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Hsinchu is the oldest and one of the most beautiful cities of north Taiwan. Popularly known as the ‘Silicon Valley’, the city harmonizes its modern technology with a culturally enriched past. With mountains nearby, the city offers picturesque locales to its visitors. Hsinchu has a warm climate which makes a stay in the city a truly enjoyable one. Facilitating trade exchanges between Taiwan and the mainland of China, Hsinchu is a busy city with a population of 500,000 people. It is essentially a factory town manufacturing electronic units. The traditional industries of glass and rice noodles have also survived well in the city. Attractions of Hsinchu: The Tung Men Square houses the only remnants of the old walls of the ancient city. The Tung Men Gate also stands here and attracts visitors to enjoy the antique architecture. To the south of the Tung Men is the Cheng Huang Temple of a powerful Chinese deity. Lentoo Park preserves the culture of the aboriginal inhabitants and is a popular destination in the city. The nearby mountain ranges provide a host of activities like bird watching and hiking. Another attraction for the tourists in Hsinchu is the two night markets of the city. The markets are bustling centers offering a variety of latest electronic gadgets.
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