Things To Do
in Beidou

A short drive from Beidou, offers sweeping panoramas of Changhua plains, sunrise/sunset views, the famous giant Buddha statue and terraced landscapes ideal for wide-angle and golden-hour shots.

Colorful temple facades, ornate carvings and ritual scenes provide great opportunities for cultural and architectural photography; morning and festival times are particularly photogenic.

Surrounding agricultural landscapes offer seasonal photo subjects — flooded paddies with reflections, harvest scenes and quiet country lanes lined with palms and banyan trees.

Morning and night markets are excellent for candid street photography: vendors prepping food, vibrant produce displays and dynamic local interactions.

A beloved central-Taiwanese snack — a translucent dough filled with pork and bamboo shoots, steamed or deep-fried, served with sweet-savory sauce; commonly found at local stalls and markets.

Must-Try!

Comforting bowl of rice topped with braised minced pork and savory sauce; available at almost every local restaurant and food stall.

A night-market classic — egg, small oysters and greens bound with a starchy batter and topped with tangy sauce; look for busy stalls for the best versions.

Changhua County produces great tropical fruit depending on season — mango, wax apple and guava stand out; roadside stands and markets sell ripe fruit by the kilo.

A lively local market where you can try breakfast staples like soy milk, fried dough, rice rolls and buy fresh produce — best visited early in the morning.

Small-night-market stalls or nearby larger night markets in Changhua/Taichung offer grilled skewers, oyster omelettes, stinky tofu, and sweet treats — perfect for sampling many dishes affordably.

When visiting temples, be respectful: speak quietly, avoid pointing at religious objects, follow photography rules inside shrines, and dress modestly. If offerings are present, do not touch them without permission.

Taiwanese value polite behavior and orderly queuing. Use basic courteous phrases (please and thank you) and avoid loud or disruptive behavior in public spaces.

Remove shoes when entering homes and some traditional guesthouses. In many casual eateries shoes remain on, but follow the host’s cue when visiting a private home.

If invited to a local’s home, bringing a small gift like fruit or packaged snacks is appreciated. Topics like politics or sensitive cross-strait issues should be approached with caution unless you know the person well.

Tipping is not customary in Taiwan and is generally unnecessary for restaurants and taxis; exceptional service may be acknowledged with a small tip but it is not expected. Some high-end hotels or tour operators may add service charges.

Cash (NTD) is widely used for small shops and markets. Credit and debit cards are accepted at larger restaurants and hotels. Mobile payment options like EasyCard (for transit), LINE Pay, Apple/Google Pay and other e-wallets are increasingly common. ATMs are available in town and nearby cities.

Mild temperatures and occasional rain; comfortable for walking and sightseeing, with flowers and early-season fruit appearing at markets. Bring a light jacket and a compact umbrella for showers.

Hot, humid and often rainy due to the East Asian monsoon; afternoon thunderstorms and the typhoon season (June–September) can bring heavy rain and strong winds. Stay hydrated, plan indoor alternatives and monitor weather alerts during typhoon season.

Generally the most pleasant season — warm days, cooler nights and lower humidity. Good for outdoor activities, festivals and clearer skies for photography.

Mild and cooler than the rest of the year (rarely freezing), with occasional drizzly days; layering is useful for mornings and evenings. Festivals such as Lunar New Year can bring lively local events and temple activities.

Baseball is extremely popular across Taiwan; local communities often follow professional teams and youth leagues are common.

Basketball is widely played and watched; pick-up courts are common in towns and cities.

Cycling for leisure and sport is popular, with many Taiwanese enjoying weekend rides along rural roads and designated cycling paths.

Local temple festivals drive folk sports such as dragon boat races and processional competitions during festival seasons.