Half-day private charter tour to Jiufen and Shifen old street in Taipei [Popular attraction, 6-hour tour]

▲ Jiufen, once a thriving gold mining town known as the "Golden Mountain City," flourished with the influx of miners before quieting down as the gold rush faded. In the late 1980s, the film "A City of Sadness" was shot here, showcasing Jiufen's stunning coastal mountains, nostalgic architecture, and unique hillside landscapes on the big screen, transforming it into a picturesque mountain town that captivates travelers from around the world.

▲ Around Shifen Station, you'll find Shifen Old Street and Jing'an Suspension Bridge. Here, you can stroll along the shops by the railway tracks while sampling local snacks. The unique charm of this area isn't just its old buildings, but the extraordinary sight of trains passing right in front of the shops! In recent years, it has become a must-visit destination for international travelers to Taiwan. When visiting Shifen, you can write your blessings and wishes with a brush on a sky lantern, then release it under the guidance of local shopkeepers. Watching the lanterns rise gracefully above the small town creates unforgettable memories that are uniquely Shifen.

▲ Shifen Station is located in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, and is a railway station operated by the Taiwan Railways Administration. It is the largest station on the Pingxi Line. Whenever a train stops here, the driver exchanges the ancient copper train staff (a train operating permit) to obtain approval for continued travel, creating a unique railway scene in this area.

▲ The Pingxi Line Mini Train, with its yellow carriages swaying through the mountains and forests, is absolutely adorable.

▲ The Maokong Gondola is Taipei's first tourist cable car, spanning 4.03 kilometers with four stations (Zoo Station, Zoo South Station, Zhinan Temple Station, and Maokong Station) and two non-stop corner stations. It offers visitors breathtaking aerial views of the mountainous landscape, especially during sunset, night scenes, or when mist rises after rain. To ride, take the MRT Wenhu Line to Taipei Zoo Station and walk to the gondola's Zoo Station, or transfer from other bus routes.