Taiwan in pictures, part I

Most weekends, when the weather's good, I like to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy some of the beautiful spots around Taiwan. We may go hiking in the mountains; we may go on a road trip down south or to the north coast; anything to get away and enjoy some of the unique things Taiwan has to offer.

So, what does Taiwan look like? Here are some pictures to tickle your imagination:

A vista on the Southern Cross-Island Highway.













Yinhedong (Milky Way Cave), a temple near
Maokong, on the periphery of Taipei.


Fairy Pool, near Wulai, on the Jiajiuliao Creek.
It's one of our favorite swimming holes.


A bizarre clash of cultures in Keelung.


This is just a tantalizing smattering of what Taiwan has to offer. More later.