photogenic
Gaomei Wetlands
A tidal flat south of Taichung where a boardwalk runs out over the mud to reed beds, with wind turbines lining the shore behind. Best at sunset when the wet sand mirrors the sky.
27 km · about 30 min drive
Taiwan, Taiwan · Asia
Changhua is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Zhongliao, 44km from Sun Moon Lake.
Changhua is a city located in Taiwan, Taiwan. With a population of 226,564, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Changhua sits in Taiwan. It's in the Asia/Taipei time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Changhua to your route.
Changhua (Hokkien POJ: Chiong-hòa or Chiang-hòa), officially known as Changhua City, is a county-administered city and the county seat of Changhua County in Taiwan. For many centuries the site was home to a settlement of Babuza people, a coastal tribe of Taiwanese aborigines. Changhua city is ranked first byRead more
population among county-administered cities. It is part of the Taichung–Changhua metropolitan area, which is the second largest in Taiwan.
Historically, Changhua city was a base for the Han Chinese when they invaded Taiwan against the Taiwanese aborigines, constructing a fortress built out of bamboo. Changhua has a nickname of "Bamboo Town".
Changhua is best known for its landmark Great Buddha Statue of Baguashan. At 26 metres tall, the statue sits atop Bagua Mountain overlooking the city. The main walkway up to the giant is lined with statues of figures from Buddhist lore. Another site of interest is Taiwan's oldest temple honoring Confucius.
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Changhua is located in Taiwan, Taiwan, Asia. The coordinates are 24.0692 latitude, 120.5512 longitude.
Changhua has a population of approximately 226,564 people, making it a city in Taiwan.
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
photogenic
A tidal flat south of Taichung where a boardwalk runs out over the mud to reed beds, with wind turbines lining the shore behind. Best at sunset when the wet sand mirrors the sky.
27 km · about 30 min drive
natural wonder
Taiwan's largest natural lake surrounded by forested mountains with cycling trails and aboriginal culture.
44 km · about 50 min drive
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