台11線嚴選－East Coast National Scenic Area

Travel on Provincial Highway 11

From sea to summit in the shortest distance

The East Coast stretches across the mountains and sea of Hualien and Taitung, encompassing a 168-kilometer-long coastline.

Following the stunningly blue Provincial Highway 11, you can fully immerse yourself in the wild and romantic aspects of the East Coast through various themed tours.

Explore the multiculturalism of the East Coast and discover indigenous life wisdom during a tribal-themed trip. Embark on an art-themed journey to learn about the abundant creative energy inspired by the magnificent mountains and sea.

Engage in sports-themed activities to absorb the vitality of the East Coast sun.

Dive into an ecological trip that allows you to appreciate the amazing natural ecology of the East Coast;

A trip to region. And don't miss the chance to fall in love with the small towns along Provincial Highway 11.

"The Best of Provincial Highway 11"

thoughtfully curates tours under five major themes, offering the shortest distance to explore the captivating East Coast!

Tribe
Learn about the ancient life wisdom of mountains and sea
Indigenous culture a central theme of tribal tourism on the East Coast. While the Amis constitute the majority population, other ethnic groups, such as the Sakizaya and Kebalan peoples, also inhabit the region along Provincial Highway 11. As you delve deeper into the East Coast and immerse yourself in tribal communities, you'll discover that people living in the mountains, along the coast, and by rivers in different areas of Hualien and Taitung have developed diverse tribal rituals, distinctive costumes, and unique lifestyles over time.
Interested in learning more about the East Coast' s rich stories? Let's explore the East Coast tribe! Listen attentively to the tales shared by tribal members, try your hand at traditional archery, participate in weaving and winemaking, and savor local cuisine to gain insights into the ancient wisdom of harmonious coexistence with nature.
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Art
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and indulge in the artsy vibes of the Pacific Ocean.
The East Coast's magnificent landscape, vibrant colors, and diverse ecology nourish the creative souls who call this land home. Artists from various backgrounds are drawn to live along the East Coast, their creative energy as dynamic as the surrounding mountains and seas. Through different artistic media and forms—whether music, dance, sculpture, weaving, ceramics, or photography—they weave narratives that span the past and present of this coastal region. These creations repeatedly convey and celebrate the stories of the land, its people, and the natural world.
An art-themed trip will be a spiritual journey of stress release and soul searching.
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Sport
Sweat out and feel the burn of the eastern sun!
Step out from the gym and forget about the repetitive indoor training for a moment. Come to the East Coast to do sports, enjoy the beautiful scenery, accelerate the generation of dopamine in your brain, and make it the most joyful sports trip!
The sunny East Coast is suitable for visiting with a few friends to ride bicycles together along the blue Provincial Highway 11 or participate in the challenging rafting triathlon and King Kong Marathon.
In addition to land sports, there are also a wide variety of water and underwater activities, such as diving, rafting, surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddling, lazy river, bamboo rafting, and sailing. The beautiful scenery of the East Coast can be viewed from the water unobstructed, and you also get a chance to make new friends from all around the world!
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Ecology
Encountering the ecological paradise of the East Coast
The warm sunshine, vast land, diverse ecology, and ever-changing sights of day and night make every visitor to the East Coast marvel at the world-class scenery that could only be seen on the National Geographic Channel.
See the peculiar rocks and help hermit crabs change their homes in Xiaoyeliu; visit Sanxiantai at night to see the starry sky; sail out to sea to see the magical cetaceans; visit Green Island to learn about the unique geology of a volcanic island; or dive into sea to visit the world-class diving spots. The vitality of the East Coast is worth experiencing in person!
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Town
Enjoy a fun and relaxing trip of mountains, sea, and people
In the healing blue corridor that slows down your pace, every settlement here has its own story. The East Coast Sightseeing Zone took inventory of local tourism resources; and under the theme of Provincial Highway 11, the potential industries and stores of Yanliao, Shuilian, the Two Bin's (Changbin and Fengbin), Xiuguluan, Chenggong, Donghe, Fugang, South Link Highway, and Green Island are selected to create wonderful tours and itineraries that allow visitors to explore the beauty of the East Coast in depth.
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Travel on Provincial Highway 11

Tribe

Learn about the ancient life wisdom of mountains and sea

Art

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and indulge in the artsy vibes of the Pacific Ocean.

Sport

Sweat out and feel the burn of the eastern sun!

Ecology

Encountering the ecological paradise of the East Coast

Town

Enjoy a fun and relaxing trip of mountains, sea, and people