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Taichung: More Than Just a "Stopover"

Original Text: ไถจง / Taichung / 台中 เมืองที่มากกว่าคำว่า "ทางผ่าน"

Taichung, often referred to as "Taichung City" or simply "Taichung," is a vibrant metropolis in central Taiwan that offers much more than just a convenient stopover point.

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Tourists traveling to Taiwan often have "Sun Moon Lake/Cingjing Farm" as their destination, which means they have to stay in Taichung City. But in reality, Taichung has a lot of trendy places to visit. So today, my sister Kim and I decided to travel from Taipei early in the morning to stay in a city that is said to be a stopover. Let's see how beautiful this stopover is :D


Traveling from Taipei to Taichung

Original Text: การเดินทางจากไทเป 台北市 -> ไถจง 台中

Traveling from Taipei to Taichung

We recommend two travel methods for the fastest travel time.

1. Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR): Takes approximately 1 hour but the fare is relatively high at around 700 NTD.
2. Taiwan Railway Administration (TRA): Offers various options, with the recommended choice being the Puyuma Express (普悠瑪號, pronounced "Pu-you-ma"). This train takes 1 hour and 37 minutes and costs only 375 NTD, which is the same as other TRA trains but offers the fastest travel time and the fewest stops. It is also a reserved seating train, meaning there are no standing passengers and everyone has a designated seat.

I have been waiting at Taipei Main Station since early morning. The morning atmosphere at the station is truly beautiful with the sunlight streaming through the glass.


We opted for the Puyuma Express, which took 1 hour and 37 minutes to reach Taichung. Here's a glimpse of the latest Puyuma train.


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"If you take the TRA, the front will look like this. The price is the same, but you may have to stand for a long time and be crowded with other people."


During our trip, Taichung Station was undergoing renovations to enhance its aesthetics and modernize its facilities. These improvements are expected to be completed within the next two years.

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For our stay in Taichung, we wanted to be close to the Fengchia Night Market. Taiwan has many night markets to explore, so we decided to choose Fengjia LOVE I.


Fengjia LOVE has a total of 5 buildings (Building A: Rabbit, Building B: Cat, Building C: Bird, Building D: Bear, and the leftmost building with leaves). We stayed in Building C, which can be found on Google Maps by searching for "White Lover Bed & Breakfast". If we take a taxi, we can simply show the Chinese address to the driver: 台中市西屯區西屯路二段上石北五巷15號.

The hotel room is simple, spacious, and clean. Guests use a digital code to access their rooms and the building. The hotel's best feature is its location. It is close to Feng Chia Night Market, which is less than a 10-minute walk away (Building C is the farthest building from the market). The market offers a wide variety of food and shopping options. We will take you there later tonight.

The first place I wanted to visit in Taichung was Rainbow Village (彩虹眷村). We took a taxi from our hotel, but when we said "Rainbow Village," the driver didn't recognize the name. We had to show him a picture for him to understand where we wanted to go. Since the driver was more comfortable speaking Chinese, we included the Chinese name in parentheses in our content for this reason. :D

However, if you take the bus from HSR Taichung Station, you can take bus routes 26, 70, or 99 and get off at Rainbow Village.


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Beyond its beauty, history lies hidden...

In 1949, Chiang Kai-shek, the leader of the Kuomintang, was forced to flee to Taiwan after losing the Chinese Civil War. He established Taipei as the capital of the Republic of China (ROC) and hoped to use Taiwan as a base to regain control of mainland China. This led to rapid development in Taiwan in various aspects. Rainbow Village was originally a village for Kuomintang soldiers who had fled to Taiwan. The houses were built quickly and simply, and the living conditions were not ideal. However, after the houses were gradually converted into apartments or demolished, veteran Huang Yung-Fu started to paint colorful murals on the walls of the village, including cartoons, patterns, and characters. These murals attracted the attention of university students, who spread the word about the village. The government eventually recognized the village's cultural value and preserved it as a landmark in Taichung.

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Now that you have learned a bit about the history, let's take a look at the place itself. ^^

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  • รู้เรื่องประวัติศาสตร์ไปบ้างแล้ว: This phrase means "you have learned a bit about the history."
  • เราขอพาชมสถานที่เลยแล้วกัน: This phrase means "let's take a look at the place itself."
  • ^^: This is a smiley face emoticon that is often used in Thai to indicate a friendly or playful tone.

I hope this is helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.

The next stop is the National Taichung Theater (臺中國家歌劇院), an art-filled theater featuring cafes, art exhibitions, performances, handmade crafts, and a beautiful urban garden.

We arrived here by taxi (again) as Taichung City does not have as much access to public transportation as Taipei. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a beautifully designed building. For those who enjoy architectural photography, this is a great place to visit. The architect of this theater is Japanese, and its defining feature is the curved lines, both on the exterior and interior.

Let's take a look outside first.

Step inside to discover a charming café where you can savor delicious bubble tea while browsing handcrafted goods.

After sipping fragrant tea, we embarked on a photographic journey through the building's six floors, each characterized by its stunning, curved design.


One of our favorite features of this location is the balcony with its egg-shaped glass windows. This unique angle allows for stunning silhouette or HDR photography.

Looking down from here, it's incredibly high.

The evening sun sets over the city, casting a warm glow on the curved lines of the sky garden.

After exhausting ourselves with sightseeing, we decided to head back to the Feng Chia Night Market (逢甲夜市) for some food.

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Feng Chia Night Market: A Top Choice in Taiwan

Feng Chia Night Market consistently ranks as one of the most popular night markets in Taiwan. A 2015 poll revealed its top position among locals, likely due to several factors.

Reasons for its popularity:

  • Size and Variety: The market boasts a vast size, offering a diverse selection of street food and goods, true to the spirit of street food culture.
  • Proximity to University: Its location near a renowned university contributes to a vibrant atmosphere and caters to a younger demographic with affordable prices.
  • Entertainment Options: The market features a plethora of entertainment options, including gachapon machines and doll-catching games, further enhancing its appeal.

The bustling Feng Chia district is a vibrant hub of activity both day and night.

How is Taichung, the city known as a "passageway"? :D If the passageway is this beautiful, I would want to pass through and rest every time.

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