Biking through ecological wonders

/ Shuangxi 雙溪/

Urban dwellers from Taipei travel to Shuangxi for its well-executed bike routes and heartlifting rural landscape that encompass green hills and clear creeks. With excellent conservation programs in place, Shuangxi remains a paradise for a diverse range of river forest plants and creatures. And what is a better way to support local ecotourism than planning your travel by bike?
雙溪環狀自行車道
Shuangxi Loop Bikeway
Scenic spots such as ancient scholar’s old house, old tunnel, Camellia Village, Zhuang Gong Sheng’s old house, Rain Sound Falls, former site of mercury mining line up along the “Shuangxi Loop Bikeway”. Green plants grow into shades in the village, and fish thrive in protected creeks and the nearby water habitat park. save from pollution and environmental friendly, the biking tours are highly recommended for families.
5 月雙溪環山超半程馬拉松賽
Shuangxi Mountain Half-Marathon
Shuangxi Mountain Half-Marathon will be held on May 2nd, 2015. Shuangxi, in Chinese meaning two creeks, sees the intersection of Mudan Creek and Pinglin Creek. The mountainous surroundings, bring out a unique natural marathon experience. Easy slope, fresh air, surrounded by creeks and mountains — Shuangxi Mountain Half- Marathon is perfect for any runner’s first-ever marathon!
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Zuanqiaoduan Waterfront Park 軟橋段親水公園

The park, offers beautiful scenery, crystal clear creek and eco-friendly structure. It’s an ideal site for family daytrip, as both young and old can have fun in fish observation, cycling and visiting the lotus garden.Getting there:Take trains bound for Yilan or Hualien and get off at Shuangxi Station or Mudan Station.

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Shuangxi Old Street 雙溪老街

This area is not as popular as other old street districts, yet it actually preserves more old architectures, such as century-old Linyihotang Chinese Medicine Store ( 林益和堂中藥店 ), Chou’s Mansion ( 周家古厝 ), Shuangxi Church ( 雙溪教會 ), etc., featuring a more peaceful lifestyle. In Shuangxi old street ( 雙溪老街 ), there are grocery shops filled with interesting little old gadgets, a treasure island to those who love it.

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Pinglin Leisure Farm 平林休閒農場

In addition to unique natural settings, the farm also boasts comprehensive services and facilities. The farm is divided into ten eco-theme parks, so that you can enjoy holistic experience of nature. The farm village section was designed to reflect real old farm houses. Address : 35, Waipinglin, Pinglin Borough, Shangxi District, New Taipei City
TEL: 02-24934016
Hours: 09:00-18:00

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Sanzhong Temple 三忠廟

The Shuangxi Old Street centered on Sanzhong Temple. Large stones are used for the foundation of main buildings on the street. Despite the scarcity of grand, imposing buildings, the ancient vibe of the street makes visitors feel as if they entered a time warp to the 1940s or 50s.Address : No.15, Chang'an St., Shuangxi Dist., New Taipei City
TEL: 02-24933327
Hours: 05:00-20:00

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