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Taitung
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Taitung is Taiwan's wild, laid-back eastern frontier, where the Pacific coastline, Coastal and Central mountain ranges, and a strong Indigenous Amis and Puyuma presence combine to feel a world away from the western cities. It's best known for wide open rice-field valleys, hot-air balloons over Luye Highland, hot springs at Zhiben, and as the jumping-off point for Green Island and Orchid Island.
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Frequently asked questions about Taitung
How do I get to Taitung?
Most travellers reach Taitung by rail, with Taitung Station sitting on the Hualien–Taitung line (linking north via Hualien) and the South-Link line (linking west via Kaohsiung/Pingtung); there are also domestic flights into Taitung Airport (TTT), mainly from Taipei Songshan.
How many days should I spend in Taitung?
Plan on ~3-4 days to cover Taitung City, the Rift Valley highlands, and a coastal or hot-spring excursion, with extra days needed if adding an island trip to Green Island or Orchid Island.
What is Taitung known for?
Taitung is Taiwan's wild, laid-back eastern frontier, where the Pacific coastline, Coastal and Central mountain ranges, and a strong Indigenous Amis and Puyuma presence combine to feel a world away from the western cities. It's best known for wide open rice-field valleys, hot-air balloons over Luye Highland, hot springs at Zhiben, and as the jumping-off point for Green Island and Orchid Island.