台湾走透透 (四): 薰衣草森林

We plan a one-day trip to 薰衣草森林 (at 新竹

To reach there, we have to take the 9a.m. train from Taipei station to 新竹 station. From 新竹 station, we've to take a public bus to 竹东. From 竹东, take a train to 内湾. Upon reaching 内湾 (which is a 老街 ), we have to go to this 内湾 戏院 to take a shuttle bus straight to 薰衣草森林.

Before going straight to the introduction of the 薰衣草森林, allow me to touch briefly on 内湾老街

On the train ride, noticed a lot of 竹树 along the way, so guess that's how 新竹 got its name from. Quite interesting to see the really antique 戏院. It is actually still in operations. People can pay and go in to watch old films, and can have tea and meals inside. They also show the history of this 戏院. There is also a shop selling old toys and games.

Ok now to the main event for the day:

Entering into the Lavender Cottage is just like entering a purplish fantasy!! The cute signboards, and the little house, and the big teddy bears are all so kawaii!!! Upon entering the cottage, we had this 净身仪式 whereby we cleansed ourselves with lavender mist..Its so nice-smelling!!!

~See! no hands! As demonstrated by hubby.. ~

Love the picturesque and scenic views of the place. Almost like a postcard in real life! Oh, we even saw a wedding couple taking photos there. She is dressed like a big yam (purple gown)..haha..


After walking in the outdoors admiring the flowerbeds, and basking in the hot afternoon sun, we decided to take a break at its restaurant for late lunch and drink. The food is very very nice, and big in portion! The chef's and my recommendation is Spice Honey Chicken Leg with Lavender Garlic Sauce. Simply juicy, yummy, and delicious! Gota wear the plastic glove to sprinkle the pepper and squeeze the lime onto the chicken leg.. Feelin' hungry now? The drinks were refreshing and nice too..Mine (Osmanthus+Plum) a little too sweet though.



After the heavy meal, we took our 许愿卡 to the 许愿树. We followed the steps closely, and hanged our 许愿卡 on the 许愿树, silently praying hard for our wishes written on the 许愿卡. Hopefully they will come true la

Love this trip to 薰衣草森林 despite the long journey from Taipei, and the winding road up to the cottage. It's a worthwhile trip as we admire the scenery along the way, look at the culture and people around us. This is what traveling is about right?