Golden Daylilies Bloom: Liushishi & Chike Mountains Open Aug. 9

(中央社訊息服務20250811 12:14:50)The 2025 Hualien Daylily Season is officially underway, with rolling hills of golden blooms ready to greet travelers. This year’s festivities run from August 9 through October 12, making it one of eastern Taiwan’s must-see summer attractions. On August 8, Hualien County Mayor Hsu Chen-Wei attended the official press conference, inviting visitors from around the globe to admire the dazzling scenery and breathe in the soul-soothing mountain air.

Mayor Hsu noted that Hualien’s pristine mountains and rivers are especially enchanting during the annual daylily season in Fuli Township and Yuli Township, which coincides with Taiwan’s peak domestic travel period. Paired with seasonal itineraries and events carefully planned by the Fuli Township Farmers’ Association and Yuxi District Farmers’ Association, the flower season offers a perfect escape for both locals and visitors.

She added that the second half of 2025 is packed with major events, including the Xiulin Kndsan Ocean Life Music Festival, the Qixingtan Meteor Hualien Starlight Concert, the East Rift Valley Indigenous Fair and Food Carnival, the Fuli Liushishi Mountain Half Marathon, and the Hualien Pacific Hot Spring Festival. “Buy a ticket and experience Hualien’s stunning blend of mountains and sea, rich local culture, and warm hospitality,” Hsu said.

Fuli’s Liushishi Mountain and Yuli’s Chike Mountain are famed for their vast daylily fields, creating golden blankets across the slopes. This year, 40 hectares on each mountain have been reserved for visitors to enjoy, supported by the Hualien County Government and brought to life with scenic spots, local delicacies, specialty souvenirs, and special shopping offers.

In keeping with the season’s playful spirit, both mountains are introducing adorable mascots to delight visitors. On Liushishi Mountain, characters such as Fuxing, BUGCAT CAPOO, and Dora the Daylily Fairy will welcome guests. Chike Mountain is once again partnering with Kanahei’s Small Animals—Piske and Usagi—for interactive activities, adding a unique charm throughout the season.

This year’s festivities have also drawn international and star-studded support. Ms. Lily Tangisia Faavae, Ambassador of Tuvalu to the Republic of China (Taiwan), attended the press conference to underscore the strong friendship between Tuvalu and Hualien. Siri Lee, the Golden Melody Award-winning Taiwanese-language singer who has made Hualien her home for the past decade, performed live to mark the opening of the season.

Liushishi Mountain has partnered with local guesthouses to offer tour-and-lodging packages built around four main activity themes. These include tea ceremony experiences, guided sunrise tours, and stargazing trips, along with exclusive local souvenirs and a “snap-and-win” prize draw—ensuring visitors enjoy both memorable experiences and keepsakes.

Chike Mountain has once again secured licensing rights for Japan’s popular Kanahei characters, with life-sized mascots appearing at the press conference. The characters feature in the season’s main visuals and on limited-edition co-branded merchandise. A flower-viewing shuttle tour takes travelers through the golden fields, with stops for photo opportunities, hands-on workshops, and local delicacies for a carefree day in nature.

To thank travelers for their support, both mountains are offering special promotions. At Luoshan Sales Center, shoppers can enjoy a “buy three, get one free” deal on Fuxing rice crackers. At Chike Mountain, visitors can purchase an NT$330 “Happy Travel Voucher” redeemable for NT$500 worth of goods at participating Yuxi District Farmers’ Association and Chike Mountain partner stores—equivalent to about a 30% discount.