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Taiwan

Chiayi / Tea-licious wonders and mountain adventures

MeowScore 😼75/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😼
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

January

Cherry blossoms in full bloom

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january

Visit the Alishan Forest Railway for a scenic train ride through beautifully blooming cherry blossoms.

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february

Celebrate the Lantern Festival with colorful displays and parades throughout the city.

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march

Experience the Chiayi City International Kite Festival and see the sky fill with impressive kites.

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april

Try some of the famous bamboo rice and enjoy the warm weather at the Renyitan Reservoir.

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may

Join the festivities during the Dragon Boat Festival and watch thrilling races on the river.

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june

Attend the Chiayi International Band Festival and enjoy live performances from musicians around the world.

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july

Escape the heat and watch the stunning firework displays during the Chiayi City Ocean and Music Festival.

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august

Visit the Chiayi City Art Museum to see the latest exhibitions by local and international artists.

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september

Explore the beauty of the Beigang Chao-Tian Temple during the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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october

Experience the excitement of the Southern Taiwan Science Park International Marathon.

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november

Admire the colorful autumn leaves at the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area.

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december

Celebrate the Christmas season with the Chiayi City Christmas Illumination Festival.

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Chiayi offers a good balance between affordability and quality. Prices for food and accommodation are reasonable, but shopping can be costly.

Visit the night market for great street food deals and bargain-hunt at Wenhua Road Shopping District.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

Day trip

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

Day trip

Most people visit Chiayi as a day trip from nearby cities like Tainan or Kaohsiung.

Tipping

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Tipping not expected in Chiayi

Tipping

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Tipping not expected in Chiayi

Cash is preferred but credit cards are accepted. Splitting the bill is possible but not common. No specific etiquette tidbits.

internet situation

great Speed

Relatively fast with occasional slowdowns

great Availability

Reliable and widespread access

excellent Cellular

Strong coverage throughout the city

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

TWD

1 TWD =
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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic and parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

A curious cat exploring the maze-like alleys of a Taiwanese town, Chiayi's quaint charm is purrfect for history buffs.

The city also offers cat-tivating views of Alishan's mountains and paw-some local delicacies for hungry felines.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum
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Art Site of Chiayi Railway Warehouse
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Wenhua Road Night Market
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Chiayi Tower
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Alishan National Forest Recreation Area

The mainstream

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Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum

For the history buffs among the cat community, the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum is a must-visit. Check out the ancient artifacts and learn about the culture and history of Taiwan. Don't forget to take a cat-nap on the lush grounds!

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Art Site of Chiayi Railway Warehouse

This unique attraction is a treat for curious cats. Explore the abandoned railway warehouse and admire the street art and installations by local artists. A cat-tastic spot for Instagram photos!

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Wenhua Road Night Market

For the food-loving cats, Wenhua Road Night Market is the purrfect spot. Try out the local delicacies and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Be sure to try the 'stinky tofu' - it may smell bad, but it tastes paw-some!

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Chiayi Tower

For cats who love to climb high, Chiayi Tower offers pawsome views of the city. Check out the observation deck, or just lounge around in the cat café and watch the world go by.

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Alishan National Forest Recreation Area

A paw-some spot for nature-loving cats, Alishan boasts of stunning mountain views, pristine forests and a peaceful atmosphere. Take a paw-some hike, enjoy a cup of catnip tea and marvel at the sunrise!

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Off the beaten path

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Wenhua Road Night Market
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Tropic of Cancer Solar Exploration Center
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Douliou Night Market
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Xingang Fossil Museum
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Lin Department Store

Off the beaten path

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Wenhua Road Night Market

A quieter night market perfect for a relaxing evening stroll. Indulge in some local snacks and handmade crafts. 🛍️🍔🎨

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🌐
Tropic of Cancer Solar Exploration Center

Learn about solar technology and enjoy the stunning view of the sunset at this futuristic and educational center. 🌅🌞🏭

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🌙
Douliou Night Market

A bustling night market that's a favorite among locals. Try the famous oyster omelette and other delicious street foods! 🦪🍢🍺

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Xingang Fossil Museum

A fascinating museum displaying a vast collection of fossils and dinosaur bones, including the largest dinosaurs ever found in Asia! 🦕🦖🏞️

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🛍️
Lin Department Store

A contemporary department store in the heart of the city with a rooftop garden offering great views of Chiayi. 🏬🌸🌳

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biking possible

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Moderate traffic and parks

LGBTQ tolerated

Mixed attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Tea time in Chiayi

Chiayi is famous for its Alishan tea. Take a tea tasting tour to enjoy the flavors of Taiwan while relaxing in one of the many tea houses.

Night market meow-vels

In Chiayi, the night markets are the best places to experience the local culture and food. Watch out for the crowds and enjoy some stinky tofu with a side of bubble tea!

A-mei tribe culture

Visit the Suantou Indigenous Culture Park to learn about the A-mei tribe. Don't miss the traditional music and dance performances!

Useful external sites

travel.chiayi.gov.tw/en/home.aspx

Chiayi Travel↗

Official site of Chiayi government about tourism information including events, attractions, accommodations, and transportation.

www.thsrc.com.tw/en

Taiwan High-Speed Rail↗

Official site of Taiwan High-Speed Rail about train schedules, fares, and stations including Chiayi.

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g297910-Chiayi-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Reviews, ratings, and recommendations by travelers about restaurants, attractions, and accommodations in Chiayi.

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