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  • Sivan M
    Dallas, TX428 contributions
    You want to get groceries? What about clothes or even medicine? If you’re bored, there’s also a bowling alley and arcade. Maybe even baseball if you’re feeing like it. This massive 7 floor mall also has 5 basement levels and contains so much packed all together. They have great restaurants and many unique brands to shop as well. If you’re in Hsinchu, this is a great place to spend multiple days in as there is so much to explore here.
    Written 30 April 2023
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia12,863 contributions
    Hsinchu Cheng Huang Temple is a centre for worship in Hsinchu, in central Taiwan. It dates from the Ching Dynasty (1644 - 1911. It was an important place of worship during the Japanese colonial era (1895-1945. The temple is dedicated to Cheng Huang, he city god. Mainly people pray for batter lives, or to avoid floods and drought. It is an interesting temple, it has 12 festivals a year. The festivals are interesting, everyone with an open mind is welcome.
    Written 25 November 2020
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  • Tessa E
    Hsinchu, Taiwan2 contributions
    Nanliao has a vibrant fish market, a large grassy area recently landscaped, a large harbor and a small one surrounded by restaurants. The wind always blows and is perfect for kites. The cycle track along the river between Hsinchu downtown and the small harbor makes for pleasant exercise. There is also a cycle path all the way down the coast which is very popular on weekends. The best pizza in Hsinchu is to be found next to the Mazu Temple overlooking the small harbor. Village Cafe serves excellent food with a Spanish influence. The whole area is being landscaped and will be beautiful when finished. Nanliao is the place to go to fly kites, to cycle, to view the sea, and to eat good food.
    Written 22 December 2017
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  • cebgel
    Clifton Park, NY213 contributions
    Well this place is a bit confusing if you do not speak the language. People from every direction walking, running. Crazy to see- ONCE!
    Written 20 November 2019
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia12,863 contributions
    National Tsing Hua University is in the suburbs of Hsinchu, the centre of Taiwan's high-tech industry. . It is a very picturesque campus, it is worth taking a wander around. The lake is very pretty, but don't go swimming, the water is treacherous. Tsing Hua's engineering school is one of Taiwan's most highly regarded high-tech faculties
    Written 1 August 2021
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  • myhoneybee
    Hsinchu, Taiwan4 contributions
    Perfect for your daily exercises, running or walks.. Well paved walk ways with very gentle hills. Great for all ages!
    Written 11 February 2020
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia12,863 contributions
    This scenic ride along the coast near Hsinchu is popular with visitors. You can hire a bike for however long it takes to make the 17 km (10 mile) trip along the coast. You get attractive sea views. Hsinchu is south of Taipei, it's easy to get to. The bikes are mostly in good condition, examine your bike carefully and if it is faulty, they will happily fix the problem. By the way, take some water and keep hydrated.
    Written 17 January 2023
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  • cebgel
    Clifton Park, NY213 contributions
    This canal runs the center of Hsinchu. Right off the main traffic circle. Its a good break from the constant hum of scooters and motorbikes. I nice walk thru the park that boarders the canal. Filled with fish (a couple large gold fish in there to make it pretty).
    Written 12 May 2018
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  • zunzazun
    Canmore, Canada221 contributions
    It may be small but for the small entry fee its very good value for money. A nice half day activity, just takes a few hrs to go around it all. Good selection of animals that you can get up close to. Also a fun climbing net for kids.
    Written 18 May 2021
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  • Nolinice
    Oakville, Canada2,723 contributions
    But great swamp views, a great bike and running path and plenty of birds and wind turbines. Bike rentals at the beginning of the path if needed
    Written 29 June 2019
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  • David H
    Union City, CA8,054 contributions
    Visiting Principle Hsin’s residence which reminds some of my Good old Senior High School era. The residence is a Japanese style house which is well maintained with a lot of Principle Hsin’s memories. He is indeed, a great educator who has led by examples. Back then, the college entrance exam was the most important task for any Senior a high School students. However, we still need to learn music, painting, swimming, and mountain running. My music was flunked and the music teacher was so talented to name many different eggs (score 0) for my classmates. The other teacher i still remembered is the “Old Flat” history teacher who was a philosopher. There were several “ great teachers” back then to guide my life.
    Written 16 August 2020
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  • Jeffry b
    Essendon, Australia12,863 contributions
    Hsinchu's Eastern Gate is quite spectacular. It was once the entry to the city. These days, its surrounded by traffic, but you can still get a good view.
    Written 3 October 2020
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  • CrumpySeaford
    Seaford, UK790 contributions
    Walked the loop in March and it was a very pleasant afternoon. Lots of birds to keep an eye out for. Interesting to see the allotments on the way around.
    Written 16 April 2017
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  • jeffryb
    Keysborough, Australia371 contributions
    When Chiang Kai-shek retreated to Taiwan, his soldiers and their families lived in villages like these. They weren't pretty but they were only meant to be temporary, until they recaptured the Mainland. You can also see another example at 4-4-South Village in Taipei.
    Written 6 October 2020
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  • boocat149
    BC68 contributions
    Glass Museum of Hsinchu City consists of a number of various glass items - blown flowers and vases - bowls, insect and people figures - stained glass etc. A jail cell was puzzling. A few people appeared to be excited to be there - me not so much albeit the artwork was nice and very pleasing to view. Downstairs - be certain to stand behind the line when viewing a glass item or you will chastised for your indiscretion.
    Take time to stroll about the park and a short walk walk out of the park there is a small market with flowers, food stalls and trinkets for sale.
    Written 28 February 2020
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