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Maokong Mountain
Tea is an important element of Taiwanese culture and lifestyle. Maokong Mountain, the tea-growing region on Taipei’s doorstep, is the place where tea leaves are grown, processed and sold. Visit this stunning mountainous region, dense with jungle, to enjoy panoramic views of the city and hiking trails that pass through picturesque landscapes and Buddhist temples.
This area was once used to farm camphor, rice, leeks and Paochung tea. Today, tea leaves draw many visitors. Take a tour of the plantations and learn how to make a pot of Taiwanese tea in the traditional manner. Tea shops and traditional teahouses sell many types of the fragrant leaves and offer information about the growing and processing of the product.
Take the gondola to the top of the mountain to enjoy aerial views of Taipei. Relax in a café on the mountain edge and enjoy another cup of tea, looking out at the view, enjoying the breeze, and spotting the many different species of birds and butterflies. Cross wooden bridges over trickling streams and admire ferns, machilus shrubs and acacia trees. Stop in the alley near the gondola station to buy local delicacies such as tempura, corn on the cob, sweet pork sausages, ice cream and glutinous rice wrapped in bamboo.
Visit San Xuan Temple. On the way, pass tombs that face out over the city, and see other Buddhist temples built into caves and behind waterfalls. Walk along the mountain ridge into the open fields. At Niaokeng, spot rare geological formations, known as teapot holes, which are formed by erosion of the rocks in the riverbeds.
Enjoy the mountains for a few hours or the whole day. Hiking is pleasant year-round. Cool mountain air provides a great place to escape the summer heat in the city.
Use the Maokong Gondola to get to Maokong Mountain. The gondola offers views over the region, and stations along the way allow you to get off to explore on foot. You can also take a bus from downtown, or the MRT train to Mucha Zoo. Those who are active can hike or bike from Taipei City.
Guide to Exploring around Maokong
Best Lodging Options Near Maokong
Scandinavian Apt, 3 Ensuites , 8 Mins to Mrt!
?????63?10?, New Taipei City, TaiwanLocated in Xindian, this romantic apartment building is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Bitan Scenic Area and within 3 miles (5 km) of Maokong and National Chengchi University. Anhe International Sightseeing Night Market and Taiwan Police College are also within 3 miles (5 km). Xindian District Office Station is 10 minutes by foot and Qizhang Station is 14 minutes.
Norway Forest Spa Motel
No. 15, Ln. 235, Baoqiao Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei CityLocated in Xindian, this motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Taiwan Police College, National Chengchi University and Maokong. Maokong Gondola and Gongguan Night Market are also within 3 miles (5 km). Dapinglin Station is 14 minutes by foot and Qizhang Station is 19 minutes.
Per night/room
Aug. 13 - Aug. 14
Fullon Taipei East (Taipei Zoo)
No.236, Sec. 3, Beishen Rd, Shenkeng, New Taipei CityLocated in Shenkeng, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Taipei Zoo, Maokong Gondola and National Chengchi University. Taipei 101 and National Taiwan University are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Per night/room
Aug. 13 - Aug. 14
New California Hotel
No 1 Sec 1 Beixin Road, Xindian, New Taipei CityLocated in Xindian, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Bitan Scenic Area and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Maokong. Anhe International Sightseeing Night Market is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. Xindian Station is only a 3-minute walk and Xindian District Office Station is 13 minutes.
Per night/room
Aug. 31 - Sep. 1
HiONE HOLIDAY HOTEL
No.265, Sec. 3, Beishen Rd., Shenkeng Dist., New Taipei CityThis family-friendly New Taipei City hotel is located on the riverwalk, within 3 mi (5 km) of Taipei Zoo and Maokong Gondola. Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Per night/room
Aug. 13 - Aug. 14
LAKE HOTEL
No.2, Ln. 77, Bitan Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei CityLocated in Xindian, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Taipei Botanical Garden, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall. Lungshan Temple and Maokong Gondola are also within 12 mi (20 km). Xindian Station is 7 minutes by foot and Xindian District Office Station is 22 minutes.
Per night/room
Aug. 23 - Aug. 24
The Koos Hotel
No. 219-2, Chung Shing Rd., Sec. 3, Hsin-Tien, New Taipei CityLocated in Xindian, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bitan Scenic Area, National Taiwan University and Gongguan Night Market. National Chengchi University and Maokong Gondola are also within 3 miles (5 km). Dapinglin Station is only a 3-minute walk and Qizhang Station is 11 minutes.
Per night/room
Sep. 1 - Sep. 2
Beautiful Hotel Taipei
No. 8, Taiping Rd., Xindian, New Taipei CityThis family-friendly New Taipei City hotel is located in the entertainment district, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bitan Scenic Area and Maokong. Anhe International Sightseeing Night Market is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Xindian Station is 8 minutes by foot and Xindian District Office Station is 19 minutes.
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