Rivaling Taitung’s Brown Boulevard, Yilan’s Dongshan also boasts the “Yilan Brown Boulevard” known as Sanqi Scenic Path. This allows northern residents to enjoy breathtaking rural landscapes without traveling far. Located in Dongshan Township, Yilan, the Sanqi Rice Field Scenic Path transforms from lush green to golden yellow between April and June each year. The Dongshan Township Office hosts various events here, such as hot air balloon carnivals and painted rice fields with different themes annually, attracting visitors year after year. This article will share how to get to Yilan’s Dongshan Sanqi Scenic Path and nearby attractions!
Introduction to Sanqi Scenic Path (Yilan Dongshan Brown Boulevard)
Sanqi Scenic Path is located in Sanqi Village, Dongshan Township, Yilan County. It was named for its resemblance to Taitung’s Brown Boulevard, featuring endless rural landscapes. Thus, it is also known as “Yilan Brown Boulevard” or “Dongshan Brown Boulevard.” After the Dongshan Township Office decided to vigorously promote the tourism features of Yilan Brown Boulevard, the site was officially renamed “Sanqi Scenic Path.”
Sanqi Scenic Path stretches about two kilometers, from Fengzun Temple to Xiesong Road. Like Taitung’s Brown Boulevard, it has no obstructive utility poles along the winding paths, making the scenic route a picturesque sight amidst golden rice waves from April to June each year.
How to Get to Sanqi Scenic Path (Yilan Dongshan Brown Boulevard)?
Yilan Dongshan Sanqi Scenic Path
Address: No. 77, Sanfeng Road, Sanqi Village, Dongshan Township, Yilan County (next to Fengzun Temple)
Parking Information: You can park at the plaza in front of Fengzun Temple. A cleaning fee of NT$100 per car / NT$20 per motorcycle is charged.
How to Get to Dongshan Sanqi Scenic Path?
It is recommended to drive there. Vehicles can be parked at the plaza in front of Fengzun Temple near the entrance of Sanqi Scenic Path. Vehicles are not allowed inside the scenic path. For public transportation, you can take the free Dongshan Line bus from Dongshan Train Station.
Can You Rent Bicycles at Sanqi Scenic Path?
If you want to explore Sanqi Scenic Path by bicycle, the nearest rental point is in front of Fengzun Temple. Cycling through the rice fields and taking photos will take about 1-2 hours.
Bicycle Rental Fees: Single bike NT$150, four-wheel tandem bike NT$400 (subject to actual on-site prices).
Sanqi Scenic Path Photography and Drone Shots
In 2022, Sanqi Scenic Path celebrated its fifth year of events from May 17 to July 10, including painted rice fields, hot air balloon carnivals, and kite festivals. For detailed information, visit the official Dongshan Township Tourism Facebook page (Happy Dongshan).
Due to the pandemic, I might not be able to share the beauty of this year’s Sanqi Scenic Path rice fields in person. Below are photos from previous years for those planning to visit this year.
Sanqi Scenic Path is currently within the drone-friendly zones announced by the Civil Aeronautics Administration. Drone enthusiasts can bring their drones to capture the scenic beauty of Yilan’s Dongshan Sanqi Scenic Path from a bird’s-eye view.
Nearby Attractions to Sanqi Scenic Path
It is recommended to spend 1-2 hours at Sanqi Meijing. Afterward, you can visit nearby attractions in Dongshan Township or head to Nanfang’ao for some delicious seafood!
Recommended nearby attractions in Dongshan, Yilan:
- Dongshan Train Station
- Dongshan River Ecoark
- Su’ao Su-Dong Tunnel
- Nanfang’ao Fishing Harbor
『Original Source：https://www.phototravel.tw/dongshn-mrbrown-avenue/』
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