Erkan Traditional Village
Taiwan Must See Erkan Traditional Village
The village is a very pittoresk cluster of old houses with basalt foundations and coral walls. The oldest dating back to 1690. Some houses in the centre are renovated and some are converted into shops. You need your own wheels to get there.
About Taiwan
Taiwan is an island nation located off the coast of southwest of Okinawa, Japan and north of the Philippines that is governed by the Republic of China since 1945. Shaped roughly like a sweet potato, the island nation has more than 23 million people and is one of the most densely populated places in the world. Besides its crowded cities, Taiwan is also known for steep mountains and lush forests.
Practical information
Best time to go
Spring and Autumn
Language
Mandarin, Taiwanese
Currency
New Taiwan dollar (TWD)