Earth:Luye Highlands

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Short description: Highlands in Luye, Taitung County, Taiwan
Luye Highlands
Highest point
Elevation350 m (1,150 ft)
Coordinates [ ⚑ ] : 22°54′48.2″N 121°07′10.6″E / 22.913389°N 121.119611°E / 22.913389; 121.119611
Naming
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Geography
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The Luye Highlands (Chinese: 鹿野高台; pinyin: Lùyě Gāotái) are highlands close to Yong'an Village, Luye Township, Taitung County, Taiwan.

History

The highland is famous for its hot air balloons and paragliding activities.[1][2] The Taiwan International Balloon Fiesta has been held here annually since 2011.[3]

Geography

It has an average elevation of around 350 meters above sea level.[4]

Transportation

The highlands are accessible north west from Luye Station of Taiwan Railway.

See also

  • List of tourist attractions in Taiwan

References