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Illustrative Zhuqi Station in Zhuqi Township, Chiayi County, is the last stop on the Alishan Forest Railways flatland section and the launch point for the mountain line. Built during the Japanese colonial period, the station preserves a complete cypress-wood structure painted in dreamy Tiffany blue, turning it into a photographers magnet. The adjacent Zhuqi Water Park pairs a kids splash zone, sky corridor, flower-fairy walking trail, and viewing suspension bridge for family outings, and the splash pool is free in summer. Riding the Alishan train from here lets travellers feel the retro charm of the historic line and watch the coal-and-water resupply routine, blending nature, history, and family leisure in one stop.
Illustrative Jasmine Garden Cafe on Zhongzheng Road, Sanhang Section, Longtan District, Taoyuan, is a semi-outdoor cafe that blends pastoral style with plant decorations. The interior combines a wooden cabin with a shipping container to create a fresh, natural garden space, serving coffee, tea, and light meals. Pet-friendly, the cafe is often visited by resident rescued cats wandering freely. It is ideal for travelers who love greenery and want to escape the city's bustle, enjoying relaxed coffee moments and the outdoor garden ambiance.
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Illustrative →1314 Observation Deck
The 1314 Observation Deck crowns the summit of Hai-shu-shan Mountain in Chiayi's Meishan area, sitting at roughly 1,314 meters - a number chosen for its romantic soundalike in Chinese, meaning 'forever'. From the platform, visitors take in a 360-degree sweep of layered tea gardens and mountain ridgelines, with wide-open, unobstructed views that have made it a favorite location for commercials and couples' photo shoots. A gentle ten-minute walk from the Zhu-keng Creek Trail or the parking lot reaches the deck, the route flanked by high-mountain tea fields - perfect for an easy stroll and taking in the natural beauty.
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Illustrative →S.C Star City Bistro
S.c Star City Little Bar at No. 97 Lan-jing Street in Chiayi's East District is a pet-friendly bar focused on craft cocktails and light bites. The interior is distinctive, with an array of signature cocktails and simple fried snacks - just right for a small group of friends or a relaxed after-work drink. Two resident Shiba Inus welcome guests, and well-behaved pets are invited to join their owners; non-alcoholic drinks and small snacks are available for minors or non-drinkers. Just steps from Chiayi's Culture Road Night Market, opening hours begin at 8 PM, with average spending around TWD 200-600.
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Illustrative →Zhongpu Visitor Center
Zhong-pu Visitor Center, at No. 1-9 Tong-ren, Zhong-pu Township, Chiayi County (postal code 606), is a free rest stop within the Siraya National Scenic Area. Designed as a fairy-tale castle, the grounds are full of whimsy, welcoming parents, children, couples, and pets alike. The center offers a large free parking lot, opens from 9 AM to 5 PM, and provides pet-friendly outdoor spaces (leashes required) and family facilities including a children's play area and the Siraya mascot 'Sabiya' statue. Multimedia interactive displays let children learn local culture through play. Phone: 05-2530053. Admission is free - an ideal rest stop and photo hotspot on any trip into Chiayi's mountains.
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Illustrative →North Gate Station
The area around Bei-men Station clusters several pet-friendly restaurants and cafes serving pasta, risotto, steak plates, burgers, brunch, and other diverse menus. Spacious and comfortable dining rooms suit gatherings, business meals, or leisurely reading - and pets are welcome at the table, letting owners and their companions share the meal together. For travelers who love bringing their pets along, this is an ideal dining choice right after stepping off at Bei-men Station.
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Illustrative →Budai Little Happiness Beach
Bu-dai Little Happiness Beach in Chiayi's Bu-dai District is a slender, roughly 150-meter stretch of sand. The setting is tranquil, ideal for walking, catching the sea breeze, and watching the sunset - and pets are welcome, making it a relaxed, pet-friendly getaway. Compared with Chiayi's longer coastline, the scale here is smaller, but that intimacy is exactly what makes it the everyday escape for locals - a small but sure slice of happiness.
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Illustrative →Wanglai Mountain Love Grassland
Wang-lai-shan Love Meadow, beside the Alishan Highway in Fan-lu Township, is a free, pet-friendly grassland attraction. The grounds are built around a sweeping green meadow dotted with diverse installation art - perfect for strolling, photography, and letting pets run free. At the on-site Wang-lai-shan pineapple-cake shop, visitors can sample a whole pineapple cake at no charge and pick up local specialties as souvenirs. A dedicated parking lot makes this a natural midway rest stop for travelers driving to or from Alishan.
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