Sponsor: Taiwan Tourism Bureau
Why Taiwan?
Taiwan presents a unique ecology and landscape far beyond what its relatively small size would suggest: mountain peaks towering over 4,000 meters high, expansive plains, and a climate that changes with elevation from tropical to temperate, providing habitats for an incredible variety of plant and animal life. It is also easy to get around in Taiwan, enabling visitors to cover a lot of ground. During a short three-day stay, you can walk a trail along a sheer-faced marble gorge and marvel in nature’s uncanny workmanship during the day ; and at dusk you can stroll the beach and enjoy the sun’s descent.
You can enjoy moments of reflection by a tranquil lake and then peer out to a sea of clouds from a mountain perch 2,600 meters high. And as you breathe in the refreshing forest air, you will be startled to discover that Taiwan is home to 15 endemic species of bird. Taiwan is all of this and more.
A Taiwan Welcome!
The LOHAS (lifestyles of health and sustainability) concept is rooted in the pursuit of a healthier and more environmentally-sound way of life, goals that are both embodied in bicycle touring. Traveling by bicycle, one can feel the breeze and deeply experience the finer details of nature, the rustic environs of the countryside, the rich history of small towns, and the warmth of the local people. In short, one can slow down and appreciate life. And in Taiwan there is so much to appreciate at a leisurely pace without rushing along. This guide will lead you on such a journey, beyond the surface, to explore a deeper and more authentic side of life in Taiwan.
We warmly welcome you to Taiwan, the home of the famous bicycle brand Giant and a cycling haven, to discover the passion and beauty of this land!
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