Cape Hope

Along coast from Houlong (後龍) to Zhunan (竹南) in Miaoli, more than 25 windmills are set to transfer wind energy to electricity. The gigantic fan blades, straight towers, ocean in deep blue and clear sky form a breathtaking picture together. The best place to see such wonder is, indubitably, Cape Hope. It was originally a military restricted area with a scouting bunker built at its peak. Later on, the restriction had been loosened and made it become a popular attraction for admiring sunset. On holidays, stream of people also brings mobile cafe, sausage stall and fruit vendor, which satisfies the tourists while they are enjoying the view. Dozens of windmills in various distances could be seen from here. You might even stand right below a windmill to feel oppression when sea wind blowing over to rotate fan blades. The intermittent roar from rotation reveals the strength of nature to us. If you are feeling fine to go further, follow the trail downwards to another bunker and even reach seaside.