In the outskirts of the bustling city of Taipei, Taiwan, lies the ever sunny island known as: Longdong Island (a.k.a. Green Island). It's an hour boat ride off the main island and is a hotspot for snorkelers and hikers, and all kinds of nature lovers in general.
The island's rocky terrain is a great place for rock climbing and hiking, and from the picture above, is a great place for taking pictures once one reaches the summit. The island is also perfect for sightseeing, as there are bridges built upon the rocks that help one reach the top, and provides stellar views of the overall island and the sea.
Another favorite pastime for Green Island fans is snorkeling in the clear, blue waters of the seas. There are three zones to snorkel: Nanliao,Dabaisha and Chaikou. Nanliao is the best place to snorkel for beginners, but Dabaisha provides the clearest and prettiest views of the coral reef below. However, Dabaisha is only for the experienced snorkelers and wetsuits should be worn as the corals can be sharp and can cut through skin.
Green Island also has natural saltwater hot springs for those keen on relaxing on the island, and costs NT200 and is open 24 hours in March to October. It's recommended that one soak in the hot spring at night to get a good view of the stars.
Food in Green Island is also just as good as the place, with their specialty being deer meat stir fried with vegetables. They also serve shaved ice in clam-shaped bowls, and there is a 7-11 and Family Mart nearby for those who feel like they're not up to trying deer meat.
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