Located in Dali, Taichung, Pusasi is a very special kind of Buddhist temple. There is none of the solemn grandeur traditionally associated with temples, nor the thick clouds of incense that often fill the air. Instead, visitors are greeted by an old plum tree, large rocks, a pond, and climbing vines at the entrance. With fewer preconceived notions comes more room for imagination and possibilities.
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Tainan ◦ Liouying | More Than Just Fresh Milk: A Place That Nurtured Masters of Art | TAIWAN 368-75
When people think of Liouying, often praised as Taiwan’s “hometown of dairy cows,” the first thing that comes to mind is its rich and fragrant fresh milk. I’m a devoted fan of Liouying milk myself. On this visit to Liouying, I discovered not only the local Liu clan culture, but also artists who left a profound impact on the worlds of painting and music. Only then did I realize there is another side of Liouying—one that is truly captivating.
Every time I visit Tainan, I am either amazed by its time-honored cuisine, lingering among historic sites, or discovering unexpected scenery in its narrow alleys. This time, a walk into the North District brought all three delights at once. Tainan is simply a city that never grows tiresome, no matter how many times you return.
I remember that when I was graduating from high school and preparing for university entrance exams, a close friend made a special trip to Taichung to take a local train—just to collect a commemorative ticket that read “Zhuifen–Chenggong” (which sounds like “pursuing success” in Chinese) and wish me good luck.
