With a forest coverage rate of nearly 60%, Taiwan features magnificent natural landscapes and unique ecological resources. To encourage the public to get closer to nature and experience the beauty of forest recreation, Chunghwa Post has issued a set of four stamps on national forest recreation areas, each with a face value of NT$8. The designs feature hand-drawn illustrations. To add to the fun for philatelists and enhance the stamps’ collectible value, the main subjects of the stamps are printed using a special technique that allows them to appear when exposed to sunlight (UV light). Brief descriptions of the designs follow:
1. Dasyueshan National Forest Recreation Area: Located in Taichung City, this area features unique climatic and geographical conditions that create its signature cloud forest scenery. The presence of a majestic, straight-standing Taiwan Red Cypress—the Syueshan Sacred Tree—and Formosan white-faced flying squirrel, a nocturnal “mountain elf,” only adds to its charm. It is a recreation area where visitors can fully immerse themselves in Taiwan’s cloud forest zone.
2. Kenting National Forest Recreation Area: Located in Pingtung County, it is famous for its unique and spectacular uplifted coral reef forest. Visitors can also observe Chinese goshawks soaring in the sky and Formosan sika deer weaving through the trees. It is a recreation area that best captures the character of Taiwan’s tropical forest landscapes.
3. Jhihben National Forest Recreation Area: Located in Taitung County, it features a warm and humid climate year-round. Wandering through the area, visitors can witness a unique forest landscape anchored by century-old white banyan trees, and spot Formosan Reeve’s muntjacs and Formosan rock macaques, making it one of the most iconic forest recreation sites in eastern Taiwan.
4. Taipingshan National Forest Recreation Area: Located in Yilan County, Taipingshan was historically called “Miannao,” an Atayal word meaning “lush and dense forest.” It was once one of the top three logging areas in Taiwan. The recreation area preserves historical sites such as the Bong Bong Train, which was used to transport timber in the past. The area serves as a habitat for common species like the Formosan yellow-throated marten, and it is also one of northern Taiwan’s best-known snow-viewing destinations.
To purchase postage stamps, please go directly to the post office branches, Postal Museum or order online at https://stamp.post.gov.tw.

(1) First Day Cover (195 mm × 120 mm): NT$5 apiece.
(2) Folder (with or without mount): NT$15 apiece.
(3) Loose-leaf album page: NT$15 apiece.
(4) Pre-cancelled FDC affixed with one NT$8-denominated stamp: NT$18 apiece.
(5) Pre-cancelled FDC affixed with a full set of stamps: NT$42 apiece.
(6) Stamp folio: NT$380 a copy.
Relative philatelic products will be available at the following branches: Taipei Beimen, Beitou, Neihu, Nangang, Muzha, Keelung Aisan Rd., Banqiao Wunhua Rd., Xindian, Shulin, Sanchong Zhongshan Rd., Tamsui, Xinzhuang, Taoyuan Chenggong Rd., Zhongli, Longtan, Yangmei, Hsinchu Wuchang St., Miaoli Zhongmiao, Taichung Minqyuan Rd., Fongyuan, Changhua Zhongyang Rd., Yuanlin, Nantou Sanhe, Douliou Xiping Rd., Chiayi Yushan, Tainan Chenggong Rd., Xinxing, Fongshan, Gangshan, Pingtung Minsheng Rd., Yilan Zhongshan Rd., Luodong, Hualien Guoan, Taitung Datong Rd., Magong Zhongzheng Rd. or order online at https://stamp.post.gov.tw. Pre-order is also acceptable in other branches.