Wai'ao Service Area. On a sweltering summer day, if you're looking for a cool beach escape, stop by the Wai'ao Service Area. This bright yellow building, resembling a paraglider or a grand ship,. On a sweltering summer day, if you're looking for a cool beach escape, stop by the Wai'ao Service Area. This bright yellow building, resembling a paraglider or a grand ship, was designed by renowned architect Kris Yao. Its modern exterior evokes multiple images, inviting you to use your imagination and experience the uniqueness of this architecture firsthand. The yellow facade contrasts beautifully with the blue sky and sea, facing Guishan Island, with its own stretch of wetland beach and a azure coastal path. Whenever the sunlight hits the sea at dawn or dusk, the silhouettes of playing visitors appear, complementing the scenic beauty of the Guishan sunrise and the 'turtle wearing a hat' phenomenon. Besides the stunning scenery, Wai'ao Beach is a mecca for surfers. Shops near the beach offer surfing lessons, allowing beginners to experience the thrill of riding the waves, along with exciting water activities like banana boat rides. On the nearby mountaintop is a paragliding base, where you can soar into the sky and overlook the entire Wai'ao coastline – a beautiful and spectacular view. The rich variety of land, sea, and air activities here attracts many visitors seeking adventure. The service area thoughtfully provides a free foot-washing area and paid shower facilities. The indoor No. 9 Cafe offers coffee, light snacks, and information services, with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the Pacific coast and Guishan Island, earning it the title of the cafe closest to the sea. After enjoying water activities, travelers can
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