Museum
New Taipei City Gold Museum
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The New Taipei City Gold Museum, set in the historic Jinguashi mining area, offers an immersive journey into Taiwan's gold rush era. Visitors can explore the restored gold mining tunnels, see original machinery, and view a massive 220-kilogram gold bar. The museum complex includes the former mining office, a gold-panning experience, and exhibits on miners' daily lives. The surrounding hills provide stunning views of the northeast coast. It's an educational and hands-on attraction that brings the region's golden past to life, appealing to history buffs and families alike.
Don't miss
- Walk through the 100-meter Benshan Fifth Tunnel to experience the cool, dark conditions miners worked in
- Try your hand at gold panning in the outdoor stream (small fee for a vial of sand)
- View the 220-kilogram gold bar in the main exhibition hall and try to lift it through a glass case
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit New Taipei City Gold Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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