Hualien County is located in the eastern part of Taiwan—the Pacific Ocean lies to its east and the Central Mountain Range lies to its west. Narrow and long, Hualien is the largest county in Taiwan in terms of area.

Mar 13, 2024 · Hualien (花蓮 or Hualian) is one of Taiwan’s top destinations, especially for lovers of adventurous outdoor activities. Landscapes in Hualien are wild, dramatic, and awe-inspiring. Hualien is a city and a county of the same name.

Jan 1, 2023 · One of the most scenic and naturally beautiful areas in Taiwan, Hualien County sits like a green jewel nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the grandiose Central Mountain Range.

Hualien is Taiwan's biggest county, with an area of about 4,628 square kilometers and a population of 350,000. The county borders the Pacific Ocean to the east and is hemmed in by the Central Range to the west.

Hualien City (pinyin: Huālián Shì; Wade-Giles: Hua¹-lien² Shih⁴; Hokkien POJ: Hoa-lian-chhī or Hoa-liân-chhī) is a county-administered city and the county seat of Hualien County, Taiwan. It is located on the east coast of Taiwan on the Pacific Ocean, …

Sep 1, 2024 · Hualien highlights include several cultural and creative parks, the hillside Pine Garden, coastal trails plus Dongdamen Night Market, one of Taiwan’s biggest and best night markets. From how to get to Hualien to recommended restaurants and local food shops, here is our guide to the best things to do in Hualien.

Apr 12, 2024 · In this article, I’ll introduce over 30 things you can still do in Hualien despite Taroko Gorge being closed, including both Hualien city and across Hualien county. Also check out the many Hualien tours offered by Island Life Taiwan (one of my most recommend tour operators in Taiwan) and find out where to stay in Hualien in my Hualian travel ...

Oct 29, 2024 · While the city of Hualien is best known as the main gateway to Taiwan’s incredible Taroko Gorge, the town itself and its surrounding areas are equally stunning. With glistening lakes, beautiful beaches, epic hiking trails, rice terraces, bustling night markets, and so much more, Hualien has plenty to entice travelers and definitely deserves a ...

Aug 27, 2020 · Hualien County in eastern Taiwan is the largest and the second-longest county of Taiwan with only 27 kilometers (17 miles) to 43 kilometers (27 miles) from east to west but 142 kilometers (88 miles) from north to south.

Dec 11, 2024 · Few people visit Hualien without falling completely in love with it. The vast east coast county is beloved for its wild scenery and adventure activities like these. It is the largest county in Taiwan, though one of the least populated, and homeland of the Amis, the country’s largest aboriginal tribe.