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County in Taiwan
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Yilan County, (宜蘭縣; Yílán Xiàn, I-lan county) is on the northeast coast of Taiwan.
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Chingshui Geothermal Field / 清水地熱
It is the largest geothermal area in Taiwan. The geothermal power comes in the form of hot springs. The spring is rich in sodium bicarbonate and its temperature is 95°C or above, which is too high for bathing. People can take advantage of the hot springs to boil eggs and other foods because the temperature is up to 95°C, higher than other hot springs. The foods boiled in hot spring water are softer and will contain the odor of the hot spring. In addition to boiling eggs, visitors can also soak their feet in a who-can-bear-the-hottest-water competition like locals at another hot spring pool. After the foot-soaking, you can also enjoy a massage applied by the blind. However, not a geyser-like attraction.
Yuan Shan. Good food and great views of Shuanglianpi - a lake near Fushan Botanical Garden. Caters to groups.
There are 3 operators that offer frequent and efficient services from Taipei to Jiaosi, Yilan, and Luodong.
Read in the guideAs busses here are irregular and taxis are expensive, the best way to get around is by scooter. There are scooter rental shops near the train stations. Just remember to get a good map and driver's licence is required.
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Taipei (Songshan) · International · TSA
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the main city, with two big department stores, YouAi and Luna Plaza, National Yilan University, a big sports park, a decent cultural center, a small but tasty night market, and some general great eats.
is known island-wide for its plentiful hot spring resorts. It's also home to some great hiking trails and waterfalls.
is a popular surfing destination. Offers spectacular sunrise views and is the disembarkation point for whale watching.
has a nice little park that is heavily lanterned during the lantern festival.
Datong Township is a township in Yilan County, Taiwan.
Dongshan Township is a township in Yilan County, Taiwan.
has Yilan's largest aboriginal population and has a few good hiking trails.
Yilan's business center - prospered as a logging town during the Japanese Colonial Era. Also has an impressive nightmarket and beautiful park.
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