In addition to the "Three Treasures of Gangshan"—mutton, honey, and soybean paste—the dedicated efforts of a group promoting local culture and history have revealed the region's rich historical landscape to us. This time, we explored Gangshan Old Street, capturing its essence, and also climbed to the top of the Siaogangshan Skywalk. From this vantage point, we could see the entire Kaohsiung.
When people visit Nantou, their first stop is often Yuchih Township, a place blessed with scenic lakes, mountains, and rich culture. Whether by bus or driving along the highway, the journey through the misty Sun Moon Lake and the rolling hills is a visual delight. The shimmering waters and the lush mountains create a mesmerizing landscape.
As the train slowly leaves Pingtung and arrives at Dawu in Taitung, the scenery outside the window becomes more magnificent. The seamless blend of Taitung's blue sky and the sparkling white waves sweeps away my gloom, leaving a bright and tranquil feeling. There's no denying that Taitung Blue has a magical, healing power!
Puyan, primarily an agricultural area, is known as the "Hometown of Vegetables" and also called the "Hometown of Glutinous Rice" due to its large production of glutinous rice. The picturesque countryside here can be seen in many rural areas of Taiwan; however, the temples nestled in the fields give Puyan a unique cultural landscape.
Located in Yuli, within the East Rift Valley, the area is surrounded by the Central Mountain Range and the Coastal Range, with the Xiuguluan River flowing through it. Its beautiful landscapes attract countless tourists.
Located in Nanzhou, Pingtung, formerly known as "Xizhou," the town was named after the "Xizhou River" flowing through it. Since there were many places in Taiwan named "Xizhou," to prevent confusion, it was renamed "Nanzhou" in 1956.
Home to the largest Guanyin Industrial Park in northern Taiwan, an important rice granary in Taoyuan, and a major lotus production area, this region also boasts a century-old lighthouse and the famous green tunnel scenic spot. Guanyin District excels in culture, tourism, industry, and agriculture.
"The Old City of Fengshan County" in Zuoying? What's the story behind this?
Pokhara, located in central Nepal, is surrounded by the Annapurna Himal and Dhaulagiri Himal. It is a favorite destination for hikers. On clear days, you can see the snow-capped Machapuchare, also known as the "Fish Tail" Mountain.
When I visited Chitwan National Park, I had the chance to see many rare Indian rhinoceros! In the early morning, I went on a jungle walk, and in the afternoon, I went on a jeep safari. All day long, my senses were on high alert, spotting many exotic animals and birds!