Sunday, May 15, 2011

Alishan national scenic area


Transportation:
  1. Alishan Forest Railway from Chiayi -> Alishan (round trip: NT 759, 10:00, 13:25) – currently is not working
  2. Option 2.: Chiayi County Bus from Chiayi -> Alishan (round trip: NT 408, 6:10, 8:10, 10:10, 12:10, 14:10, way back-> 9:10, 11:10, 13:10, 15:10, 17:10; takes 3,1/2 hour, 71.4km)
  3. Option 3. Rent scooter in Chiayi -> jorney takes about 3 hours, but you can stop and enjoy beautiful mountain scenic area or hiking.
Entrance to Alishan Forest Recreation Area: Discount price NT$100 with YTC/Original price NT$200
What to do:
  • Sunrise viewing – only possible if you would stay in hotel/hostel in area
  • Hiking – many options, easy to find trail, check the map above.
  • Bird Watching , Tea plants
  • Visit hot spots: Alishan Scared Tree, Shou Cheng Temple, Village God Temple, Alishan Museum, Chushan Sunrise Viewing Trail, etc.
Where to eat:
You may eat inside the Park, but it is expensive.Bring your own food or buy food in 7-eleven on your way.  However you can see local restaurants on the way through Alishan scenic area. 
Accomodation in Chiayi:
Chiayi City Labor Recreation Center
3F,. No.101, Mituo Rd., Chiayi City;  05-228-6127; NT$600 per bed on weekdays

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