs here will demonstrate to us the purposes of the charcoal and we learnt a few more knowledges about charcoal! One experiment that they showed us was that they use their charcoal to put into a water to show how charcoal can turned the water to neutral PH. After those experiments, you can choose to purchase their products as well if you are keen. #fallishere

Holiday Inn Express Chiayi ✨

#hotelreview We enjoyed our stay at Holiday Inn Express Chiayi and only took us about 7 minutes walk from Chiayi Train Station. The hotel room was spacious and clean. The king size bed mattress is very comfortable. There is a balcony for us to see some view and breathe some fresh air! I would give it a 5/5 star rating for its room overall comfort! The hotel address is as follows: No. 69, Zhongxing Rd, West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600 #holidaymode

The Comfy lobby of Holiday Inn Express Chiayi

Holiday Inn Express Chiayi’s lobby is located on the second floor and this is where we will go to for our check-in and check-out. There is an escalator upon entering the hotel to direct us to second floor. The lobby is comfortable with plenty of sofas and seats available for us. There is a fridge with drinks inside and are being offered to holiday inn member guest. #fallishere

Great stay @ Holiday Inn Express Chiayi

Holiday Inn Express Chiayi is located about 7-8 minutes walk from Chiayi Train Station. We booked their Super King Bed standard room and we were glad we booked this! The room is very spacious with enough space to fit huge luggages. Their mattress is one of the most comfortable we had ever slept on. There is a balcony too! The room is pretty new and clean. We love their room interior design! Address: No. 69號, Zhongxing Rd, West District, Chiayi City, 600 #fallishere

Breakfast @ Holiday Inn Express Chiayi

Holiday Inn Express Chiayi’s breakfast is located on the 2nd floor. We were assisted to our table after verifying our room number. The breakfast is a buffet-style. The breakfast spread is pretty small, with a few hot dishes, a soup, a noodle station, bread station, salad station, desserts station and drinks station. There are cereals available as well. The breakfast served were quite delicious despite not having a big spread. The staffs were attentive too. #fallishere

The forest park in the city

Chiayi City's Zhongshan Park in Taiwan, a place where you can walk into the forest in the city. Every day, many Chiayi people walk and exercise in it. The forest park in the city In Zhongshan Park, Chiayi City, Taiwan, where you can walk into the forest in the city, many Chiayi people exercise by walking in it every day, and just walking makes everyone feel happy

one of the best nature trip and feel the morning breeze while trecking..love it!!!!