Facing the immense Pacific Ocean in the east and leaning against the Central Range, Hualien is a beautiful eastern Taiwan city famed for its abundant natural sceneries, colorful aboriginal cultures, and tasty specials making it the perfect Taiwan destination for weekend escapes. The unparalleled Taroko National Park, unspoiled East Coast National Scenic Area, picturesque East Rift Valley National Scenic Area, and the famous Yushan (Mt. Yu) National Park that has been nominated for the New Seven Wonders of the World Final, are remarkable Taiwan tourist attractions that visitors should not miss.

Hualien possesses a very diverse collection of aboriginal cultures, including Amis, Atayal, Kavalan, Sakizaya, and Taroko. Each summer, the harvest festival of Amis gathers hundreds of Amis, local and oversea visitors for the centuries-old gathering and harvest dance for a memorable Taiwan travel.