Located in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, Jiufen flourished in its early days because of gold mining and later became famous due to the movies "A City of Sadness", "Dust of the World", and the animated film "Spirited Away".
The nostalgic Jiufen Old Street, with its rich cuisine such as taro balls and grass jelly cakes, combined with Jiufen's charming night view and unique mountain town scenery, attracts tens of thousands of domestic and foreign tourists every year.
If you haven't been to Jiufen yet, why not schedule some time? Follow the editor's guide to Jiufen attractions and the suggested one-day Jiufen itinerary to explore Jiufen!
When visiting Jiufen, if you have to choose the most representative attraction of Jiufen Old Street, it's undoubtedly "A-Mei Tea House"!
Located on Shuchong Road, A-Mei Tea House is a building full of Japanese style, with hanging red lanterns and a large red sign, making A-Mei Tea House present a completely different aesthetic whether it's day or night.
There have always been rumors that the Japanese animation "Spirited Away" was filmed here, but regardless of whether the rumors are true, the exquisite and unique A-Mei Tea House has long become a must-visit and must-check-in IG popular attraction for many international tourists when visiting Jiufen, and it's beautiful from every angle.
Located in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, Shengping Theater was built in 1934 and is a landmark that carries the history and culture of Jiufen. It is located at the intersection of the light-rail road and Shuchong Road in Jiufen Old Street.
The unique two-story building design is inspired by the Baroque architectural style, with a brick structure on the first floor and a wooden structure on the second floor. It can accommodate 543 viewers simultaneously. It still retains the ticket window and was once the largest theater in northern Taiwan. It was also the filming location for many famous films, such as "Dust of the World" and "A City of Sadness". Unfortunately, Shengping Theater, which witnessed the rise and fall of Jiufen's mining industry, closed its business in 1986. Now, Shengping Theater has become a popular attraction you must visit in Jiufen.
Located in Jinguashi, Ruifang District, New Taipei City, the Gold Museum displays a series of historical and cultural information about the mining industry of Jinguashi, and also showcases a 220-kilogram gold brick. Here, in addition to experiencing the fun of gold panning, you can also relive the prosperity of Jinguashi in the past through mine vein model displays and VR experiences.
Located in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, the Golden Waterfall gets its name because the source of the waterfall is located on a hill piled up with waste ore. The rich metal minerals give the waterfall water a unique color.
It is also a witness to Taiwan's mining history. In addition, there are many popular attractions nearby, such as Jiufen and Jinguashi, which also makes the Golden Waterfall one of the best scenic areas for exploring the history and natural beauty of northern Taiwan.
Also located in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, the Yin and Yang Sea is named for the rich metal minerals in the seawater due to the mining activities of Jinguashi, which makes the seawater appear yellowish-brown, forming a sharp contrast with the azure color of the outer sea. Because of this special geographical landscape, the Yin and Yang Sea attracts many photography enthusiasts and tourists every year.
Known as the place where you can see the invincible sea view without climbing a mountain, the Mount Baoshi Trail is also located in Ruifang District, New Taipei City.
Originating from the Japanese colonial period, the Mount Baoshi Trail is a short and easy trail, only 166 meters long, with an altitude of 260 meters. The difficulty of the trail is not high, making it very suitable for families or the elderly to go together. There are pavilions in the trail for resting. After reaching the summit, you can also overlook the beautiful Yin and Yang Sea, the Wufen Tea House Mountain, and other magnificent scenery from a 360-degree perspective, and view the Shisanling Remains and Jinguashi in the distance. It is also an excellent place to watch the sunrise, and is a tourist attraction suitable for all ages.
The editor suggests that if time permits, you can take a stroll through Jiufen, and you can experience the beauty of Jiufen's mountains and sea in one day!
Itinerary recommendation: Jiufen Old Street for food → A-Mei Tea House → Jinguashi Gold Museum → Mount Baoshi Trail → Golden Waterfall → Yin and Yang Sea.
The beauty of Jiufen is worth experiencing in person! Are you ready to explore Jiufen's charming attractions? Remember to wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera for a charming trip to Jiufen!