Taiwan is not just about the hustle and bustle of metropolitan areas and night markets. By venturing into rural settlements, you will discover different landscapes, including the history of forestry and the aromas of tea and coffee in Alishan, where the little train travels. Visit distinctive tea plantations, indigenous villages, and pastoral farms to experience traditional farming and authentic local cooking—discovering the simple joy of farm-to-table dining that connects you directly to Taiwan's fertile land.
Tucked away near the iconic Taipei 101 are some wonderful agritourism spots. A ride on the Maokong Gondola takes you into mountain-surrounded tea villages, renowned for their fragrant Tieguanyin tea—a must-try for tea lovers. Visitors can stroll through lush green plantations, experience traditional tea-picking and processing, sample unique tea-infused dishes, or unwind in a teahouse overlooking Taipei’s skyline, soaking in the serene beauty of tea fields on the city’s edge.