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Zhuzilin

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So, I'm heading to this tiny hamlet in Taiwan next month – beautiful mountains, apparently. I've read about the hiking trails, but my Mandarin's...well, let's just say it's nonexistent. Anyone been… more

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ankaboecker ·

Download offline maps before you go. Seriously, Maps.me is your friend. It works offline, you can download the area around Zhuzilin, and it shows trails even if they're not super official. Plus, lots of trails have pictures, so even if you can't read the names, you might recognize a landmark. Pair that with your compass and map, and you've got a much better chance. Also, consider learning some basic Mandarin phrases. Even "hello," "thank you," "excuse me," and "help" can make a HUGE difference. There are apps that can help you with pronunciation – it doesn't have to be perfect, just enough to show you're trying. Good luck! Hope you have an amazing (and non-disasterous) trip!

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Jiuwushan Hike

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So I finally tackled Jiuwushan last weekend, the views were incredible, totally worth the sweat. But man, the trail markers...or lack thereof?! I got seriously turned around near the summit. Anyone… more

Image barbi ·

Yeah, Jiuwushan can be a bit of a maze near the top! I used the Hiking Club Taiwan app – it had offline maps and some user-submitted trail notes that were super helpful. Definitely saved me some scrambling around on my last trip. Worth checking out. Also, bringing a portable power bank is key, for both the app and in case your phone gets low on battery. Happy hiking!

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Good tip on the Hiking Club Taiwan app! I'll definitely download that before I go. Completely forgot about a portable charger, thanks for the reminder...that could've been a disaster. Appreciate the heads-up about the maze-like top section too; I'll be extra cautious.

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