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The latest viral installation art: IG-favorite Rose Avenue
Recently, several large roses have appeared on the bustling streets of Taipei, standing on both sides of the walkway, making passersby want to stop for photos and check-ins. This delightful Rose Avenue was created by Shin Kong Mitsukoshi...
Expert's hidden gem alert: A breathtakingly cool waterfall with silvery cascades like silver ribbons
The Huatung Valley area boasts an abundance of spectacular scenery, and even a three-day trip might not be enough to explore all its hidden wonders—this is also the most enchanting feature of eastern Taiwan. In the Yuli District of Hualien, within the Tiefen Tribe on County Highway 193, there is...
The "Centennial Station Revival" series of events welcomes its grand opening
The historic Japanese-style railway station—Xinbeitou Station—once a symbol of Xinbeitou’s hot spring charm, was relocated to Changhua for nearly 30 years due to the construction of the MRT. In 2004, the local community launched a campaign to bring the station back, and after many twists and turns...
First traffic control during Qingming holiday in a decade – Important travel info
With the arrival of Qingming Festival, it is expected that major cemeteries across Taiwan will see large crowds and heavy traffic. To ensure smooth road traffic around these areas, the government will implement traffic controls at scenic spots and congested sections of national freeways based on past traffic data...
Top 10 Architectural Wonders: Incredible Building Designs Include Taiwan Selection
With rapid advancements in technology, modern architecture that defies logic continues to emerge. The following ten buildings feature designs that seem to defy the laws of physics, including inverted pyramids, twisted houses, and floating platforms...
A Unique Noble Experience at a Mini French Castle Homestay
An exotic castle experience is one of the travel activities many visitors love. With an increasing number of unique homestays in Taiwan, you can now immerse yourself in the most authentic cultural charm without even leaving the country. Located in Wujie Township, Yilan...
One-week holiday weather: Clear skies to return after holiday, southeastern areas to see weather changes on Thursday
During the Qingming holiday, most of Taiwan enjoyed sunny to partly cloudy weather, and the clear conditions largely continued until the end of the holiday on Children's Day. Only the eastern and southeastern regions saw scattered brief showers. The western half of the island experienced large day-night temperature variations, with daytime highs reaching between 25–30°C. Many people were seen wearing short sleeves outdoors. It is advised to bring a light jacket for the cooler mornings and evenings to avoid catching a chill.
Artisan wooden composite space – Japanese trailer hotel with minimalist fashion
As one of the international trend capitals, Tokyo gathers Japan’s diverse and remarkable creativity and culture, attracting tourists from around the world to pay homage and experience its ever-changing atmosphere. The architectural design here often dazzles the eyes as well...
Discover Unique Attractions & British-Style Brunches via the Airport MRT
Since the opening of the Airport MRT, many attractions in the Taoyuan area have seen an influx of visitors, boosting local tourism. Near Taoyuan MRT Station A8, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, there’s a brunch spot brimming with exotic charm—AK...
2017 Tung Blossom Season: A Snowy Deluge of White Trails
Every spring and summer, Taiwan becomes blanketed in snow-white tung blossoms. Regions such as the mountainous areas north of Chiayi, as well as eastern locations like Hualien and Taitung, are filled with the breathtaking sight of tung blossoms covering the hills. Especially in Hakka villages around Taoyuan, Hsinchu...
Taiwan’s only painted pineapple fields — a vibrant and unique sea of flowers
Pingtung County’s Gaoshu Township is famed for its pineapples. Recently, the pineapple fields along Section 3 of the Mountain Highway have been topped with colorful “hats.” The Maolin National Scenic Area Administration got creative to protect the pineapples from the sun, dressing them in a rainbow of colorful caps...
The Magical Banyan Avenue in the Wild Fields – A Hidden Fantasy Landscape
Taiwan boasts abundant natural beauty, with many stunning sights hidden away in rural streets and alleys. Travelers often stumble upon breathtaking wonders, and through social media sharing, these hidden gems can be discovered by more people...
Two male idols, Jung Woo-sung and Jo In-sung, unveil a dark tale of money, power, and sex
An unprecedented acting powerhouse duo in Korean film history—Jo In-sung, Jung Woo-sung, Ryu Jun-yeol, Bae Seong-woo, Kim Eui-sung, and Kim Yea-jung—star together in an intense showdown, unveiling a web of secrets intertwined with money, power, and lust, posing the compelling question to society: “Who is the real king?”
Come be an internet celebrity together!15 colors, 15 themed galleries — one day just isn’t enough to capture them all
The highly anticipated bold color exhibition “Color Gallery” will open on January 17th, redefining 15 life scenarios through 15 different colors, covering everything from morning to night in daily life including a dreamy pink walk-in closet, a vibrant yellow breakfast shop, a Monday Blue subway car, a giant black-and-white office, and more, bringing together 15 diverse scenes that let you snap photos non-stop all day.
Pastel Container House × Instagrammable Girl-Themed Scenic Spot for Healing
Located in Tianzhong Town, Changhua, besides visiting the Red Hollyhock Sea Art Festival, you can also check out the latest IG hotspot nearby—HaoYu HowYu Coffee. Just a few minutes' walk from the Changhua HSR Station...
Taiwan’s version of Meguro River’s floral boulevard: Dreamy white neem blossoms make a stunning debut
March and April are the peak blooming seasons for neem flowers, which emit a fragrant aroma. These trees are excellent for landscaping, as street trees, and are suitable for afforestation along coastal areas. In addition to the longest neem flower tunnel in Taiwan, located along the embankment road of the Puzi River in Liujiao Township, Chiayi...
The world’s best Korean BBQ makes its delicious debut in Taiwan
The Seoul-based BBQ brand MapleTreeHouse, once hailed by CNN as the world’s best Korean BBQ, has been committed to delivering the highest quality since its opening in 2005...
Bid farewell to delicate pink cherry blossoms and welcome the dreamy purple wisteria waterfalls
As spring blooms, cascading wisteria flowers drape from overhead trellises, creating a romantic and breathtaking sea of purple that is an unmissable sight for flower enthusiasts. From now until April 23rd, Taipei Flower Village is hosting its “Purple Craze” festival...
A Classic, Magnificent, and Dreamlike Route Through the Time-Transcending Ridge Ancient Trail
The Engangli Trail is a historic mountain pass route, originally established by the Atayal and Seediq tribes and later developed into an official road during the Japanese colonial period. It stretches from Ren'ai Township in Nantou County, traversing the central section of the Central Mountain Range — including the Qilai Mountain Range and the Engangli Mountain Range — all the way to Tongmen Village in Xiulin Township, Hualien County...
The fantastical scene from the movie "Kong" is brought to life in Turkey’s Floating Forest Boardwalk Park
Imagine how astonishing it would be to recreate the fantastical action scenes from movies like "King Kong" or "Jurassic World" in real life. New York-based architecture firm DROR is currently working on a project in the Turkish capital—Istanbul...