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20 Best Highlights to see on Lanyu (Orchid Island)
A short ferry ride from the mainland of Taiwan, and you arrive at a tropical paradise home to a vibrant indigenous culture that’s mostly been untouched by outside influences. The island of Lanyu represents another age in Taiwanese history, one where indigenous tribes ruled the lands. By minimising tourist infrastructure and an influx of change, Lanyu has been left untouched and keeps things just as the locals like to see them. Across the island are a myriad of treats, including some of the world’s best snorkelling, dormant volcanoes and a rich cultural presence. So, in that case, let me show you 20 of the best highlights to see on the…
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The Ultimate Travel Guide: Lanyu (Orchid Island)
Everyone wants to find their own slice of paradise. White sandy beaches, vibrant coral reefs, wild unhindered rainforests and authentic tribal culture are just some of the ingredients needed for the perfect getaway destination. Well, that’s exactly what you find on the island of Lanyu. Not only does the small volcanic island off the coast of Taiwan have endless amounts of breathtaking natural beauty, but Lanyu (or Orchid Island) is also home to the country’s most isolated aboriginal tribe, the Tao, who are famous for their annual Flying Fish Festival. With only the absolute minimum amount of modern development, the island has remained practically unspoiled and remains a true testament…
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Lanyu: An Aboriginal Way of Life
With the world slowly recovering from the lockdown, borders have only just started opening again. Sadly for many, it’s still a little soon to return to travelling normality. Luckily, Taiwan has managed to avoid the worst of it, completely evading any sort of lockdown. With that in mind, and my annual summer vacation quickly approaching, it was the perfect time to travel again. As such, this summer would be spent exploring the rest of Taiwan. It really is quite a mysterious nation. Little did I know that there are a handful of smaller islands surrounding the mainland. As well as that, only after arriving in the country did I learn…
