New Taipei City Travel

The“Lion Head Mountain Park”is situated on a 70-meter altitude Jinshan cape. Transformed from an early military coast guard restricted zone to the tourist destination today, the old barracks, bunker, fort and natural habitat was preserved. It is a forest walk with a good view and ocean on three sides. The Lion Head Mountain ringed walkway is cool with a gentle rise and trees to either side. It is fit for family outings, passing the adorable lucky trail (Maitreya figure) and walking further in for the beautiful “Couple Rock” story and see the “Candle Stick Rocks” shaped like candle holders. One can also visit the mystery bay of the north coast and appreciate Tofu Rock and sand rock remains on the marine beach. The best part about visiting Lion Head Mountain is the chance to see all three “Golden Coast Wonders” at once, the Candle Stick Rock, sulfuric fire fishing and moonlight on water.

The Mysterious Coast is one of the newest hot scenic spots hidden at the Shuiwei Fishing Port. Climbing up the wooden stairs by the Fishing Port, visitors would be immediately welcomed by an infinite horizon of the sea and a terrain of marine abrasion. Following the light beamed through the cave, visitors would arrive at the secret paradise. The wide and open sights here seem to be so different from that of the Shuiwei Fishing Port. As seawater splashed on the jagged rocks of surrealistic shapes, visitors would be immersed in the ocean’s grandeur up close and personal. Turning around, visitors would abruptly realize that the cave they just came through was actually a gigantic rock – its myriad layers would have the visitors wonder over Mother Nature’s magical work!

“Jinshan Old Street (JinBaoLi Old Street)”is currently the only remaining Qing dynasty old street in the north coast. With a three hundred year history, it used to be the major gathering place for farm goods and fishery for JinBaoLi residents. “Local special” red-centered yams and Tiaohshi taros and other vegetables can be bought in morning markets according to the season. The age old popular delicacies and local specialties are a must try at JinBaoLi Old Street. Must buy souvenirs include one-bite pastry, A Yu sesame rice crispy, etc. There are also a variety of freshly made traditional snacks such as yam slices, black sugar cake, taro cake and rice stratiform cake, etc with the super popular duck meat stand in front of Guan An temple. The self- serve culture forms a unique site of the place. JinBaoLi Old Street accommodates all tastes whether you enjoy sweet or salty.

Welcome to the surfers’ paradise in northern Taiwan, with golden sandy shore and swell waves.

Located about 29 kilometers along the No. 2 Provincial Highway is Shimen (Stone) Arch. This is not a cave at all, but a stone arch formed by erosion. Standing at the side of the highway, it offers an excellent spot to look out at the sea. On top of the stone arch there are seats and what remains of a gun emplacement.

W hen you see the pictures of Laomei, you would think they have been photoshopped. However, when you get the chance to visit the site in person, you will find that the picture’s beauty is no exaggeration. Ages ago, the volcanic eruption of Datun Mountain formed a volcanic reef by the seashore.

Fugui Cape Lighthouse is the northernmost landmark on Taiwan Island. It was built in 1897 and stands at 14.3 meters high. All the building materials were shipped from Japan and its black-and-white exterior is very eye-catching, so much so you can see it from miles away! As a functioning lighthouse, the tower is equipped with a foghorn that guides the sailors home when it gets misty at sea.

Located at the border of Sanzhi District and Shimen District, Linshanbi’s natural geological scenery was one of the shooting sites for the film Secret. A scene in the movie, where the male leading actor was walking the female leading actress home, was exactly shot at the bikeway in the Linshanbi Recreation Area. Many tourists here would look for this beautiful trail – and the gorgeous ocean view along the way is especially breathtaking as the breeze blows over the whistling pine trees and as the sea breeze triggers the silvery waves.

Enjoy the romantic embrace of the ocean on the most beautiful runway on the North Coast

There are many romantic scenic sites in the periphery of the Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf, and Tamsui Lover’s Bridge is a favored place for couples in love. The soft-toned Lover’s Bridge features a sailboat shape, whereas the different sized boats berthed at the wharf opposite to the Lover’s Bridge offer an alternative sentiment. It is recommended to visit the Lovers Bridge to admire the sunset during dusk hours, which is magnificent with the sunlight from the setting sun shining on the surface of the river. When night falls, it transforms into a resplendent project mapping show with rainbow colors that vary with the time to light up the Tamsui riverside. It will be even more convenient to go there with the availability of the Danhai Light Rail “Blue Sea Line,” where one can experience the romantic sea views after getting off at the Fisherman’s Wharf Station.