Taoyuan County, Taiwan Province Travel Guide

Taoyuan County, Taiwan Province Travel Guide Transportation Guide From Beijing, you can take China Southern Airlines flight CZ5311, departing at 08:15 and arriving at Changde Taohuayuan Airport at 10:45. The economy class fare is approximately 820 RMB, and the flight duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes. Within Taoyuan County, it is recommended to rent a car or charter a car for sightseeing. The driving time between major attractions is approximately 30-50 minutes. Must-Visit Attractions Recommended 1. Taohuayuan Scenic Area As the prototype location for the poem "The Peach Blossom Spring," it includes core attractions such as Wuliu Lake, Taoyuan Mountain, and Tao Yuanming's Stele. In spring, you can admire tens of thousands of acres of peach blossoms, and in autumn, you can experience fruit picking activities. The ancient architectural complex within the scenic area is well-preserved, and Shuifu Pavilion offers panoramic views of the Yuanjiang River. 2. Yiwang Stream A karst landform scenic area known as "Little Guilin." It is recommended to take a bamboo raft tour (approximately 2 hours). Along the way, you can see wonders such as the Twelve Peaks and Elephant Trunk Hill. In summer, you can combine it with rafting activities. 3. Hutoushan Environmental Protection Park A free-to-enter ecological park. The front mountain features cultural landscapes such as Sansheng Palace, and the observation deck on the back mountain offers panoramic views of Taoyuan. It is especially recommended when cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring, and the night lighting project creates a romantic atmosphere. Suggested Itinerary (2 Days, 1 Night) * Day 1: After arriving in the morning, visit Taohuayuan Scenic Area (4-5 hours), and have Taoyuan local chicken for lunch. In the afternoon, head to Yiwang Stream for a raft ride (allow 3 hours). Return to the county seat for accommodation in the evening. * Day 2: In the morning, visit Hutoushan Park and the surrounding Xingdeshan Taoist architectural complex. In the afternoon, depending on the season, choose between fruit picking at Wuyunjie Ecological Park or taking photos at Fenglin Flower Sea. Before returning, you can purchase Taoyuan wild tea as a souvenir. Practical Tips * Best Season: March-April (Peach Blossom Festival), September-November (crisp autumn weather) * Specialty Foods: Taoyuan cured meat, Lei Cha (Hakka pounded tea), Haomao Baba (mugwort cake) * Accommodation Recommendation: Boutique B&Bs in Taohuayuan Ancient Town or four-star hotels in the county seat Taohuayuan Scenic Area Yiwang Stream Hutoushan Environmental Protection Park