Living in Taichung
Ranked as the most livable city in Taiwan, Taichung offers both bustling night markets and peaceful hiking trails. Compared to Taiwan's other cities, its temperatures are more moderate and less humid. Famous sites such as Guguan hot springs and the Gaomei wetlands are just about an hour from the city center.
Living Area Condition
There are three main areas where grantees typically live. Each location offers a unique charm while ensuring convenience with a variety of shops, restaurants, and convenience stores nearby.
Taichung city center
The bustling heart of Taichung, the city center is where energy never fades. From trendy cafes to night markets, every corner is filled with excitement, making it perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic urban environment.
Dajia
A hidden gem on Taichung’s coastline, Dajia charms visitors with its warm hospitality and cultural richness. The town is famous for the annual Mazu Pilgrimage, one of Taiwan's most vibrant and spiritually significant events. Its peaceful seaside vibe is complemented by an abundance of fresh seafood and a slower pace of life, making it the perfect retreat for those who love the charm of small-town living.
Fengyuan
Fengyuan blends serenity and convenience like no other. Just a 10-minute express train ride to Taichung's main train station, this area is ideal for those seeking a balance between city accessibility and a tranquil lifestyle. Known as the gateway to Taichung’s majestic high mountains, it offers breathtaking scenery, a relaxed pace of life, and an array of delicious traditional dishes. Whether exploring its local markets or hiking nearby trails, Fengyuan is a haven for nature and food lovers alike. (Photo by: @zhujiaozi)
Public Transportation
There are many ways to travel in Taichung with public transportation. Trains, city buses, metro, shared bikes, taxis, and shared scooters. And High-speed rail and an airport for you to travel to further places.
Miao dong Night Market 廟東夜市
It’s the most popular alley in Fengyuan, next to a Mazu temple full of delicious traditional cuisine. (On weekends, also full of people)Personal recommendations are the water chestnut ball, oyster omelet, rib noodles, shrimp meatballs, and pineapple sorbet.
📌 Fengyuan District Map
🕒 noon till late evening
Chun Shui Tang 春水堂
Founded in 1983, it’s an international teahouse chain based in Taichung. The restaurants specialize in serving bubble tea but also serve other entrees and snacks.
Aside from restaurants, Chun Shui Tang also owns TP Tea, another chain of take-out stores.
📌 West District (The original shop) Map
🕒 8 am-10 pm
Pizza Rock 搖滾披薩
The founder is an Italian Canadian; he started the restaurant in 2001 in Taichung and now has more than 20 stores all over Taiwan. They offer thin-crust pizza and other Westerner cuisines like panini and nachos.
📌 7 shops in Taichung.
🕒 12 pm-10 pm
Lai Lai Soy Milk Shop 來來豆漿
It’s famous for the burned taste of soya milk and handmade traditional Chinese pastry.
The food they provide is varied and affordable. You could enjoy it not only at breakfast time but the whole day!
📌 Xitun District Map
🕒 24 hours
A Yu Sushi 阿裕壽司
A self-service restaurant offers fresh and fair sashimi (raw fish) in the city center. There are also many futomaki (thick roll) options for those who don’t eat raw food or are vegetarian.
📌 Xitun District Map
🕒 10 am-8 pm, close on Monday
Chinese Classes Information
Chinese Language Center of Tunghai University
In-person or online course
Private course: customized, 50 minutes a class.
Group online course: 6 hours a week, 5-8 studentsclc.thu.edu.tw
1-on-1: $600, 1-on-2: $450, 3-4 students: $330, group online course: $14,400
Taipei Language Institute Taichung Center (TLI)
Individual or group class
50 minutes a class, in groups with 2-4 students
https://tli1956.com/
Registration fee: $500, individual: $550/lesson, group: $350/lesson
** For all the latest information, please look at the institutions' websites.