Enjoying concerts in the National Parks is on the bucket list for many people every year. National Parks not only offer a wealth of natural resources, but also contain important historical and cultural heritage.
The Kinmen National Park Headquarters and the Taroko National Park Headquarters have been organizing the annual Kinmen Tunnel Music Festival and Taroko Music Festival for many consecutive years. These annual music festivals are like a yearly meeting that forges the deepest bond between each person and the land.
An Unmissable Music Festival with the Hardest-to-Buy Tickets
Now in its 14th year, the Kinmen Tunnel Music Festival has become the most iconic event in the region, attracting some 20,000 people every time.
The 2022 Kinmen Tunnel Music Festival will be taking place on Oct. 15 (Sat) and Oct. 16 (Sun). In addition to the highly anticipated world-level performances, the granite walls of the Zhaishan Tunnel are also known as "nature's speakers", perfectly complementing the beauty of the exquisite music and the unique features of the landscape. This is why the Kinmen Tunnel Music Festival is considered the "unmissable event of a lifetime, with the hardest-to-buy tickets".
Two Decades of Music Echoing in the Mountains
Music does not only reverberate in the tunnels, but also echoes in the mountain valleys. Since its inception in 2002, the Taroko Music Festival has been an important annual event at Taroko Gorge, and the spirit of "admiring the gorge and listening to music" has been deeply rooted in people's hearts.
On its 20th anniversary, the theme of this year's festival is "Two Decades of Music Echoing in the Mountains", opening up people's imagination by linking the uplifting music and the mountain culture of the alpine-type national parks.
In addition to the beautiful music, the stunning and culturally rich dancing of the indigenous peoples is the highlight of the festival. Every year, local groups dedicated to cultural preservation are invited to participate the festival, bringing the local community together and making every plant and tree in the national park a beautiful memory for children and local residents alike.
Over the years, the Taroko Music Festival has been held at the tableland, in the valley, and on gravel beaches. Each year, the festival and offers a new and refreshing experience with every different venue. Whether it is the sound of the waves, the whistling wind, or the cries of the muntjacs and birds, the music blends perfectly with the sounds of nature, flowing into the ears and hearts of every listener. The breathtaking transformation of nature's wonders brings new emotions and insights to each participant.
For those who enjoy traveling and nature, arts and culture, next time, why not include participating in a National Park music festival as one of the to-do things of a lifetime? Take practical actions to support the National Parks' mission to promote the natural ecosystems, culture, and history. Together, let's make beautiful tunes for mankind.