Jiaobanshan 角板山

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Jiaobanshan is a scenic area in the mountainous Fuxing District of Taoyuan. Here you can enjoy majestic views of Xikou Suspension Bridge and the Dahan River. You can also enjoy a local shopping area and the aboriginal culture of the area nearby. 

Brief Historical Background:
Fuxing District is the largest district in Taoyuan City, and also the least populous (13,000) and is home to the Ayatal aboriginal tribe who have inhabited the area for centuries. They named the area Pyasan, meaning a trading post.
The area was named Jiaobanshan during the Qing Dynasty by Liu Mingchuan because the area resembled triangular shapes, shaped by the Dahan River. 
In 1954, the area was renamed Fuxing (meaning rejuvenation) District by Chiang Kai-shek as a token of the rejuvenation of the nation. 
The area is known for its aboriginal culture and as a recreational mountain area, especially for such places as Xiaowulai and Lalashan. 
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Hours:
24/7

Price:
Free

Where to stay:
Looking for a hotel in Taoyuan? We recommend the Novotel Taipei Taoyuan International Airport which has great service and is conveniently located right next to Taoyuan Airport, the MRT, and HSR station (you can book on Agoda here or Booking.com here).  
We also recommend the Fullon Hotel Taoyuan which also has great service and is located in downtown Taoyuan City (you can book on Agoda here or Booking.com here).  
Looking for a hotel? We recommend booking through Booking.com here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation in Taiwan.
Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here.

Activities in Taoyuan:
Ice Skating, Rock Climbing, Mountain Climbing, Cycling, High Ropes, Ziplining, Archery, Vietnamese BBQ, Batting Cages, Glamping, Van Camping, Photo Shoot, Turkish Mosaic DIY, Thai Massage, Painting, Baking, Go Karting, Imax Theater, Japanese Style Buffet, Tourist Factory Experience, peach and fruit picking, Ring-making DIY, handmade popsicle DIY, and more on on Tripadvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here. 

How to get there:
By Car: Take Provincial Highway 7 east up Fuxing District until you get near Jiaobanshan and turn right onto Ren'ai Road. There is limited parking nearby. 
If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search  Qeeq here, Klook here, or KKday here. 
By Scooter: Take Provincial Highway 7 east up Fuxing District until you get near Jiaobanshan and turn right onto Ren'ai Road. There is limited parking nearby. 
Looking for scooter rental in Taoyuan? Search Klook here or KKday here to look for options.
By Bus: You can take many different busses to Taoyuan Bus Fuxing Station. You can book tickets to travel to Taoyuan via inter-city bus on Klook here. Book tickets via the normal train (TRA)  on Klook here.
By Bicycle: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan's landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan's many Youbike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a cycling tour on TripAdvisor here. 
For more information, check out our Taiwan transportation guide here. 
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Map:
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Our Journey:

I have been up to Fuxing once. It was a fun trip and a beautiful area with amazing views. We also ate some peaches and got closer to the Ayatal culture. At night, the view of the stars was also incredible. Overall it was a great experience that I don't regret. 


Cihu 慈湖

One the way up to Fuxing, we checked out Cihu. Cihu Lake (aka Cihu Mausoleum 慈湖陵寝, or Mausoleum of Late President Chiang) in Daxi District of Taoyuan is one of the most interesting parks in Taiwan. Much of the park is full of statues of a former dictator, Chiang Kai-shek. Also, Chiang Kai-shek's former residence and his mausoleum are on the site. It is definitely a unique place worth visiting. 

View of Xikou Suspension bridge from Jiaobanshan Park. 

Another view of the sunset.

More viewing areas nearby.

Better view of the suspension bridge. 

Here you can see the new and old Xikou Suspension Bridges. There are also some campgrounds on the other side.

View looking to the right of the valley.

Another wider view. 

Beautiful mountian landscapes.

Last view of the mountains.

Also while we were there, we visited Jiaobanshan Shopping District and ate some peaches.

​Peaches 水蜜桃 (Shuǐmì táo)

Peaches in Taiwan are grown mainly in mountain areas such as Lalashan, and are not very common and usually not cheap. However, they taste just as good as peaches back home in the US.

​​How do you eat peaches?
First, wash the outside off with tap water to get rid of any pesticides. 
You can then eat them whole or cut them into slices. 

​​​​When is peach season in Taiwan?
June to September. 

What are normal peach prices?
Usually 50-100 NT per catty. 
Super cheap ones are less than 50 NT per catty.
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Where are peaches grown?
Mostly in high mountain areas, such as Lalashan or Wuling Farm.

Check out our full Taiwan fruit guide here. 

The stars up here in the mountains are also amazing.

Another view of the stars from the parking lot.

One last view of the mountains here. 

There are many other activities available in Taoyuan such as Ice Skating, Rock Climbing, Mountain Climbing, High Ropes, Ziplining, Archery, Batting Cages, Glamping, Go Karting, peach and fruit picking, and more on Klook here, or KKday here. 

Check out our full guide to Taoyuan here.

You can also check out our full guide to Taiwan here. ​

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