Southern Province

Southern Taiwan boasts abundant tourism resources. For example, Kaohsiung's Cijin Scenic Area is renowned for its beautiful beaches, lighthouse, and fishing harbor. Tainan's Anping Fort and Anping Old Street allow you to step back in time and experience history. Kenting National Park in Pingtung is a tropical coastal resort paradise. The Donggang Tuna Culture Center lets you experience the local fishing culture. Additionally, Kaohsiung's Dome of Light at the Formosa Boulevard Station and Liuhe Night Market are urban highlights.

February is a suitable season for traveling in Taiwan, with pleasant weather in Southern Taiwan. You can consider the sunshine and beaches of the South, like Kenting, to enjoy the warm climate, or explore Tainan's historical sites and gourmet food. Although Ali Mountain, Sun Moon Lake, Wulai, Yangmingshan, and Penghu are mentioned, if focusing on the South, it's best to enjoy the warm sunshine, sea breeze, and savor local delicacies.

For a three-day, two-night trip to Southern Taiwan, you can choose a combination of mountains and sea, food culture, or urban and suburban areas. For instance, Kenting in Southern Taiwan features a beautiful coastline, perfect for enjoying beaches and water activities. Xiaoliuqiu offers an in-depth marine experience with snorkeling and swimming with sea turtles. Tainan is ideal for enjoying gourmet food and experiencing historical sites, with itineraries that can include the Anping district, city attractions, and specialty food tours.

For a three-day, two-night Tainan itinerary, it's recommended to combine historical sites, gourmet food, and cultural creativity. Day one can include the Anping district (Anping Fort, Anping Old Street, Sicao Green Tunnel) and a city night market. Day two can cover city attractions like Fort Provintia and Confucius Temple, followed by a visit to the Chimei Museum or Ten Drum Culture Village. Day three can be spent at Taijiang National Park, Jingzijiao Salt Field, or exploring other hidden gems and specialty foods based on your preferences. It's advisable to divide attractions by area to reduce travel time; you can utilize Tainan's city buses or rent a scooter.

Southern Taiwan is a treasure trove of Taiwanese cuisine, offering numerous mouth-watering local specialty foods. In Kaohsiung, you can savor the freshness of seafood or experience the diverse street food at night markets. Tainan is particularly famous for its exquisite snacks; beef soup, 'guà bāo' (savory steamed buns), milkfish congee, 'guāncai bǎn' (coffin bread), and 'dànsǎi noodles' are all classic must-tries. When you visit Donggang in Pingtung, you absolutely cannot miss the freshly delivered bluefin tuna dishes.