Travel Guide

Fengjia Night Market, also known as Fengjia Shopping Mall or Wenhua Night Market, is a famous night market in Xitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It is located next to Feng Chia University and is considered one of Taiwan's largest night markets. The history of the night market can be traced back to 1963, established with the rise of Feng Chia College of Business and Engineering (now Feng Chia University). Initially, the night market developed along Wenhua Road, later expanding to areas such as Fengjia Road, Fuxing Road, and Xi'an Street. In 2006, the Taichung City Economic Development Bureau established the Fengjia Shopping Mall Management Committee, bringing the night market under official management. In 2015, Fengjia Night Market was commended by the Ministry of Economic Affairs for its excellent management, visitor-friendliness, and sustainable development practices. It is renowned for its diverse snacks, merchandise, and lively atmosphere, making it an excellent place to experience Taiwanese night market culture.

Gaomei Wetlands is located at the estuary of Dajia River in Qingshui District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It is a wetland ecological protected area covering an area of approximately 300 hectares. Rich in natural resources, it is a famous birdwatching sanctuary in Taiwan and an excellent spot for watching sunsets. The wetlands feature vast mudflats, wooden boardwalks, and wind turbines, with its unique natural landscape attracting numerous visitors.

Rainbow Village is a unique attraction located in Nantun District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It was created by retired soldier Huang Yung-Fu (known as 'Rainbow Grandpa'), who painted the original military dependents' village houses. His vibrant and whimsical works feature patterns of birds, animals, and people, attracting numerous visitors and making it a highly representative cultural and creative landmark in Taichung. The village was saved from demolition due to its unique artistic charm and has now become a popular tourist destination, especially favored by Asian visitors. It reopened in June 2023, showcasing its newly restored appearance.

The National Taichung Theater is an opera house located in Xitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It was jointly designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito and Cecil Balmond, with a building area of approximately 57,685 square meters. It partially opened in 2014 and officially commenced operations in 2016, serving as an important cultural and artistic landmark in Taiwan.

The 921 Earthquake Museum of Taiwan is a national museum located in Wufeng District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It is dedicated to commemorating the 7.3-magnitude earthquake that struck central Taiwan at 1:47:12.6 AM on September 21, 1999. The museum is built on the site of the former Guangfu Junior High School, with its building shell forming the museum's outer walls. Its Chelungpu Fault Preservation Hall spans the fault line where the earthquake occurred.

The Chun Shui Tang Original Store is located in Taichung City, Taiwan, and is renowned as the birthplace of bubble tea. This teahouse was founded in 1983 under the name 'Yang Xian Teahouse' and is famous for its unique tea beverages and traditional Taiwanese snacks.

Calligraphy Greenway is a linear park located in West District, Taichung City, Taiwan, with a total length of 3.6 kilometers. It is named after the artistic style of Chinese cursive script, winding its way between the city's hustle and bustle and its tranquility. Calligraphy Greenway is mainly composed of two parts: Jingguo Boulevard and Art Museum Parkway. Jingguo Boulevard connects the National Museum of Natural Science and the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, featuring the "Path of Life Evolution." It passes through the National Hotel, Park Lane by CMP, and Citizen's Square, making it a popular spot for street performances and the venue for the annual Taichung Jazz Festival. Art Museum Parkway extends from the south side of the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts to Liuchuan River, featuring numerous large public art installations and a variety of restaurants along the way.

Dakeng Scenic Area is located in Taichung City, Taiwan, known for its numerous scenic hiking trails. It is a great place for citizens to relax, exercise, and get close to nature. There are trails of varying difficulty, suitable for visitors of all fitness levels.

Lihpao Land Resort is a large-scale comprehensive theme park located in Houli District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It boasts a variety of amusement facilities, including the world's first 90-degree vertical dive roller coaster, 'Gravity Max,' and Taiwan's tallest Ferris wheel, 'Sky Dream,' which stands 120 meters tall and offers panoramic views of the park and surrounding scenery. The park also features multiple themed areas with thrilling rides such as the Mine Express, Pirate Ship, and Rapids Ride. Additionally, Lihpao Land Resort includes Lihpao Outlet Mall, offering shopping and dining experiences, making it suitable for the whole family to enjoy.

The Taichung Cultural and Creative Industries Park (Cultural Heritage Park) is located in the South District of Taichung City, Taiwan. It was originally a winery established in 1916 during the Japanese colonial period. After 1945, it was taken over by the Taiwan Tobacco and Wine Monopoly Bureau, continuing its winemaking operations until the factory relocated in 1998. In 2002, 16 buildings within the park were designated as historical monuments. In 2007, the Bureau of Cultural Heritage under the Ministry of Culture took over, undertaking revitalization and reuse efforts, and it opened to the public in 2009 as a venue for art exhibitions and performances. On July 30, 2018, it was officially renamed the "Cultural Heritage Park," dedicated to the research and restoration of cultural assets. The park covers an area of 5.6 hectares and features exhibition halls showcasing works by modern designers and architects, as well as contemporary cultural and creative products and handicrafts.

The Asia Modern Art Museum is an art museum located in Wufeng District, Taichung City, Taiwan, situated within the Asia University campus. Designed by the renowned architect Tadao Ando, the museum is famous for its unique triangular structure. The museum officially opened in 2013, collecting and displaying modern art works from the late 19th century to the present. It features a cafe, a shop, a lecture hall, and multiple art galleries.

Miyahara Eye Clinic (Miyahara Ice Cream) is a pastry shop, restaurant, and ice cream parlor located in Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It was transformed from an ophthalmology clinic built in 1927, hence its name. The building is famous for its unique architectural style (often compared to Hogwarts in 'Harry Potter') and is one of the early urban renewal projects in Taichung's city center. The first floor mainly sells ice cream and various pastries, while the second floor houses a Taiwanese cuisine restaurant called 'Zhaixinglou' (Star-Picking Tower), which has received a 'Bib Gourmand' recommendation from the Michelin Guide.

Qiuhonggu Ecological Park is an urban oasis located in Xitun District, Taichung City, known for its unique sunken landscape design and rich ecological environment. It is an ideal place for citizens to relax, stroll, and get close to nature. The park features lakes, walking trails, and green spaces, making it a great place to relax and unwind.

The Remains of Taichung Station Locomotive Depot is a historically significant relic in Taichung City, formerly the locomotive depot of Taichung Railway Station, witnessing an important stage in Taiwan's railway development, and is an important attraction for understanding Taiwan's railway history.

The Zhang Lianchang Saxophone Museum was established to commemorate Mr. Zhang Lianchang, the father of Taiwanese saxophone. It showcases the craftsmanship of saxophone making, its historical evolution, and various precious saxophone collections.

Xinshe Lavender Forest is a lavender-themed leisure farm and tourist attraction, offering visitors the experience of enjoying flower fields, nature, tasting special delicacies, and purchasing cultural and creative products.

"Ma Wei" refers to the tender shoots of jute, a unique local summer vegetable found in the Nantun district of Taichung. The most common way to eat it is to cook it into "Ma Wei Soup," usually simmered with dried small fish and sweet potato, resulting in a smooth texture and a unique sweet-bitter taste.

A specialty braised dish from Taichung, where chicken feet are slow-cooked in a unique braising liquid until the collagen is fully released. After cooling, the braising liquid naturally solidifies into a jelly-like consistency. It's a refreshing, chewy, and unique snack.

A highly popular breakfast representative in Taichung, seemingly a simple toast sandwich, but stands out due to its unique preparation method. Marinated pork loin slices are charcoal-grilled or pan-fried, paired with freshly fried scallion egg, and sandwiched between soft, crustless white toast.

A Taichung specialty pastry that subverts the traditional impression of sweet cakes. It features a soft chiffon cake base filled with a savory filling made from stir-fried pork, shallots, bamboo shoots, etc., topped with mayonnaise and crispy fried shallots.

A unique specialty snack exclusive to Taichung, it is a type of thick yellow noodle with a high alkali content. When cooked, it naturally produces a thick broth, requiring no additional thickening. It is usually served with ingredients such as fried shallots, dried shrimp, chives, and minced pork sauce.

A globally popular Taiwanese original shaken beverage. Made with a black tea or green tea base, milk or creamer, and the most iconic chewy 'pearls' (boba) made from tapioca flour, creating a rich and interesting texture.

A snack made by coating toast crusts or toast strips with butter and sugar, then baking them until golden and crispy. Though seemingly simple, its sweet and crispy texture has made it a popular group-buy food and souvenir in Taichung.

Taichung's most iconic specialty and souvenir. It is a handmade round malt sugar pastry with a crispy and flaky crust, and a filling of pure malt sugar that is sweet but not cloying, symbolizing Taichung's pastry culture.

A unique old-fashioned shaved ice dessert from Taichung, a cup combining three distinct textures and flavors. The bottom layer is a sweet and sour plum shaved ice, the middle is sweet honey beans, and it's topped with a scoop of milk ice cream.

Although taro balls are popular throughout Taiwan, Taichung's taro balls are renowned for their unique preparation and texture. Made by hand with high-quality local ingredients such as Dajia taro and mixed with sweet potato flour, they have a chewy texture and a rich taro aroma.

A common Taiwanese thick soup snack, featuring pork meatballs (rou geng) made from pork coated with fish paste or tapioca starch, served in a thickened broth simmered with shredded bamboo shoots, wood ear mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, etc. Taichung's Rou Geng broth is clear and has a unique flavor.

A Taiwanese shaved ice dessert with a nostalgic flavor, piled high with various beans and preserved fruits cooked in syrup, such as adzuki beans, mung beans, candied pineapple, and preserved plums, and finally drizzled with banana essence or syrup.

Iced black tea vigorously shaken with black tea, syrup, and ice in a shaker cup to create a dense, frothy foam. This seemingly simple drink is the progenitor of Taiwan's hand-shaken beverage culture and the precursor to bubble milk tea.

Taichung's Chao Mian is distinct from other regions. It uses yellow oil noodles, which are first steamed and then stir-fried, resulting in a soft and tender texture. It is typically topped with a generous amount of minced pork sauce (rou zao) and is a daily staple for Taichung locals, enjoyed from breakfast to late-night snacks.

A unique Taichung dish, combining charcoal-grilled Taiwanese barbecue slices with refreshing mayonnaise, lettuce, apple slices, cucumber slices, and other salad ingredients. It's a creative dish that blends Taiwanese barbecue and Japanese salad.

More than just a condiment, it's a culinary belief and cultural symbol for Taichung locals. This chili sauce is savory and sweet, with a slightly thick texture and mild spiciness. It pairs perfectly with various foods and is regarded as a 'divine sauce' by people in Taichung.