Hsinchu County

Hsinchu County: Where Hakka Culture and Nature Thrive

Hsinchu County surrounds Hsinchu City and is known for its rich Hakka culture and beautiful natural scenery. Historic old streets like Neiwan Old Street and Beipu Old Street remain, offering experiences of Hakka cuisine and traditional culture like Lei Cha (ground tea).

Key Features and Attractions

  • Neiwan Old Street: Lined with traditional shops, offering Hakka delicacies and miscellaneous goods. Neiwan Theater is also famous.
  • Beipu Old Street: A historic street centered around Citian Temple. Hakka cuisine and Lei Cha experiences are popular.
  • Leofoo Village Theme Park: One of Asia's largest theme parks, featuring an amusement park and a safari park.
  • Smangus (Simakusi): An Atayal tribal village also known as "God's Tribe," famous for its giant hinoki cypress forest.
  • Shei-Pa National Park: Partially located in Hsinchu County, boasting magnificent mountain landscapes and a rich ecosystem.

An area where you can experience Hakka culture and refresh yourself in beautiful nature.

Sightseeing
Buddha World Natural Zen Retreat: Taiwan's Fairytale Castle in HsinchuSightseeing

Guanxi Township, Hsinchu County

Buddha World Natural Zen Retreat: Taiwan's Fairytale Castle in Hsinchu

Buddha World in Guanxi, Hsinchu, was once a popular children's amusement park called "Fairytale World." Now transformed into a Zen retreat, it retains the old castle architecture and is open to the public for free, making you feel like you've stepped into a magical Disney world.