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Illustrative National Museum of Marine Science and Technology (NMMST) sits in Ba-Dou-Zi, Keelung, a popular indoor family attraction in the north. The museum includes a Children's Hall, Deep Sea Hall, Marine Science Hall, and Marine Theater, with a wide range of marine ecology, science interactives, and exploration experiences. Signature features include a mini double-decker bus, an RB-02 rescue boat boarding experience, and a large spiral slide, suitable for visitors from infants to seniors. General admission is NT$200; children under 6 enter free, and kids under 12 with ID also enter free of charge. Plan for a half-day to a full day to explore.
Illustrative At Section 2, Huhai Road, Waimushan in Anle District, Meow Meow Café pairs sea views with a cat theme in a pet-friendly setting. The café is home to several American Shorthair cats, and leashed or on-chair pet companions are welcome to visit, letting cat lovers interact and snap photos. Beyond feline company, the menu features coffee, waffles and garlic thick toast, with outdoor seating overlooking Dawulun coastline. Open from 2 p.m., it is a relaxing weekend-afternoon pick for pets, coffee and sea breeze.
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Illustrative →Shuangliu Waterfall
Shuang-Liu Waterfall sits in the Shuang-Liu National Forest Recreation Area (technically Shi-Zi Township, Pingtung County) and is one of southern Taiwan's most popular summer escapes. The park has four trails; the most popular is the Waterfall Trail, passing Rainbow Bridge, Mao-Shan Trail, and White-Banyan Trail, running about 3 kilometers and taking 1.5 to 2 hours one-way. The roughly 25-meter falls roar with power, and summer temperatures here run 3-5 degrees cooler than outside, offering a refreshing break for families, seniors, and water-loving travelers. Designed for both wading and hiking, the trails suit all ages, especially travelers seeking cool relief in summer heat. Trails are free with no posted hours or tickets, so visitors can explore the nature at any time.
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Illustrative →Kenting Shuangliu Forest Park
Shuang-Liu National Forest Recreation Area sits beside the southern South-Link Highway in Pingtung and is a low-altitude subtropical-rainforest summer escape where rainforest and waterfall coexist. Inside, the roughly 3-kilometer Shuang-Liu Waterfall Trail leads to a roughly 25-meter waterfall - water is plentiful in summer and still flowing in winter. Dense trees and rich negative ions drop the temperature several degrees as you walk the shaded paths, fitting for family wading, hiking, and environmental education. Facilities are complete with easy parking, making it a cool midway stop for travelers heading to Kenting.
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Illustrative →Paradise Road
Heaven Road in Bai-Sha's Hou-Liao Village was once the old Dong-Gang pier and is now a popular secret seascape photo spot. Fishing boats dock along both sides of the road, and the water shimmers blue-green; morning front-lighting and afternoon back-lighting both capture beautiful shadow play. Only parking is provided on-site, with no lifeguards - it suits photos and seascape viewing, but entering the water is not allowed. Most visitors arrive by scooter or car, with an empty lot by the pier for both scooters and cars.
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Illustrative →Kueibishan Moses Parting the Sea
Kui-Bi Moses Parts the Sea sits in the Kui-Bi Recreation Area at Bei-Liao Village in Hu-Xi Township, Penghu, one of the area's signature natural wonders. At low tide, an S-shaped gravel path about 300 meters long appears, briefly linking Kui-Bi Mountain to the uninhabited islet of Chi-Yu like Moses parting the Red Sea. The path is gentle and easy, fitting families, couples, and photographers, and it is a great spot to watch sunrise, sunset, and shifting tides. On-site you'll find a parking lot and simple stalls selling ice cream and drinks for a quick cool-down.
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Illustrative →Maozi Mountain
Hat Mountain in Pingtung's Shuang-Liu National Forest Recreation Area is the park's highest peak, around 650-700 meters. From the trailhead beside the parking lot, the path runs about 2.8 kilometers one-way, taking 90 to 120 minutes, with wooden walkways, sleeper steps, and viewing platforms along the way for average-fitness hikers. The summit has a hat-shaped pavilion overlooking the Pacific, Taiwan Strait, and Central Mountain Range; on clear days you can spot Green Island and Orchid Island. September and October are best for watching migrating raptors, drawing many bird lovers. Markers are clear and tree cover is dense, making it an ideal summer escape, family hike, and photo spot.
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Illustrative →Penghu National Scenic Area
Penghu National Scenic Area is a national-level protected landscape in Penghu County, with rich coastline and natural scenery. In the heat of summer, cool sea breezes and water activities make it a popular escape. Many historical sites and local culture are also preserved inside, fitting travelers who love both nature and cultural experiences.
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