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![[Illustrative] Shuitou Village](/api/images/entities/kinmen-tw-7fbb6eba03e7/hero.webp)
Illustrative Shui-Tou Settlement in Kinmen County is a historic village that preserves intact Min-Nan traditional architecture and overseas-Chinese heritage. The cluster houses signature spaces like De-Yue Tower and the Jin-Shui Story House, and structures its visitor experience around 'family co-touring': puzzle-stops, hand-craft sessions and walking tours let adults and children alike absorb local culture - clothing, writing, food and crafts - through play. The activity is designed in eight stations; completing any five earns a red-turtle-rice cake and souvenir. Ideal for families and school groups wanting a deep dive into Kinmen's historical threads and lived memory.
![[Illustrative] Lanyang Original Gallery](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-1af2a97b2edd/hero.webp)
Illustrative Lanyang Original Pavilion in Yilan City is a cultural-creative park themed around indigenous culture, repurposed from former Yilan County Government staff dormitories. The grounds house indigenous-style cultural-creative shops, restaurants and cafés, and regularly host holiday markets, suckling-pig roasts and DIY workshops. Admission to the whole venue is free, making it a great stop for families, pets and photo-loving travelers.
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![[Illustrative] Jiujiu Peak Animal Park](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-ef93c09cc2cb/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Jiujiu Peak Animal Park
Jiu Jiu Feng Animal Park (JOJOZOO PARK) at No. 99, Lane 726, Section 1, Fu Ding Road in Cao Tun Township, Nantou County, sits at the foot of Jiu Jiu Feng mountain and is Taiwan's only bird-themed and Asia's largest bird-themed wildlife park. The grounds are known for spacious, immaculate pathways and thoughtful layouts, featuring giant netted aviaries, rare bird species, and friendly animals such as capybaras and parrots that visitors can feed up close. Beyond observation, the park offers feeding experiences, educational talks, and interactive games, making it ideal for families, couples, and day trips. Hours run daily 9 AM to 6 PM with diverse ticket options and discounts to help visitors plan easily and enjoy a healing close-up encounter with the animals.
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![[Illustrative] Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-914036e3f59d/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village
Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village sits by Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County and is a theme park devoted to Taiwan's indigenous cultures. The grounds weave together indigenous cultural performances, European-style gardens, cable car sightseeing, and diverse amusement rides for a whole-family leisure experience. The February cherry blossom season is the largest sakura celebration in Taiwan, drawing throngs of visitors for scenery and photography. The park also houses a dedicated indoor children's play area and age-tiered rides that balance thrill with safety, making it a top pick for family travel.
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![[Illustrative] Taiwan Craft Culture Park](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-f1a96b1acbb4/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Taiwan Craft Culture Park
Taiwan Craft Culture Park in Cao Tun, Nantou County, spans about six hectares and is operated by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute. The site groups five main halls—the Local Craft Hall, Craft Information Hall, Craft Design Hall, Craft Culture Hall, and others—showcasing a wide range of Taiwanese traditional and innovative crafts. The Living Craft Hall houses a 'Joyful Forest' inclusive children's space and a 'Children's Workshop' with free traditional toys, DIY experiences, story time, and interactive games suited to kids under twelve and their parents. The park also hosts craft mini-camps, holiday markets, and special exhibitions, with free admission throughout, making it an enriching educational outing for families.
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![[Illustrative] Mingjian Family Playground](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-6c1fcd3c327b/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Mingjian Family Playground
Ming Jian Parent-Child Eco Park in Ming Jian Township, Nantou County, is central Taiwan's largest inclusive family park at roughly 2.6 hectares. The grounds span four main zones and feature a five-meter giant rainbow slide, grass slides, grass climbing walls, swings, trampolines, and high-altitude walkways, plus water-jet splash pools, sand pits, and open lawns for kids to run free. Distinct areas cater to toddlers, the main play zone, and older kids' puzzle zone, with shade canopies and resting spots for parents, making it a year-round family destination. Admission is free, parking is convenient, and it remains a top pick for family travel in Nantou.
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![[Illustrative] Sun Moon Lake](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-d894560e7aaf/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Sun Moon Lake
Sun Moon Lake in Yu Chi Township, Nantou County, is Taiwan's largest alpine lake, ringed by mountains and shaped like the sun and moon, with scenery that shifts through the four seasons. Visitors can cruise the lake by boat to take in the mountain-and-water vistas, cycle the global top-ten-ranked lakeside bike path, or visit Shui She Pier, Xiang Shan Visitor Center, and Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village. The lake district features walking trails, pedal boats, and stand-up paddleboarding as family-friendly activities, with most attractions free of charge, making it a natural destination suitable for the whole family.
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![[Illustrative] Taomi Waterfront Park](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-b6a938f6e4ff/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Taomi Waterfront Park
Tao Mi Water Park in Pu Li, Nantou County, is a free family splash park centered on natural mountain spring water. The grounds feature three wading pools of varying depth, a mountain-spring water slide, bubble balls, and a multifunction activity zone, plus changing rooms, showers, and restrooms. Weekends often bring music sessions, DIY crafts, or environmental clean-up activities, making it a great spot for families with kids to cool off, splash, and connect with nature. Opening hours and water availability follow park announcements and weather conditions.
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