title: Luye Highlands
text: # Luye Highlands
  
  The Luye Highlands (Chinese: 鹿野高台; pinyin: Lùyě Gāotái) are highlands close to Yong'an Village, Luye Township, Taitung County, Taiwan.
  
  ## History
  
  The highland is famous for its hot air balloons and paragliding activities. The Taiwan International Balloon Fiesta has been held here annually since 2011.
  
  ## Geography
  
  It has an average elevation of around 350 meters above sea level.
  
  ## Transportation
  
  The highlands are accessible north west from Luye Station of Taiwan Railways.
  
  