Hualien has always attracted me. The name alone has an enchanting and colorful flavor, and the dual landscape belts of the Pacific Ocean to the east and the longitudinal valley line to the west basically sum up the geographical features of Taiwan. From a humanistic perspective, d

Hualien has always attracted me. The name alone has an enchanting and colorful flavor, and the dual landscape belts of the Pacific Ocean in the east and the longitudinal valley line in the west basically summarize the geographical features of Taiwan. From a humanistic perspective, due to its history, Taipei has a large concentration of people from other provinces and its culture is more foreign, while Hualien has a majority of locals and aborigines, so you can see another side of Taiwan’s local culture.

The so-called East Longitudinal Valley is the valley sandwiched between the Central Mountains and the Coast Mountains. This is not a narrow valley like a canyon, but a relatively wide valley, 2-7 kilometers wide from east to west. It is dominated by alluvial plains. There are few mesas and many rivers running through it. Therefore, when driving along the way, you will see mountains stretching in the distance on both sides, fields and houses nearby, criss-crossing streams, fresh and soothing, and misty clouds lingering in the blue sky, making you feel like you are swimming in a painting. Every scenic spot on the longitudinal valley line is just like a pearl shell, emitting dazzling colors one by one, making the entire longitudinal valley line shine like a string of pearls. Today we first take a look at B&B and Donghua, the two pearls at the starting point.

B&Bs are popular in Taiwan. Finding a suitable B&B to live in can help you get in touch with the locals most directly and quickly. You can gain a basic sense of the locals through their way of dealing with others, their speech and behavior, and you can also contact them to learn more about local information in terms of transportation, food and accommodation. and habits. Hualien is a world of B&Bs. From the urban area to the surrounding countryside and counties, there are also B&Bs of various sizes and prices dotted all over the mountains and seaside. How to choose a hotel to stay in for two or three days is really difficult. However, due to the Golden Week, some of the well-reputed B&Bs in the urban area have been booked out early. This actually made me worry less. I just wanted to experience a country B&B. After browsing, I found a hotel near the starting point of the Longitudinal Valley Line in Hualien East. Hua University’s B&B. We communicated on WeChat in advance to book a room and arrange a chartered car. The boss was very nice and helped us book Taiwan Railway tickets to and from Hualien, Taipei (because it is very difficult to book tickets during the National Day holiday). 0

B&B is located in Shoufeng Township, very close to Donghua University , you can go in and take a walk while riding a bike. It is the starting point of the longitudinal valley line, so the mountains are in the distance, and there are large valley fields in the middle. Nearby, there are criss-crossing roads, banana orchards are lush and green, and in front of you is the courtyard of a bed and breakfast designed as a country villa. On the first day, because the typhoon had not completely left, the weather was gloomy and foggy, making it difficult to see the distant mountains. The next day the sun was shining brightly, and the yard was filled with swaying light and shadow. Looking out the window again, vast mountains appeared in the sky covered by clouds, and above was a clear blue sky, comfortable and peaceful. There are bright flowers just a few steps into the yard. The restaurant is at the end of the yard, with two sides of floor-to-ceiling glass facing the green lawn of the front yard. The handmade vanilla coffee made by the owner is refreshing and refreshing, and the aroma is still nostalgic. Breakfast includes fair steamed buns and handmade sandwiches, all with meticulous and considerate service. The smiles of the hosts are as warm and comfortable as the morning sunshine. The most beautiful thing about Taiwan is human relationships.

I once saw on the Internet that Donghua University in Hualien is the most beautiful university campus in Taiwan, so I thought about it and wanted to take a look. This is why I chose accommodation not far from Donghua. The next morning, I chartered a car to travel along the Longitudinal Valley Line. I told the master to take us to the nearby Donghua Campus for a walk. Backed by mountains and facing the sea, the scenery here is as pleasant as other scenic spots along the Rift Valley line. And because there are few people and a large land, when the clouds are misty in the mountains and the fallen leaves are scattered all over the paths, the campus is as beautiful as a paradise. It is really a pleasure to have time to walk slowly and appreciate the elegant and beautiful mood. It would be a pity if you miss Donghua University when you come to Hualien.