It’s 10am, and spears of golden sunlight are piercing the clouds draped over the forested peaks of the Alishan range in southwestern Taiwan. My mode of transport is a steam train, and in many ways, ...

TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The Alishan Forest Railway on Monday (Dec. 25) introduced its latest creation, the "Vivid Express" (栩悅號), inspired by Taiwan's indigenous birdlife. This express train is ...

The lively night markets, colorful temples and neon-lit streets in Taiwan’s cities are an obvious hit with visitors, but venture beyond the urban sprawl, and you’ll discover remarkable natural ...

Railway experts yesterday urged the government to seek world heritage status for the Alishan Forest Railway in Chiayi County, which is set to celebrate its centenary this year. Su Chao-hsu (蘇昭旭), ...

TAIPEI,Taiwan--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Alishan Forest Railway fully resumed operations after a 15-year hiatus and introduced two new tourist charter trains, the Formosensis and Vivid Express, each ...

The Alishan Forest Train is one of the best ways to experience Taiwan's history and outdoor spaces. The Alishan Forest Railway is one of the most unique ways to see Taiwan, and offers a scenic, ...

The tropic of cancer bisects the city of Chiayi (嘉義). The morning heat is, predictably, intense. But the sky is blue and hued with promise. Travelers brave the heat to pose for photos outside the ...

The railway was originally built to transport cargo but this recently restored heritage route has since swapped timber for tourists. It’s 10am, and spears of golden sunlight are piercing the clouds ...