The Mataian Wetland Ecological Park Area is lo-cated at the foot of Masi Mountain in Hualien County's Guangfu Township. The springs of this natural wetland flow unceasingly. It covers a sur-face area of 12 hectares. The clear, shallow Fudeng River originates from Masi Mountain, where the spring waters converge from under the ground, where can boast of almost 100 kinds of water plants, the variety of birds, frogs, insects and water animals is also astounding. In recent years, Hual-ien County Farmer's Association set up a special-ized area in the Mataian Wetland Ecological Park to promote the cultivation of Hualien County's county flower, namely the orchid. The time to come and enjoy these flowers is from May to Au-gust of each year. Visitors who enjoy cycling can try out the Mataian Wetland Bicycle Path, where they will experience a trip that is full of natural wonders.
Dong Hwa University is located in shou feng town-ship, occupied 251 hectare of land, which is the biggest university in eastern Taiwan, surround by huge moutains and sky, the European-styled building reflects its beauty on the surface of the lake, showing the exquisite atmosphere of the en-vironment. Combining nature and civilization, this is an excellent place for cultivating great minds and personalities.
Located in Hualien City’s 6th Redevelopment Zone, two horizontal roads and one vertical road surround the solar city: Futing Night Market Street, Street of Chinese Cuisines, and Street of Indigenous Cuisines. The over 400 food stands have helped increase the popularity of Hualien’s tourism with its spectacular snacks, games, and performances since the summer of 2015. When coming to Hualien, both the locals and tourists visit Tungtamen Night Market to try the various street dishes.
The Shiouguluan River, the biggest river in eastern Taiwan, The river follows a winding path, flowing past Rueisuei in the East Rift Valley and cutting a gorge through the Coastal Mountain Range on its way to the sea. Standing in the observation tower at Chimei, midway along the rafting section of the river, you have a bird's-eye view of geologic sedi-ment lines, well-developed river bends, 5 steps Dewu river terraces, and Wuhe river terraces. and this is still the most popular rafting area in all of Taiwan.
The entire rafting trip takes three to four hours with a stop at Qimei for rest and refreshment. The water is abundant all year round, and the scenery is beautiful along the riverside.
Hualien Jici sea - water baths is located in Fongbin township. In the early years, this is a place for abo-riginal "Amis" to make "sea salt" under sunshine, and people will collect some salt on their way home after hunting. Now the Jici sea-water beach become the most significant tourist attraction which is ideal for camping, BBQ, making sand sculpture, playing in water, swimming and simple relaxing....