Where is Alishan National Scenic Area?

Taiwan
The Alishan National Scenic Area is a mountain resort and nature reserve located in Alishan township, Chiayi County, Taiwan.

Where to see sunrise in Alishan?

Ogasawara (Xiaoliyuan) Mountain Observation Deck is the best spot here for sunrise watching. You can also take the Zhuri Sunrise Train from Alishan Railway Station or Zhaoping Station; or walk up the stairs on the sunrise trail in Zhaoping Park.

How long does it take to hike Alishan?

about 2-4 hours
The Main Alishan Walking Trail In total, it will take about 2-4 hours to complete, assuming that you walk in a leisurely way, taking lots of stops for pictures. Walk (20-30 minutes) or take the small train (10 minutes) from Alishan Station to Zhaoping Station.

How to visit Alishan?

You can also take a bus from Chiayi High Speed Rail Station directly to Alishan (2.5 hours, NT$278, pay on bus). All buses arrive at the new Alishan bus station and 7-11, which are located just before the Alishan entrance gate, a 5-minute walk from the Alishan tourist village and train station.

Where is Alishan National Scenic Area in Taiwan?

Alishan National Scenic Area is located in south central Taiwan; the nearest high-speed rail station is in Chiayi about two hours away. Regular buses connect Alishan Forest Railway with the bullet train station.

Which is the best place to visit in Alishan?

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Alishan. 1. Alishan National Forest Recreation Area The bus ticket counter is in the 7e outside of the entrance (not the one near by the Alishan Railway station which is…

How did the Alishan Mountain get its name?

The earliest people living around this part of Taiwan’s south-central mountain range were the indigenous Tsou people, who gave it the name Jarissang, which eventually became Alishan in Mandarin. In the late 19th century, the colonising Japanese found groves of highly-prized local cypress and Taiwania trees here.

Is the Alishan Forest train a’five wonders’?

The Alishan Forest Train is considered as one of the ‘five wonders’ of Alishan taking in spectacular scenery as the historic carriages climb higher through the mountains. However, tickets are limited and generally hard to get, particularly during peak season and on weekends.