Day 1.7

Ching-Sio Japanese Temple in the town of Chi-An, just southwest of Hualien City.

Day 1.6

On our way to the Ching-Sio Japanese Temple in the town of Chi-An, we came across this beautiful flower bed right before the temple.

Day 1.5

Tzu-Chi is a famous Buddhist charity organization based in Hualien City.

Day 1.4

Ah-Sen's Bike Rental was only about 15 minute walk from the train station.

Day 1.3

A warm and sunny day greeted us when we arrived at Hualien City.

Day 1.2

Then we took a taxi to Taipei Train Station.
We boarded the Taroko Express at 7:20 am and headed to Hualien City.

Day 1: April 1, 2011 Hualien City to So-Fong

We started the day with a hearty breakfast near Ester's house in San-Chong City.