Yangmingshan National Park The 11,455 hectares of Yangmingshan National Park are home to a rich animal and plant ecology. There are 30 known mammal species here, including the indigenous Formosan macaque and red-bellied tree squirrel. The park also provides a habitat for over 100 bird and butterfly species, as well as brilliant azaleas, cherry blossoms, and other blooms, all of which can be enjoyed during the annual Yangmingshan Flower Festival from February to March. In March and April, the lilies take the stage during the Zhuzihu Calla Lily Festival, and in October silver-grass carpet the hillsides with their waving tasseled heads. Qingtiangang is a good spot to enjoy the lush grasslands of Yangmingshan, and at the geothermally active Lengshuikeng you can get an up-close look at the park's volcanic geology. After a scenic tour, make sure to try the local cuisine. Vegetables, bamboo shoot soup, sweet potato soup and Chinese yam are among the many fresh and tasty dishes sold here, fresh from the farm. A note to visitors: Yangmingshan can get windy and cold in the winter, so make sure to dress warmly when visiting the park at that time.
Address: No. 1-20, Zhuzihu Rd., Taipei City Tel: (02) 2861-3601 Website:https://www.ymsnp.gov.tw/en/ |