Top Things to do in Alishan
Top 10 Things to do in Alishan, Chiayi County
Discover the best top things to do in Alishan, Taiwan including Yuyupas, Tashan Trail, Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, Alishan Giant Trees Park Trail, Alishan Shenmu Area, Jiayi Dadongshan Forest Trail, Mihu Trail, Alishan Jhaoping Park, Shouzhen Temple, Sister Lake.
Restaurants in Alishan
1. Yuyupas
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By JeniseL_12 - Singapore, Singapore
There are not more than 7000 in the Tsou people group. This place was established about 10 years ago to promote their culture and also provide a means of livelihood. If you are English speaking, a guide will be helpful. We had a lovely time enjoying the local tea and chatting to the friendly staff. Like anything, the more you engage you more you learn. It would have been lovely if we could walk along the tea plantation. Just a beautiful location. If you visit there is an opportunity to drink and purchase the tea planted and also take in the cultural show. We arrived for the 11am show. After the cultural show, you have the option of dining in their local restaurant. My heart warms to a community who is trying to survive. Wishing them every success.
2. Tashan Trail
3. Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 462 reviews
The Alishan Mountain Range is one of the five largest mountain ranges in Taiwan. However, “Alishan,” which means “Ali Mountain,” is in fact not a single mountain, but rather refers to the entire mountain range. The area has been home to a rich stock of Taiwan red cypresses and Taiwan yellow cedars since ancient times. From 1912 until the late 1960s this was the site of the largest forestry center in all of Taiwan. The Giant Trees Plank Trail within the recreation area currently has two sections. Walking along the trail, you’ll encounter 36 red cypress giant trees that have survived through the centuries, reminders of the magnificence of these sacred trees.
Reviewed By 943kbc - Illinois, United States
Even if you are unable to hike long distances or climb many stairs you can enjoy Alishan. Just take the 100nt train to the tops, walk 45 minutes through the forest seeing the old trees and views down the stairs, and take the train back from the Sacred Tree. Recommend going morning up to 11am to beat the fog rolling in.
4. Alishan Giant Trees Park Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
The Alishan Mountain Range is one of the five largest mountain ranges in Taiwan. However, “Alishan,” which means “Ali Mountain,” is in fact not a single mountain, but rather refers to the entire mountain range. The area has been home to a rich stock of Taiwan red cypresses and Taiwan yellow cedars since ancient times. From 1912 until the late 1960s this was the site of the largest forestry center in all of Taiwan. The Giant Trees Plank Trail within the recreation area currently has two sections. Walking along the trail, you’ll encounter 36 red cypress giant trees that have survived through the centuries, which are reminders of the magnificence of these sacred trees.
5. Alishan Shenmu Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By DavidASU - Union City, United States
This reminds me the Redwood Forest and Muir wood in California, smaller scale but easier to walk around. It was an excellent experience to walk in this area and breathed the freshest air while your eyes watched all beautiful nature scenes. This is a must visit spot and must do activity at Alishan.
6. Jiayi Dadongshan Forest Trail
7. Mihu Trail
8. Alishan Jhaoping Park
9. Shouzhen Temple
10. Sister Lake
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 32 reviews
These two high mountain lakes of different sizes are so clear that they look like two mirrors. You can enjoy the reflections in the water of the Taiwan red false cypress forest. Walking on the stone steps going downhill through the forest, Sister Ponds with a legendary sad love story will appear first in front of your eyes; then, the trail leads to The Four Sisters, which refers to four straight cypress trees growing side by side on the top of the remaining stump, and the spectacular attraction, the heart-shaped Love Forever, which was formed by the head and roots of two old cypress trees growing together.
Reviewed By DavidASU - Union City, United States
The sister lake is a must visit spit at Alishan. The lake, the pavilion in the middle of lake escalate the beauty to another level, especially with the reflection in the lake. Different angle, different spot would make the views very different with the reflection. It’s a perfect spot to meditate to rest your soul to recharge your chi, the mental strength. Moreover, all the trees surroundings provide fendoline (Phytoncide) to refresh your body, your mind, what else you can ask, nowadays, in this modern era.
