Chishang Township, Taiwan: Serene and Stunning Taitung

📍Chishang Township (池上鄉) is a picturesque rural town in Taitung County, Taiwan, known for its endless rice fields, stunning mountain landscapes, and rich indigenous culture. Chishang is famous for producing some of Taiwan’s finest rice and offers a peaceful escape into nature. 🚄Chishang is a 3.5h express train ride away from Taipei, and we stayed at a hostel, Taitung Gift Box. The food around town is really good, and I liked the egg pancake, noodles, and braised pork they serve there. Top Attractions & Things to Do in Chishang: 1. Ride Through Chishang’s Rice Fields 🚴♂️ - The Chishang Rice Paddies are the town’s most iconic attraction. - Rent a bike from the train station from 200TWD and cycle along scenic paths surrounded by golden rice fields and lush mountains. - Visit the Brown Boulevard (伯朗大道) – A car-free road famous for its breathtaking countryside views, made popular by a Mr. Brown Coffee commercial featuring Takeshi Kaneshiro. 2. Dapo Pond (大坡池) - Pictures 3,4 – A Tranquil Lakeside Spot 🌿: - A beautiful wetland and lake surrounded by mountains, with nice reflections on the surface. - Perfect for birdwatching, canoeing, or a peaceful walk. 3. Chishang Lunchbox Museum - picture 5 - (池上飯包文化故事館) 🍱: - Learn about the famous Chishang lunchbox (bento), a delicious traditional meal served in a wooden box. - See the history of Taiwan’s railway lunchboxes and try an authentic one made with Chishang’s premium rice. #chinatrip #travel #naturalwonders #thingstodo #localfood #mountain #lake #familytravel #couplestrip #taiwan #taitung