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Luan Mountain is home to Taiwan’s mid- to low-elevation virgin forests, which harbor thousands of precious native white banyan trees. Immersed within this ecosystem, visitors feel as though they have stepped into a dreamlike scene reminiscent of *Avatar*. The native banyan trees here are called “walking trees” because their aerial roots continuously expand and spread. As the original branches wither, the aerial roots take over, creating the illusion that the trees are perpetually moving. Visitors to the Luan Mountain Forest Museum can tailor their itinerary according to the time available. Here, one can listen to Aleman, a member of the Bunun tribe, explain the history of migration, or walk into the museum to learn Bunun tribal wisdom about mountain life and reflect on how to return to the simplest and purest pace of living. If a reservation for meals is made in advance, visitors can also savor traditional Bunun tribal cuisine, which is unavailable at restaurants in urban areas. **Source: Tribe Traveler (Fengtaitung), Tribal Tourism Guidebook**