Visit Hsinchu County
Hsinchu County is a county in northern Taiwan located just south of the city of Hsinchu. With its convenient location, it is an ideal destination for tourists looking to explore and experience local Taiwanese culture and attractions. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring one of the many scenic trails, taking in gorgeous views of mountains and rivers, waterfalls, as well as beaches at nearby Guanyinshan National Scenic Area.
History buffs can wander along the streets of Hukou Old Street to witness traditional architecture from centuries past or visit Beipu Old Street where remnants of Japanese rule remain such as cobblestone pathways and old buildings. Additionally, two interesting historical facts about Hsinchu include that during the Qing Dynasty it was called Xin-Zhu Prefecture and later changed to a county under Japanese rule during 1895-1945; also, more recently Hsinchu was home to many wave technology companies founded by scientists trained at National Tsing Hua University.
History buffs can wander along the streets of Hukou Old Street to witness traditional architecture from centuries past or visit Beipu Old Street where remnants of Japanese rule remain such as cobblestone pathways and old buildings. Additionally, two interesting historical facts about Hsinchu include that during the Qing Dynasty it was called Xin-Zhu Prefecture and later changed to a county under Japanese rule during 1895-1945; also, more recently Hsinchu was home to many wave technology companies founded by scientists trained at National Tsing Hua University.
