A New Choice for Mid-Autumn Moon Viewing: Take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle 965 Route for an Autumn Trip to the Golden Mountain Town
Press Release from New Taipei City Government Tourism and Travel Department - September 11, 2024
A New Choice for Mid-Autumn Moon Viewing: Take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle 965 Route for an Autumn Trip to the Golden Mountain Town
[New Taipei City News] As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, the New Taipei City Government Tourism and Travel Department has introduced a brand-new moon-viewing route in collaboration with the recently launched Taiwan Tourist Shuttle 965 Jiufen-Jinguashi Line. This route allows people to easily explore the Golden Mountain Town and enjoy the unique Mid-Autumn moonlit scenery. The 965 line connects several key transportation hubs in Taipei, including Banqiao, Wanhua Railway Station, Ximen and Beimen MRT stations, and Ruifang Railway Station, making it convenient for travelers to visit from various locations. According to Tourism and Travel Department Director Yang Tsung-Min, the 965 line not only provides a convenient transportation option but also offers a comprehensive travel experience in the Golden Mountain Town. From the nostalgic atmosphere of Jiufen Old Street to the gold mining history of Jinguashi and the magnificent view of the Shuinandong 13-Level Ruins, visitors can experience the diverse charm of New Taipei in a single trip. The route also promotes the concept of eco-friendly travel by encouraging the use of public transportation, helping to preserve the natural environment of the mountain town.
To ensure visitors have the best moon-viewing experience, the Tourism and Travel Department has specially planned a rich one-day itinerary. Visitors can take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle 965 in the morning to Jiufen, stroll through the nostalgic Jiufen Old Street, and enjoy local delicacies such as taro balls, fish balls, and herbal rice cakes. After a leisurely time at a tea house on Jiufen Old Street, visitors can visit Shengping Theater to take memorable photos. In the afternoon, head to Jinguashi to visit the Gold Museum, where you can learn about Taiwan’s gold mining history and even experience the joy of gold panning. As evening approaches, visitors can go to Shuinandong to admire the 13-Level Ruins, once the largest refinery in the Jinguashi area, now an awe-inspiring industrial relic.
As night falls, visitors returning to Jiufen can enjoy the sight of the bright full moon alongside the mountain town’s nightscape from Jiufen’s Old Street or higher vantage points. Jiufen’s night view, known as one of the most beautiful in Taiwan, is also an ideal spot for moon viewing. To make this journey even more convenient, the Tourism and Travel Department has introduced three special discount packages, starting at just NT$399, which include a NT$100 Golden Mountain Town EasyCard, a golden miner’s grilled bun, and a creative souvenir. Director Yang Tsung-Min expressed that the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle 965 Jiufen-Jinguashi Line connects popular attractions like Jiufen and Jinguashi as well as local gems such as Ruifang Old Street, allowing more people to experience the culture and natural beauty of New Taipei City during this memorable Mid-Autumn Festival. For more information on New Taipei City tourism, please visit the official links.
【This news release has been translated by ChatGPT.】
