Rueili (Juili)

Introducing Rueili (Juili)

Rueili (Ruìlǐ) is a small, quiet, temperate-mountain community that thrives on tourism and tea growing. It’s always been one of our favourite places in the Alishan region and the fact that we can now walk there from the Fenchihu train station makes it all that more special. Rueili excels in eye candy for the nature-lover. There are panoramic mountain scenes, bamboo forests, caves, waterfalls and historic walking trails. Come midweek (especially late autumn or winter) and it’s practically yours alone.

One distinctive local feature that’s highly commendable is that Rueili people have long been working to preserve the environment. As a result, the region is not only clean, green and pesticide-free, but it’s one of the best places in the country for watching fireflies.

You can visit any time of year, though with the altitude winter nights can be chilly so bring warm clothing. Most hotel rooms aren’t heated.

Last updated: Sep 25, 2008