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Hualien County
Located in eastern Taiwan, Hualien is home to the world-class Taroko National Park and expansive Pacific Ocean vistas. With its long, slender geography, each part of Hualien offers distinct travel experiences, making it a favorite destination for nature lovers.
Recommended Itineraries and Experiences
Exploring Hualien from North to South
Taroko Gorge and Nearby Experiences
Near Taroko, Dajili Tribe House serves authentic Indigenous cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients, offering a healthy and flavorful introduction to Taiwan’s Indigenous food culture. Visitors can reach the area via the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle and alight at the Dajili Arts & Cultural Base.
Whale Watching and Qixingtan Beach
The Kuroshio Current flows past Hualien’s offshore waters, bringing migratory fish that attract whales and dolphins. From May to September, whale watching is at its peak. Join a tour departing from the Port of Hualien to spot cetaceans at sea while taking in distant views of the dramatic Qingshui Cliff.
Nearby Qixingtan Scenic Area is another local highlight and home to set-net fishing grounds. In addition to enjoying sweeping ocean views, visitors can stop by Huiyouba FISH BAR, an interactive seafood experience center that introduces Hualien’s local catch, fishing methods, and the importance of marine sustainability.
Green Farms and the Huadong Valley Plain
For something different, head to Lichuan Fish Farm to try catching clams by hand in the water. In Guangfu Township, the Fata’an Leisure Farming Area features rare inland wetlands and preserves Amis cultural traditions. Here, visitors can experience the Amis “Palakaw” ecological fishing method and learn how local communities live in harmony with nature.
Farther south, the Huadong Valley Plain forms one of Hualien’s most important agricultural regions. From May to June and again from late October to November, golden rice fields ripple across the landscape. From August to September, Chike Mountain and Liushishi Mountain burst into bloom during daylily season, offering the region's idyllic rural landscapes.
Recommended Itineraries and Experiences
Exploring Hualien from North to South
Taroko Gorge and Nearby Experiences
Near Taroko, Dajili Tribe House serves authentic Indigenous cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients, offering a healthy and flavorful introduction to Taiwan’s Indigenous food culture. Visitors can reach the area via the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle and alight at the Dajili Arts & Cultural Base.
Whale Watching and Qixingtan Beach
The Kuroshio Current flows past Hualien’s offshore waters, bringing migratory fish that attract whales and dolphins. From May to September, whale watching is at its peak. Join a tour departing from the Port of Hualien to spot cetaceans at sea while taking in distant views of the dramatic Qingshui Cliff.
Nearby Qixingtan Scenic Area is another local highlight and home to set-net fishing grounds. In addition to enjoying sweeping ocean views, visitors can stop by Huiyouba FISH BAR, an interactive seafood experience center that introduces Hualien’s local catch, fishing methods, and the importance of marine sustainability.
Green Farms and the Huadong Valley Plain
For something different, head to Lichuan Fish Farm to try catching clams by hand in the water. In Guangfu Township, the Fata’an Leisure Farming Area features rare inland wetlands and preserves Amis cultural traditions. Here, visitors can experience the Amis “Palakaw” ecological fishing method and learn how local communities live in harmony with nature.
Farther south, the Huadong Valley Plain forms one of Hualien’s most important agricultural regions. From May to June and again from late October to November, golden rice fields ripple across the landscape. From August to September, Chike Mountain and Liushishi Mountain burst into bloom during daylily season, offering the region's idyllic rural landscapes.