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- Chung Tai Chan Monastery (中台禪寺) — A massive, modern Zen monastery with striking golden roofs, a vast dharma hall and tranquil gardens; it’s one of Puli’s defining landmarks and a peaceful place for a walk, meditation or photography.
- Paper Dome (紙教堂) — Shigeru Ban’s famous temporary church was rebuilt in Puli as a small cultural park and event space; the paper-tube architecture, café and exhibitions make it a quirky, photogenic stop with a neat backstory.
- Puli Distillery / Puli Winery (埔里酒廠) — The local state distillery with historical displays, tastings and a shop selling Puli’s famous rice wines and spirits; good for learning about Taiwanese distilled and fermented beverages and stocking up on souvenirs.
- Taiwan Geographic Center Monument (台灣地理中心碑) — A concrete marker and small park denoting
- Chung Tai Chan Monastery (中台禪寺) — A massive, modern Zen monastery with striking golden roofs, a vast dharma hall and tranquil gardens; it’s one of Puli’s defining landmarks and a peaceful place for a walk, meditation or photography.
- Paper Dome (紙教堂) — Shigeru Ban’s famous temporary church was rebuilt in Puli as a small cultural park and event space; the paper-tube architecture, café and exhibitions make it a quirky, photogenic stop with a neat backstory.
- Puli Distillery / Puli Winery (埔里酒廠) — The local state distillery with historical displays, tastings and a shop selling Puli’s famous rice wines and spirits; good for learning about Taiwanese distilled and fermented beverages and stocking up on souvenirs.
- Taiwan Geographic Center Monument (台灣地理中心碑) — A concrete marker and small park denoting the island’s geographic center; simple but satisfying for photos and to literally stand in the middle of Taiwan.
- Puli Old Street — The town’s daytime commercial spine with traditional shops and food stalls selling local produce, snacks, and artisanal goods; it’s the best place to soak up everyday Puli life and pick up local specialties.
- Puli Night Market — A lively evening market where locals eat and shop; inexpensive street food, casual stalls and the neighborhood atmosphere give a true taste of central Taiwan after dark.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.