Qiancao Yuan

Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park


Whether for coffee and cake (NT$120), pasta or risotto with a cheesy gratin-style topping, this cafe is appealing, with its array of foliage, pet cats and cutesy art.

It's around 1km east of Ruisui train station along Rte 193.


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