JiufenA former gold-mining town on a hillside above the sea in New Taipei, known for narrow lantern-lit lanes and teahouses.TainanA city in southwest Taiwan with centuries-old temples, Dutch-era forts, and food from small, long-running shops.Sun Moon LakeA mountain lake in central Taiwan where most visitors cycle part of the shore, take the ferry, or ride the cable car.AlishanA mountain forest area above Chiayi with giant cypress trails, a heritage forest railway, and sunrise viewpoints.KentingTaiwan's southern tip: a national park with beaches, coral coastline, and a busy main street.Convenience storesVegetarian labels, what visitors buy, and which chain does what.
Most trips combine a train with a Taiwan Tourist Shuttle bus. See train answers and EasyCard answers before you go.