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.

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.

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 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.

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.

"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.