Yilan 宜蘭

Some pictures of Yilan

Presentation of Yilan
An hour’s drive southeast of Taipei, Yilan County is a historic aboriginal center, renowned for its gently sloping mountains, rocky coastlines, and beaches. The region’s relatively rainy weather may encourage you to relax in one of the area’s many hot springs. The “small” city of Yilan (population 100,000) has a few places that make it a great first stop if you plan to explore the coast from north to south. Indeed, this region which extends from Yilan to Taitung contains a culture very specific to Taiwan and its first populations of aboriginal and Hakka cultures, in particular. Smaller in size than most other large cities, Yilan has the merit of being on the seaside, and of offering in its region a variety of places including lakes, parks, museums of arts and history of Taiwan, hot springs… And what about the night market of Luodong (city attached to that of Yilan), one of the most popular in Taiwan, and filled with light and delicious local dishes to taste.
What to see in Yilan?
Wai’ao Beach
Learn to surf on a black volcanic sand beach, located just north of Yilan City.
Turtle Mountain Island
Located 10 km off the coast of Yilan County and accessible by ferry, the island is home to Taiwan’s only active volcano. On site, you can observe whales and dolphins, as well as explore the island’s underwater hot springs, abandoned village, cliffs, and more.
The National Center for Traditional Arts
Spanning 24 hectares, this center aims to preserve and modernize Taiwan’s traditional arts. The center’s buildings are designed in the style of the various arts that have shaped the country, offering insight into the island’s history. Additionally, regional culinary specialties are available to visitors on-site.
Jiaoxi Hot Springs
Located just north of Yilan, Jiaoxi is a town truly dedicated to spas and hot springs. These hot springs allow you to bathe your feet and legs in pools filled with fish of various sizes that will buff away dead skin. A thrill guaranteed!
Taipingshan National Forest Recreation Area
Nature lovers will be delighted with their trip to Taipingshan. Its abandoned forest, shrouded in a mysterious mist, as well as its seas of clouds and its peaceful lake (located at 1,840 meters above sea level, making it the highest lake in Taiwan) will satisfy hiking enthusiasts, who can then relax in the park’s hot springs.
Interesting activities

Surfing in Wai’ao
Turtle Mountain Island
Relaxing in Jiaoxi Hot Springs
Hiking in Taipingshan