BBC hails Taiwan's 'Round-Island Route 1' as 'too beautiful'; Route 2 to be longer, safer

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) recently featured Taiwan's "Round-Island Route 1" in a special report, marveling at its beauty and calling it "too beautiful." The report highlighted the stunning coastal cliffs, vast ocean views, and lush mountain forests encountered along the path, describing Taiwan as captivating.

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Cycling Taiwan's 'Round-Island Route 1' is too beautiful.

Responding to the international praise, Taiwan's Minister of Transportation, Chen Shih-kai, announced that "Round-Island Route 2" is on track for completion by the end of the year. This new route will span 1,019 kilometers, surpassing Route 1 in length. A key focus for Route 2 is enhanced cyclist safety, with a 26% increase in dedicated cycling lanes compared to its predecessor.

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Round-Island Route 2, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year, is 1,019 kilometers long, longer than Route 1, and has significantly increased the proportion of dedicated bicycle lanes by 26% compared to Route 1, making cycling safer.

Beyond safety, Route 2 is designed to offer a more immersive experience of Taiwan's local character and scenic beauty. The route incorporates numerous coastal vistas, allowing cyclists to deeply appreciate the island's charm. The minister emphasized that the new route aims to be longer and safer, providing an even more engaging cycling journey around Taiwan.

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The route design is also closer to local characteristic attractions, with many coastal scenic spots along the way, allowing cyclists to deeply experience the beauty of cycling around Taiwan.