Taipei is surrounded by lush mountains and a vibrant coastline. It offers a rare balance of modern convenience and deep cultural heritage. The best way to take it all in? Go for a hike. The 81-mile, eight-section Taipei Grand Trail is an immersive journey through the Taiwanese capital’s striking natural and cultural contrasts of ancient temples, steaming fumaroles, tea plantations, and lush grasslands where water buffalo graze. #taipeitravel #taipeigrandtrail #discovertaiwan Image 1: Richie Chan/Shutterstock Image 4: Ismail Rajo/Shutterstock Image 2, 3, 5, 6: Taipei Travel