Shihmen Reservoir Things to Do

Tamshui Ferry provides transportation between Tamshui and Pa Li and there is on-board entertainment. Enjoy great views of the Arch Bridge of Kuandu, Kuanyin Mountain, the Tamshui River and the sunset. If you wish to bird-watch... more

This well-maintained path begins to the south (inland) side of the Tam Sui MRT station, and runs all the way to the Hung Shu Lin MRT stop. In addition to offering great views of the town of Pa Li and Kuan Yin Mountain on the ot... more

Weather you agree with the park rangers that Yehliu's strange rock formations resemble a nymph's sandal, a wading elephant, tofu cubes or a queen's profile, chances are you will find the landscape here spectacular. Tourists pou... more

At four or five o'clock in the evening, when all the fishing boats have returned back to the harbor, a breeze blows from the direction of the ocean bringing with it a salty fragrance. You will find standing on Dan Shui Deck wil... more

This monument is known in Chinese as Hong Mao Cheng, the fort of the red-haired barbarians. The Portuguese built a fortress here in 1628, but lost it to the Dutch in 1642. The Chinese warrior Koxinga then pushed the Dutch out o... more

Hell Valley is famous for its special sulfur scent. In the early 20th century, sulfur mining was the key to Peitou's booming economy. Nowadays, Hell Valley is a nature reserve where people can see natural hotsprings. In the pas... more

Chou was born in 1788 and died in 1846. Her husband passed away not long after they married. Chou stayed in mourning and never remarried. She diligently served her parents-in-law and raised her children on her own. Because of h... more

The Chinese name for Taipei's most popular water park is Ba Xian Le Yuan. The park contains five water slides, a kiddy pool, lazy river, and numerous eateries. It is difficult to reach by public transport due to its location on... more

This romantic 19th floor restaurant bar fits well with the 長榮桂冠酒店, which is known in Keelung for its luxury and class. Cocktails, attentive service, soothing live music and a limited but outstanding menu all tie for a close sec... more

A colossal white statue of Guan-Yin, the goddess of mercy, is Keelung's main tourist attraction. The smiling deity on a mountain is said to be the guiding landmark for incoming ships and visitors. A climb inside to the top of t... more