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Enchanting Tea Plantations in Chiayi, Taiwan

Located in central Taiwan, Chiayi is known for its world-famous teas. Its versatile terrain is like a tea plantation paradise. Among the enchanting tea plantations in this beautiful county are those around the famous “1314 Observation Deck” (一生一世景觀台) in Ruifeng Village and Taixing Village in this county’s Meishan Township. The ‘1314 Observation Deck’ Nestled in ...

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Tea plantations in Chiayi, Taiwan

The Beautiful Plum Lake in Taiwan

Plum Lake, also known as Meihua Lake (梅花湖), is a natural reservoir located at Dongshan Township in northeast Taiwan’s Yilan County. Lush green hills surround the lake on three sides, covering a total surface area of about 20 hectares (49 acres). It is the main attraction of the county’s Meihua Lake Scenic Area.  For more ...

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Plum Lake is a beautiful natural reservoir in northeastern Taiwan.

The Magnificent Turtle Island in Taiwan

Nestled peacefully in the vast blue Pacific Ocean, Turtle Island, also known as Guishan Island, used to be a mysterious volcanic island 10 km (6.2 miles) off the coast of Yilan County’s Toucheng Township in northeastern Taiwan.  The island is named for the resemblance of its topography to a turtle swimming in the ocean. Covering ...

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A visitor carried a pet turtle to the top of the highest peak on Turtle Island.

National Forests in the Baltics Connected With Epic New Hiking Trail

Adventure lovers, particularly hikers, have some great news. An epic new hiking trail has opened that connects various national parks and forests in the Baltic region — Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The hiking trail is 1,300 miles (2,092 kilometers) long and the majority lies in national parks. This hiking trail brings great opportunities to explore ...

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A woman sitting on a rock ledge.

Visiting Taiwan? This Hiking Trail Is a Must See!

There is a hiking trail in Taiwan with such beautiful vistas that tourists say it’s an adventure you simply must take in your life. People come here for the dream-like scenery and the thrill of the climb. The most popular route in the Taroko National Park is the Zhuilu Trail. The most magnificent scenic spot ...

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