[2025 New Taipei City Stay] Travel Guide for Jinguashih 101 (Updated Jun)

Behind the Quanjitang parking lot in Ruifang Jinguashi, there is a ruin of a collapsed red brick house. Next to this ruin, you can overlook the ruins of the Thirteen Levels Selection Plant and the Yin-Yang Sea. Hidden in this steep, overgrown hillside is the 'Liukeng Inclined Cableway,' a significant historical witness to the gold mining era of Jinguashi. The mining office outside the Liukeng entrance is now a deserted red brick building, with a desolate and empty feeling of ruins. However, it has become a popular spot for influencers to take photos. Posing on the red brick ruins with the Yin-Yang Sea and the Northeast Coast as a backdrop, it seems to tell the story of Jinguashi's once-prosperous gold mining days and the changes over the years. After taking photos, I went to the mountain secret food spot - About Cafe. While enjoying the food, scenes from the movie 'Hill of No Return' depicting a harsh life came to mind, making me feel grateful for my own happiness.

#chinatrip 🏆 Ever held a 220kg pure gold brick? I did at Jinguashi! 💰✨ Jinguashi’s Gold Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into Taiwan’s gold rush days. The mining tunnels, the old machines, and the artifacts tell a story of hard work and fortune. I even tried the famous “miner’s bento box”, a hearty meal that once fueled the workers! 🍱💪 But the highlight? Touching an actual gold bar! 🤩 It was surreal to hold something so heavy yet so valuable. 🗺️ Things to do at the Gold Museum: 🔹 Walk through a real mining tunnel ⛏️ 🔹 Learn about Taiwan’s gold mining past 🏭 🔹 Try the iconic miner’s lunchbox 🍛 A trip here isn’t just sightseeing, it’s an experience—one that glitters like gold! 💛

#chinatrip 🌸 Who said Taiwan doesn’t have sakura? 🌸 I was lucky to visit Jinguashi during spring, when the cherry blossoms were in full bloom! 🌿🌸 The soft pink petals against the backdrop of misty mountains created a scene straight out of a fairy tale. With every step, I was greeted by locals and travelers snapping photos, smiling, and enjoying the cool mountain breeze. The walking trails lined with delicate cherry blossoms led me to hidden teahouses, offering warm oolong tea ☕—the perfect companion for a cool day. It felt like Japan, but with a unique Taiwanese touch! 🌸 Best time to visit: February – March 📸 Photo spots: Sakura-lined paths near old mining buildings A place of gold and flowers, Jinguashi proves that beauty comes in all seasons! 🍃