Changhua Travel Guide

 
by MJL
 
  •   Things to Do
    by MJL
  • Entrance to the Baguashan biggest Buddha
      Entrance to the Baguashan biggest Buddha
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  • Changhua Speaciality Meat Ball
      Changhua Speaciality Meat Ball
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  • The Filling of the Meat Ball
      The Filling of the Meat Ball
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  • The Steaming of Meat Ball
      The Steaming of Meat Ball
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Things to Do  

Buddha

Buddha, Changhua

 MJL Says:  Changhua is best known for its landmark statue of the Buddha. At 26 metres tall, the statue sits atop Bagua Mountain overlooking the city. 

Mt. Pakuashan (chinese: ¤K¨ö¤s°ê®a­·´º°Ï)

Mt. Pakuashan (chinese: ¤K¨ö¤s°ê®a­·´º°Ï), Changhua

 sunnywong Says:  Mt. Pakuashan (The Eight Diagrams Mountain), a scenery area located in Chang-hua town. It is famous with the huge buddha statue. 

Flower countryside

Flower countryside, Changhua

 yatingchen Says:  Tien-Wei, my hometown is flower country. The most local people plant flowers and trees for life. The flowers that you see in Jian-Kuao Flower Market in Taipei city are originally right from Tien-Wei. Flower farms especially their lights at night attract tourists very much.... 

Half-side Well (in Lukang)

Half-side Well (in Lukang), Changhua

 sunnywong Says:  The well built one half outside of the house because at the old timer it can serve the thirsty visitors passby. This is a typical construction design at Lukang old houses. 

New Baikuo Shan Amusement Park (·s¦ÊªG¤s¹C¼Ö°Ï)

New Baikuo Shan Amusement Park (·s¦ÊªG¤s¹C¼Ö°Ï), Changhua

 sunnywong Says:  The park is one of the tablelands of Pakuashan (The Eight Diagrams Mountain), There are facilities of B.B.Q. site, Mountain training plant, Electric Amusement Area, European-style Flower Garden, Lovely Animals Area, The Ecosystem of Ocean Animals, Arboretum and Rainbow show... 

Wenwu Temple (chinese: ¤åªZ¼q)

Wenwu Temple (chinese: ¤åªZ¼q), Changhua

 sunnywong Says:  Lugang Wenkai School is right the Wenchang Emperor Shrine to be called Wentsz (Civil Shrine) for short, also called Wumyau (Military Temple). It's the place of origin of culture and education in Lugang. Such architecture built on the functions of the school, the shrine and... 

Tyanhou Temple (chinese: ¤Ñ¦Z®c)

Tyanhou Temple (chinese: ¤Ñ¦Z®c), Changhua

 sunnywong Says:  Lugang Tyanhou Temple was built in the 3rd year of Yungjeng in Ching dynasty, dedicated to Madzu. It's said that General Shi Lang brought the Madzu's statue when he attacked Taiwan. The statue was remained in Lugang afterward. The represent outlooks of the temple was rebuilt... 

Taiwan Folk Village (chinese: ¥xÆW¥Á«U§ø)

Taiwan Folk Village (chinese: ¥xÆW¥Á«U§ø), Changhua

 sunnywong Says:  It's a large scale of multiplex holiday resort with sorts of subject parks. It includes mountain forest scenery area; Natural education area of various animals and plants; Taiwanese Area of yesterday displaying Taiwanese traditional relics and folk custom arts; the thrilling... 

Hotels  

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Restaurants  

Ah Chan Meat Ball: Taiwan Changhua Meat Ball

Ah Chan Meat Ball: Taiwan Changhua Meat Ball, Changhua

 limkahwan Says:  This paticulars local delicacy is very famous for more than 50 yrs. There are a few stores selling the same dish, but this store is the original. Selling TWD35.00 each. It is made of Sweet potatoes warp with meat, steam it then deep fried. This Meat Balls is the only dish... 

Yi-Cafe' (Yuan-Lin branch): Economical coffehouse

Yi-Cafe' (Yuan-Lin branch): Economical coffehouse, Changhua

 yatingchen Says:  Yi-Cafe' is chain stories. It's quite common in Taipei like Starbucks and Dante. The prices are good, but the atmosphere is just ok. However, when you just want to take a short break, it's a good place to spend 10-30 Mins. 

Wei Egg Pan Cake: The taste of memory from childhood

Wei Egg Pan Cake: The taste of memory from childhood, Changhua

 yatingchen Says:  Wei egg pan cake is really very very delicious. A bite is full of egg smell. It has kept its simple taste over decades and is part of my childood's memory. Pan cake each plate costs 15 NTD only. Soya bean milch is pure and costs 10 NTD each cup. Economical, but are one of... 

Casa Minierva: Best Sandwiches Around

Casa Minierva: Best Sandwiches Around, Changhua

 PuppetMatt Says:  Quality - best word to describe it. Changhua is a small city and it is often difficult to find good quality food in the city. The best place in the city (in my opinion) is Casa Minierva. The sandwiches are incredibly delicious (I find myself craving them sometimes during the... 

Nightlife  

SPORTSMAN PUB: SPORTSMAN PUB

SPORTSMAN PUB: SPORTSMAN PUB, Changhua

 Kurtdhis Says:  ; Hours: 8 pm-about 2-3 am; (opens 10 am Sat/Sun)Situated in a lane just off San Min Road, Sportsman's is the latest addition to Changhua's nightlife. The interior is roomy and comfortable with plenty of seating, either at the bar counter or on sofas and armchairs. A welcome... 

New York Pub: Nightlife in Chang-hua

New York Pub: Nightlife in Chang-hua, Changhua

 Kurtdhis Says:  Your hosts Joe & Vinny make the New York Pub one of the nicest placest to visit. If you are a "waigoran" (foreigner) pop in for a snack and a few drinks, you will feel right at home.Brothers Joe and Vincent Wu established the New York Pub on Valentines Day (February 14),... 

UB 40's: Up Market

UB 40's: Up Market, Changhua

 Kurtdhis Says:  UB 40's is the local watering hole for most foreigners and a large group can be found partying into the early hours of the morning. Wednsday evenings is "Waigoran" (Foreigner) nights where drinks are priced 2 for 1.There is also a live band that plays on Wednsday,Friday &... 

Shopping  

Carrefor: Shopping Malls
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When shopping in Taiwan, the cheapest and better department store to visit is definately Carrefor. They sell really fresh produce an are also the most organised and cheapest and cleanest.

SHOPPING TIPS
* Shops are open seven days a week, from 8:30 am to 9:00 pm.Large shopping centers may stay open to 9:00 pm and offer more Westernized ambiance. Night markets usually begin their business at twilight.

* For foreign buyers, the safest places to shop are those shops designated by the Taiwanese Tourism Administration, where one can always feel at ease about the price and quality of goods and can find a money changing desks. Anyone who wishes to try bargaining with vendors had better change his money in advance.

* Keep all receipts in case you might want to return or exchange your purchases. Bargaining is only possible with private vendors in street stalls, who don't usually agree to refunds or exchanges.

What to buy: Shopping centers are large and comfortable and offer a full range of commodities, Chinese or foreign brands, from cosmetics, daily-use articles, garments and home electric appliances to self-service corners. They also have restaurants and coffee bars attached. Each shopping center has a commercial area nearby.

Carrefor is an all in one store. Each Carrefor store comprises of about five different levels ranging from household appliances, right through to clothing and automotive accessories.

What to pay: A months worth of groceries can cost as little as 5 000 Taiwanese dollars.(143 US Dollars)

Updated Jan 11, 2003

Address: In every city there is a Carrefor store

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Off The Beaten Path  

the two old railway engines in Changhua

the two old railway engines in Changhua, Changhua

 slychen Says:  placed in the fan-shaped garage. They always appear in the rail festival. check my fan-shaped garage tip for direction. 

fan-shaped garage for train cars in Changhua

fan-shaped garage for train cars in Changhua, Changhua

 slychen Says:  This is still working. Check it out if you go passing by Changhua and are interested in trains. This garage is on the other side of railtrack. Get off the Changhua train station. Turn left and walk until you see an underground expressway through the railtrack in you left... 

Favorites  

Yuan-Lin Town shopping street

Yuan-Lin Town shopping street, Changhua

 yatingchen Says:  Yuan-Lin is the biggest town in Changhua. Kuang-Min street is the best shopping area in Yuan-Lin. When I studied in Yuan-Lin Junior High School, the streets I walked already over hundreds times. Fashion comes and goes, it's never boring there. 

Bei-Tou Traditional Market

Bei-Tou Traditional Market, Changhua

 yatingchen Says:  After visiting traditional markets you will see the local life. Bei-Tou traditional market is shopping center for mothers in the morning. Fresh vegetable, fruit and fish are waiting for you to take home... 

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