Taipei - Yangmingshan National Park Travel Guide is here

Taipei Yangmingshan National Park Travel Guide‼ ️ Yangmingshan National Park is located in the suburbs of Taipei City. It is one of the earliest national parks in Taiwan. It has rich volcanic geological landscapes, diverse ecological resources and beautiful natural scenery. Whether you are strolling on the mountain trails or admiring the sea of ​​flowers, it can bring a pleasant travel experience. ⚠️Preliminary preparation 1️⃣. Documents: Mainland residents traveling to Taiwan need to apply for a "Mainland Resident Travel Permit to Taiwan" and a Taiwan Entry Permit. Be sure to apply in advance to ensure a smooth trip. 2️⃣, Clothing 👕: The temperature in the mountains is relatively low. Even in summer, it is recommended to bring a long-sleeved jacket 🧥; light jackets with T-shirts 👕 are suitable in spring and autumn; winter is relatively cold, so you need to prepare thick cotton coats, scarves 🧣, gloves 🧤 and other warm clothes. In addition, prepare comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes for easy walking on the trails🚶‍♂️. 3️⃣, Other items: Bring an umbrella 🌂 or raincoat, as the weather in the mountains is changeable and rainfall 💦 is frequent; prepare sun protection products such as sunscreen, sun hats 🧢, and sunglasses to prevent sunburn; cameras and power banks are also essential to record the beautiful moments. Transportation 1️⃣, Public transportation 🚌: From Taipei Main Station, you can take bus 2️⃣6️⃣0️⃣ at Beimen to Yangmingshan Station (the final stop), and then transfer to the 1️⃣0️⃣8️⃣ Garden Bus to various attractions; you can also take the MRT Tamsui Line or Beitou Line to MRT Jiantan Station, transfer to the Hong🔴5 Line to Yangmingshan Station (the final stop), and then transfer to the 1️⃣0️⃣8️⃣ Garden Bus 🚌. 2️⃣, Self-driving🚗: You can drive via Zhongshan North Road Section 1, Zhongshan North Road Section 5, Fulin Road, Fuxing Bridge, Yangde Avenue, and go to the Yangmingshan National Park Visitor Center (No. 1️⃣-2️⃣0️⃣, Zhuzihu Road, Beitou District, Taipei City). However, there are more tourists on weekends and holidays, and parking spaces are tight, so you need to plan ahead. Main attractions 1️⃣, Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area: It is about 8️⃣0️⃣5️⃣ meters above sea level. It is a concave volcanic active terrain. Steam is emitted from the fumaroles all year round. You can smell the sulfur. The surrounding scenery is unique. There are observation decks and trails, where you can experience the charm of volcanic geology up close. Opening hours⏰ are 9️⃣:0️⃣0️⃣ - 1️⃣6️⃣:3️⃣0️⃣ every day. Closed on the last Monday of each month (one day later if it is a statutory holiday) and Lunar New Year's Eve. 2️⃣ , Qingtiangang Recreation Area: It has a large grassland with a wide view. If you are lucky, you can see cattle grazing 🐄. There are also the famous Yulu Ancient Road and Shitiling Hiking Trail, which are suitable for strolling, enjoying the scenery and relaxing. The opening hours are the same as Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area. 3️⃣ , Lengshuikeng Recreation Area: The water temperature is about 4️⃣0️⃣℃. There is a public hot spring bath 🛀 where you can soak for free to relax your body and mind. The Milk Lake next to it is the only precipitated sulfur deposit in Taiwan. The lake water is milky white and unique. 4️⃣, Dream Lake Ecological Reserve: It is home to Taiwan’s unique aquatic fern “Taiwan Isoetes”, which is a rare and endangered protected plant. You need to apply in advance to enter. You can overlook Qingtiangang and Jingshan Suspension Bridge from the top of the trail. Opening hours are 24 hours a day. 5️⃣, Yangmingshan Flower Season: Spring (February 2️⃣, 2️⃣, 1️⃣ - April 5️⃣) is a good time to enjoy flowers, mainly cherry blossoms, azaleas, and camellias. The Zhuzihu Calla Lily Season (March - April) is also very popular, with flowers blooming all over the mountains, which is beautiful. Tour route planning 1️⃣, One-day tour: Qianshan Park (appreciate the Chinese garden landscape) → Yangmingshan Park (appreciate flowers, punch the flower clock) → Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area (experience the volcanic terrain) → Qingtiangang Recreation Area (stroll on the grassland) → Lengshuikeng Recreation Area (soak in hot springs, see Milk Lake). 2️⃣, two-day tour: On the first day, Qianshan Park → Yangming Book House (learn about cultural and historical sites) → Lin Yutang's former residence (feel the literary atmosphere) → Visitor Center (obtain tourism information); on the second day, Xiaoyoukeng Recreation Area → Erziping Recreation Area (experience the volcanic depression landscape) → Datun Recreation Area (learn about the "indigo dyeing" industry, etc.) → Menghuan Lake Ecological Reserve (explore rare plants) → Qixing Park (appreciate the scenery of the Taipei Basin). Food Recommendations 1️⃣, Zhuzihu Mountain Product Street: There are many mountain product shops. White-cut chicken is the specialty. In winter, you can also taste sweet potato soup and steamed buns. It is unique to enjoy food in a natural environment. 2️⃣, Night markets around Yangmingshan: such as Shilin Night Market, where you can taste Taiwanese specialties such as oyster omelette, large intestine wrapped in small intestine, braised pork rice 🍜, and pearl milk tea 🧋. ⚠️⚠️Things to note 1️⃣. The weather in mountainous areas is changeable, and heavy fog is prone to occur during the rainy season and winter. Check the weather forecast before traveling, bring rain gear and warm clothes, and pay attention to safety when driving. 2️⃣. Follow the instructions of the scenic area and move on the trails 🚶‍♂️ and driveways. Do not enter unopened areas to avoid getting lost or getting into danger. 3️⃣. When bathing in the Lengshuikeng public hot spring, please abide by relevant regulations, such as taking a shower first, not scrubbing your body, wearing a hat for long hair, etc., to maintain the quality of the hot spring water.