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Hsuehshan Tunnel: Another marvelous thing in Yilan
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Hsuehshan Tunnel: Another marvelous thing in Yilan

Hsuehshan Tunnel, the fifth longest and well crafted tunnel in Asia. It is another example of how civil engineering helps people as well as preserves nature. Yilan is the most exotic place in Taiwan country. People visits the town in their vacations and leisure time. It has beautiful scenic beauty, appealing beaches, restaurants, etc. It took 30 minutes drive from main Taipei to Yilan Country. But when flow of traffic increases due to any holiday or event. Estimated time can be 1 hour to 2 hours as well. To tackle this situation, Government of Taiwan built this amazing tunnel in the Northeast side of Yilan. That saves around 50 to 120 minutes of traffic and rush. The Hsuehshan Tunnel  or “Snow Mountain” tunnel, is the longest tunnel in Taiwan, locat...
Taipei to Waiao Beach, A black sand coastline in Yilan
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Taipei to Waiao Beach, A black sand coastline in Yilan

Taiwan offers a whole great experience of surfing from Taipei to Waiao beach. Black sand, clean water and amazing fresh breeze takes tourists to heavenly feeling instantly. YILAN, TAIWAN - World is full of amazing beaches and sunsets. But there is one beach that is the most beautiful beach in the region. Wai'ao Beach (aka Gangao Beach, or Wai'ao Ocean Recreation Area) in Toucheng township of Yilan County is one of the most popular surfing destinations in Taiwan. The name Wai'ao Beach comes from "Wai (meaning outside)" of the "Ao (meaning harbor),"  because the beach is just past Wushi Harbor. It takes Almost a 2 hours train travel from Taipei to Waiao Beach. Taiwan has the best local transport system in the world. It is accessible and convenient for every walk of life. Tr...