When is the best time to visit Taiwan?
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by Chris van Laak
2d ago
Author Chris van Laak Photographer Chris van Laak Let’s be honest, it’s not easy to schedule a vacation. Let’s say you have an office job: During the summer, as well as around Christmas and New Year’s, parents with school-age kids usually get preferential treatment when it comes to taking time off—in my opinion rightfully so—and there is a lot of competition for vacation slots. The unfortunate ones, and this might include you, usually end up with no other option but, let’s say, taking time off in November or March. Those two months—to many in the northern hemisphere they are synonymous with wa ..read more
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Attractions in Taiwan | Wishing to Break Free from Being Single or Pray for Lasting Love? Try Visiting These 6 Effective Temples for Marriage.
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by taiwanscene
1w ago
Author Yuci Editor Chih Yi Chen(Chelsea) In Taiwanese folk belief, whether one wishes to break free from being single or desires a lasting relationship with a partner, seeking the assistance of the Yue Lao is a common practice. This article compiles 6 renowned and effective temples across Taiwan. As the new year begins, if you seek the help of the old man under the moon, as known as “Yue Lao” in Chinese, to find a suitable partner or wish for blessings on a smooth relationship, consider taking some time to visit these temples for prayers. Taiwan Attractions – 6 Effective Temples for Marriage L ..read more
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Pingxi on the best day of the year
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by taiwanscene
1w ago
Author Chris van Raak Photographer Chris van Laak The Queen looks out over the sea, as she does every day. Today, the crowd that has come to visit her is larger than usual, but she takes it with graceful patience, as always.  It is a holiday, one of the highest of the year, and a visit to the Yehliu Geopark(野柳地質公園) in New Taipei City’s Wanli District(萬里區) — with its main attraction, a uniquely shaped rock resembling a serenely looking female, hence called the Queen’s Head—is a bucket-list item for foreign visitors and Taiwanese alike. For many of them though, Yehliu is just one stop on th ..read more
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Taipei Bars | Top 5 Must-Visit Bars in Taipei! Want to enjoy your night in these Speakeasy Bars in Taipei? Engage your mind first!
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by taiwanscene
2w ago
Author Kai Editor ChihYi Chen(Chelsea) In the nighttime tapestry of Taipei, there exists a mysterious and captivating nightlife phenomenon “speakeasy bar”. These bars hide within the lively urban landscape, bearing no visual resemblance to typical bars. Entry requires a mystical passphrase, giving the impression of stepping into the prohibition era of the last century. Here, time seems to come to a standstill, exuding a rich artistic ambiance and unique style. Whether embracing modern innovation or classic retro vibes, Taipei’s underground bars each possess distinctive features, offering a per ..read more
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Taipei’s Top 5 Hiking Trails Recommended by a Travel Magazine Editor 
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by taiwanscene
2w ago
Author Rick Charette, Photographer Jason Chen, peellden, Lisanto, @inkdrinker15 An avid hiker based in Taipei who happens to have worked in travel publishing as an editor (and writer) for over two decades, I here respectfully present for your consideration the trails I think you’ll find most enjoyable while discovering Taipei. This densely populated city is blessed with refreshing nature getaways, sitting in a basin surrounded by mountains all quick-accessed via public transport, laced with scenic hiking trails short and long, simple and challenging, per your taste.  They are well signpos ..read more
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Food in Kaohsiung | It’s hot pot season again! Check out the ultimate collection of all-you-can-eat hot pots in Kaohsiung.
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by taiwanscene
3w ago
Author Dodo Editor Chih Yi Chen (Chelsea) All-You-Can-Eat Hot Pot Recommendations The weather is starting to cool down, signaling the arrival of hot pot season! Although the sun in southern Taiwan is still warm, there’s a significant temperature difference between day and night. It’s a perfect time to enjoy a hot pot to warm up, especially in Kaohsiung where there are various all-you-can-eat hot pot options, including not only spicy hot pot but also many high-quality hot pot brands. Whether you prefer individual hot pots or dining with friends, there are plenty of choices. Take a look at the t ..read more
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Time-traveling through Taipei’s buildings, from the Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China era
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by taiwanscene
3w ago
Author/Photographer: Chris van Laak In 1697, the capital of the Qing Empire was one of the biggest, if not the biggest, cities in the world, with a population of about 1 million. Exact numbers are obviously hard to come by for the time, but it is safe to say that from the Forbidden City, the Kangxi Emperor (康熙皇帝)ruled over one of the biggest and most populous realms in the world. The same year, at the edge of his empire, the first subjects of his set foot on a fertile plain at the confluence of several rivers in northern Taiwan. The travelers, led by a man named Yu Yonghe (郁永河), were true vang ..read more
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Taipei Night Market | 10 Must-Collect Delicacies at Linjiang Street Night Market
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by taiwanscene
1M ago
Author Yuci The Linjiang Street Night Market (as known as the Tonghua Street Night Market) is situated between Linjiang Street and Section 2 of Keelung Road, and Tonghua Street. During the day, it functions as a vegetable market, attracting people who come to buy ingredients. As night falls, it transforms into a lively night market where you can satisfy all your desires – shopping, playing games, or buying clothes. Due to its proximity to the bustling Xinyi District, with numerous department stores, business offices, and hotels, it has become a hidden dining spot for many office workers and th ..read more
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A day trip to the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park
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by taiwanscene
1M ago
Author Chris van Laak Photographer Chris van Laak, Lai liang ming On a sunny day in February when Taiwan’s mild winter is at its best, the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park is strikingly beautiful.  After walking through the gate of what once was a prison that housed many Taiwanese who had done nothing illegal by today’s standards, I felt a bit guilty about my first impression. The sun was shining through the crowns of trees in the former prison’s yard. Birds were singing. And I couldn’t help but be in awe. The museum in New Taipei City’s Xindian District (新店區) was not exactly bustling ..read more
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Taiwan: From ”Bicycles Kingdom” to ”Cycling Kingdom” – 6 Must-Experience Bikeway Outings in 2024″
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by taiwanscene
1M ago
Author Rick Charette Photographer Outlookxp, Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government Through the ending decades of last century Taiwan was known as the “Kingdom of Bicycles,” maker of bikes for export around the globe. A striking anomaly was that in fact exceedingly few people here cycled for pleasure. Times have changed — in the past two-plus decades Taiwan folk have taken to recreational cycling with great passion, and local governments have created thousands of kilometers of dedicated bikeways and cycling-friendly roadways.  News of the first-rate and strikingly ..read more
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