About
Lantern festivals and nara merch, a unique taiwanese gem.
Why go
- Gateway to Alishan with cool historical spots
- Suitable for those who prefer tranquility
- Feels like a mix of history, culture, and nature
Must try
- Wander Hinoki Village
- Try Chiayi’s famous turkey/chicken rice
- Eat your way through Wenhua Road Night Market
- Official Yoshitomo Nara merch store and free exhibition
- Ride the Alishan Forest Railway
Pro tips
- Start in Chiayi, around 1.5 hours from Taipei by high-speed rail
- Public transport can be challenging, so walking is common
- Mostly restaurants close around 7:30 PM, unless in a mall
- Give the Chiayi-Fenqihu-Alishan route 2-3 nights
- Use Klook discount code for 10% off HSR, train + experience bookings
Good to know
- Halal food slightly cheaper but expensive souvenirs/transport
- Xin'gang Cultural Hall Warehouse #25 is closed on Mondays
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