Welcome Taiwan's first dawn! Taimali, a secret place in the Pacific Ocean where time slows down

#7月好去处2025 Address: Taimali Township, Taitung County (Taiwan Railway Taimali Station, Huayuan Shuguang Park, Jinzhen Mountain and other attractions are all located in this area) Atmosphere/Facilities: Taimali is a famous seaside town in Taitung, with beautiful scenery of the junction of mountains and sea and simple cultural customs. The town is quiet and peaceful. Taimali Station is known as the "station closest to the Pacific Ocean". There are viewing platforms, trails and Shuguang Monument around it. There are golden needle flower fields, camping sites and starry sky attractions in the mountains. Some homestays also provide shuttle and guided tours. There are no large shopping malls, so it is recommended to prepare supplies in advance. Average cost per person: About NT$500～1,500 (depending on transportation and accommodation) Features: • You can enjoy the earliest sunrise over the sea of the year, and it is known as the "hometown of dawn" • The sea of golden needle flowers is spectacular in autumn, and it is a representative flower-viewing destination in eastern Taiwan • The sea and the mountains coexist, and you can watch the stars, watch the sunrise, watch flowers, and walk on the trail • It has a simple rural area and Paiwan culture, suitable for a deep relaxation trip Rating: ★★★★★ (5/5)——The first choice for slow travel on the East Coast with natural healing power ⸻ 🌅 Experience sharing｜Taimali: A slow trip that does not chase the itinerary, but only chases the light and wind After traveling for many years, I always rushed back and forth in the hustle and bustle. It was not until I came to Taimali, Taitung, that I really understood what it meant to "slow myself down." That afternoon, I took the train to Taimali Station. As soon as I got off the train, a sea breeze blew, carrying a light salty taste and the fragrance of late summer grass. There was no city noise outside the station, only a few small shops and locals riding motorcycles smiling by, as if time had stopped in a simpler and purer era. Walking up to the viewing platform, there was the endless Pacific Ocean in the distance, with the sound of waves lapping against the coast slowly and steadily. I took a deep breath, and the noise in my heart seemed to be blown away by the sea breeze. There is no need to plan too many attractions here, just sitting quietly is the purpose of the journey. That night I stayed in a small local B&B. The owner of the B&B was a warm Taimali person, and for dinner she served her own home-cooked flying fish soup and scrambled eggs with golden needle flowers. She said, "You should get up early tomorrow to watch the sunrise. If the weather is good, it will be beautiful. The sun rising from the sea feels very hopeful." This sentence deeply touched me. At five o'clock the next morning, I came to Huayuan Shuguang Park. The indigo of the night still remained on the horizon, but it had gradually turned into light purple. Standing on the viewing platform, everyone was waiting quietly. I never thought that waiting for a sun to rise would be such a touching thing. When the first golden light appeared from the horizon, there was a burst of exclamations at the scene. The sun shone on everyone's face. What I saw was not only the sunrise, but also a kind of certainty that "I am still alive and I can move forward." During the day, I hitchhiked to Jinzhen Mountain. Although it was not the flower season, I could still see the stacked mountains and a large open view. Locals say that the mountain is full of golden yellow during the Jinzhen flower season, which is as beautiful as a dream. But even in the off-season, the air is filled with the fragrance of the land, which makes people can't help but slow down and take a few more glances at each place. At night, I chose to stay in Taimali to watch the stars. On the hillside away from light pollution, I looked up and saw a sky full of stars, and even saw a meteor passing by. I quietly made a wish, thanking myself for not ignoring this corner of Taiwan, which allowed me to find the long-lost peace. Taimali is not the kind of place with "a basket of check-in attractions", but it has an indescribable charm. Every inch of the coast, every wisp of wind, and every ray of light here seem to be whispering, "Take your time. You don't have to rush." If you are tired of packed trips, why not take a trip to Taimali. Bring a little time, some space, and a heart ready to be healed. You will find that sometimes the most beautiful scenery is when time slows down. #Chishang #Chishang Township #Taimali #Taimali Secret #Taimali Mountain Seaview #Taitung #Taitung Attractions Recommendation