Qionglin

Qionglin (芎林) is a rural township in north-central Hsinchu County, Taiwan, situated between the cities of Zhubei and Zhudong. It is a primarily Hakka agricultural area known for its rice paddies, fruit orchards, and traditional farm villages. Qionglin offers a quiet slice of rural Taiwanese life.

The climate is humid subtropical. October to March are the best months. The township has a small centre with basic services, while most of the area is agricultural.

By Plane

Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is about 60 km north. A taxi takes about 55 minutes and costs around NT$1,300–1,600.

By Train

Qionglin does not have a TRA station. The nearest station is Zhubei Station, about 8 km north. From Zhubei, take a taxi or bus (10 minutes, taxi NT$200–300).

By Car / Road

Qionglin is accessible via Freeway 3 (Qionglin exit) and County Road 120. From Hsinchu City, drive northeast for about 20 minutes.

A car or scooter is needed to explore the dispersed villages. The main street is walkable.

• Qionglin Old Street — A modest historic street with some traditional buildings.

• Qionglin Rice Paddies — Scenic agricultural landscape.

• Local temples — Several traditional temples in the area.

• Cycle through the Hakka farm villages and rice fields.

• Visit during the rice harvest season.

• Explore the nearby hills and walking trails.

• Small Hakka eateries serve simple meals. NT$50–100.
• For more dining options, nearby Zhubei and Zhudong have many choices.

Convenience stores have drinks. Bottled water is recommended.

• Budget: Limited options; most visitors stay in Zhubei or Hsinchu City.

• Local rice and agricultural products.
• Hakka preserved foods.

• Zhubei — 8 km north (10 min drive). Modern town with the HSR station.
• Zhudong — 8 km south. Hakka market town.
• Hsinchu City — 18 km west. Historic city.
• Xinpu — 8 km east. Persimmon town with a preserved old street.
• Hukou — 12 km north. Historic old street town.