For many people who visit Taiwan, they know only Taipei. Taichung, which is 2 hours by train from Taipei, is actually a city you must visit during your Taiwan trip. Why is the city so charming? Here are some reasons:

Firstly, it’s a city with delicious food. Fancy restaurants are everywhere. One of the most famous night markets in Taiwan, Fengjia Night Market, is here. There are various kinds of food that make you mouthwatering: Takoyaki, steak, egg pancake, bubble tea, chicken fillet, stinky tofu, fried squid, sausage with sticky rice, … Are you hungry now? People in Taichung become real foodies with so many delicious foods around.

If you love knowledge more, the good news is Taichung is a city with good museums. Take National Taichung Science Museum for example. It brings you the world of dinosaurs, special plants and science. It’s a good place for you and your kids though kids often scream because of the machine dinosaurs. Another recommended place is National Taichung Theater. With the special design, the theater looks more like the combinaiton of many pots and vases. And most importantly, the building is known for no pillars! Isn’t it interesting?

If you love art, surely you should come to Taichung. It is a creative city. On holidays people visit craft markets to enjoy shopping and music. Buy some gifts for your beloved one. Taichung is the number one choice.

And most importantly, Taichung is a beautiful city. There are too many places for you to take pictures, have a picnic or exercise. Lovers’ Bridge, which is all pink, is a popular place for couples. The Luce Chapel, with the shape of praying arms, is designed by Ieoh Ming Pei, the last master of high modernist architecture. Taichung Park is the most representative spot with an old lake and a special Japanese style building. Dakan Walking Trail is for hiking and maybe you can encounter Fromosan monkeys. Houses in Raibow Village is painted with colorful and creative pictures.

Taichung has a mild climate and it can fulfill all your travel wishes. Visit Taichung anytime when you take a trip to Taiwan.