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ℹ️Practical info — Chongde
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- Access the pebble beach via the tunnel under the railway bridge at Highway 9, Km 178.2.
- Book a sunrise kayaking or SUP tour to see the massive Qingshui Cliffs from the ocean's perspective.
- Check local road conditions before travel, as the Suhua Highway is prone to closures after heavy rain.
- The Chongde Train Station provides easy access, but check the limited schedule for local trains.
🍽 Food
A local Truku specialty, rice is steamed inside fresh bamboo tubes for a unique woody flavor.
Find these savory, grilled sausages at roadside stalls near the cliff viewpoints.
Visit the stalls near Defong fishing ground for seafood served straight from the Pacific.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Hualien's most famous treat; look for the 'Tzen Chi' brand for the most authentic chewy texture.
A local spicy specialty preserved in soy sauce, first-rate as a condiment or gift.
Hualien is the marble capital; look for elegant coasters or small carvings made from local stone.
A grassy bluff offering a panoramic, quiet view of the crescent bay away from the crowds.
A serene historic site with century-old pine trees and a quiet cafe overlooking the city.
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Chongde is located in Hualien County on Taiwan's east coast, serving as a gateway to the famous Qingshui Cliffs. The landscape here is dramatic, as mountains drop steeply into the Pacific Ocean. The place is especially popular among adventurers who want to explore the coastline from the water. Chongde Beach is a pebble beach offering unobstructed views of the massive cliffs. It is a well-known starting point for sunrise kayak tours. Another quiet spot is Banxia Beach, known for its seclusion and smooth pebbles shaped by the surf. In Chongde, you can experience the culture of the indigenous Truku people. Gastronomy includes local delicacies like rice cooked in bamboo tubes. Its location right on the Suhua Highway makes it a convenient stop for travelers moving between Taipei and Hualien, offering unparalleled photo opportunities.
- Location: Taiwan
- Top sights: Xiu Qi Ping Tai · Xiao Xiu Qi Ping Tai · Beng Ta Leng
- Nearby: Xiulin (4 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Apr, Oct, Nov.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 11 | 12 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 12 |
| Rain mm | 75 | 69 | 99 | 114 | 261 | 295 | 210 | 327 | 287 | 130 | 106 | 73 |
Geography
Facts
- Location: Hualien, Taiwan
- Natural Wonder: Qingshui Cliffs
- Beach: Chongde Beach
- Activity: Kayaking
- Pebble Beach: Banxia Beach
- Culture: Truku indigenous
- Transport: Suhua Highway
- View: Pacific Ocean
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