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Yellow Trumpet Trees × Rainbow Pipe House: New IG Hotspot for Limited-Time Photos
Located in Hsinchu, Jubu Leisure Farm is one of the hidden gems for viewing golden trumpet trees, where the blossoms bloom densely and vibrantly, rivaling other popular flower spots. Recently, the farm has unveiled a new hidden attraction: a large...
Wu Pao-chun's new Smile Tower debuts: semi-crispy and Taiwan-flavored, winning hearts
Taiwan’s pride and world bread champion Chef Wu Pao-chun creates deeply moving and delicious bread using local Taiwanese ingredients. Recently, not to be outdone by Japan’s cheese tarts, he and his team have launched a brand-new “TAKE SMILE Smile Tower.”
A vacation spot with sea views day and night that rivals the Maldives
Taiwan, surrounded by the sea on all sides, boasts one of its richest landscapes in ocean views. The island is seeing an increasing number of seaside homestays and restaurants, allowing visitors to enjoy a vacation-like atmosphere
World’s Coldest Town Exposed: Phones and Cars Freeze at -68°C
Apart from the North and South Poles, the coldest town in the world is a small village in northeastern Siberia, Russia, called “Oymyakon.” The lowest temperature ever recorded here was -67.7°C (1933), which is not far off from Antarctica’s record low of -89.2°C. Oymyakon still has a population of around 500 people, and during winter, even phones and cars often freeze and break.
Stunning Banyan Tree Wall – A Hidden Rural Gem of Majestic Beauty
The magnificent tree walls, typically seen only in European royal courtyards, can also be admired in Taiwan. Nestled within the Lubei Community in Yuanchang Township, Yunlin, there are two towering and neatly aligned banyan tree walls. The two rows of banyans grow crisscrossing each other, stretching out in a uniquely spectacular way...
Wild Grassland × Overlooking Three Districts | A Phoenix-like Hidden Gem
Located on Iron Anvil Mountain in Dajia District, Taichung, there is a vast grassland featuring an artillery observation post and offering the most stunning views of Dajia District. From here, you can take in the beautiful scenery of Waipu District, Dajia District, and the coastal Guan District. Currently, this grassy area...
Floating Platform Open-Air Cinema – Free Movies Under the Stars
One of the lesser-known hidden gems in Luodong – the Luodong Cultural Factory, designed by a renowned architect, is widely known for hosting numerous cultural and artistic events. However, there’s a lesser-known secret spot here: the “Floating Platform” suspended 18...
Restaurant by Chef André Chiang Rises in Ranking on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2017 List
Following the announcement of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list has also been unveiled, with New York’s Eleven Madison Park topping the 2017 “World’s 50 Best Restaurants” list...
Janet’s microfilm endorses Princess Cruises’ dual-homeport land-and-sea luxury experience
The global cruise industry leader—Princess Cruises—belongs to the world’s largest cruise line fleet, Carnival Corporation...
A hillside seaside photography paradise: a courtyard turned sea-view café
In Pingtung, the southernmost part of Taiwan, there are endless oceans and a laid-back island vibe. Dining here while enjoying the sea breeze is truly refreshing. Located in Fangshan Township is a restaurant with an incredible ocean view—Holi Ice...
A miniature version of the Thames River canal scenic area with a sea-meets-sky view
The world-famous Thames River in England is a long and magnificent waterway that winds through cities, offering breathtaking scenery. Taiwan also has a similarly stunning canal landscape. Located in Xiangshan District, Hsinchu, the Gangnan Coastal Scenic Area features...
Indian Coral Trees in Passionate Bloom – The Bauhinia Avenue, Taiwan’s Most Beautiful
Spring is the season when flowers bloom, and also when cherry blossoms come into full flower. Many tourists take advantage of their holidays to visit popular cherry blossom spots across the country to admire their beautiful blossoms. In addition to common Taiwanese cherry varieties such as mountain cherry, yaezakura, and Somei Yoshino...
Tadao Ando's New Architectural Attraction: Shanghai Retrospective Exhibition at Light Space
The internationally renowned architect Tadao Ando’s latest architectural creation in China, the “Mingyuan Art Museum,” is located on the 8th floor of Shanghai's Aegean Sea Shopping Park. It perfectly integrates the classic design concept of light-based architecture with the structure of an art museum. After two years of...
The Heavenly Path — A Hidden Gem with a Breathtaking Ocean View
The Sound of the Sea in Hsinchu has become a viral hidden gem in recent years, with its composition that seems to stretch endlessly toward the ocean, resembling a heavenly path diving deep into the sea. However, due to Typhoon Soudelor in 2015, it suffered severe damage, and the Sound of the Sea has since become...
The golden rain creates a popular attraction where you can enjoy three vibrant flower colors—yellow, green, and red—all at once.
Golden trumpet trees are blooming across Taiwan, sparking a flower-viewing craze that rivals cherry blossom chasing. In Xinzhuang Township, Hsinchu County, there’s a highly popular hidden flower-viewing spot located in a private area at Lane 451, Section 1, Shangzhang Road...
Golden tunnel of golden bell trees in full explosive bloom
Due to its unique geographical features, eastern Taiwan boasts numerous natural wonders. Facing the vast Pacific Ocean to the east, backed by continuous mountain peaks to the north, and featuring steep cliffs and canyons in between, the area is filled with breathtaking scenery. Following the golden bell tree avenue near Fuyuan Junior High School in Hualien...
Monitor the weather forecast for the week as a frontal system approaches, increasing the chance of rainfall
In recent days, the weather has been consistently fine with abundant sunshine and rising temperatures. Today (10th), most areas will see mostly cloudy to sunny skies, with isolated brief showers in mountainous regions in the afternoon. Starting tonight, as a frontal system approaches, conditions will...
Roam Disneyland with Beauty and the Beast as the brand-new Explorer Hotel opens
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has launched a new “Disney Stars Spring Carnival” event, where over a hundred Disney characters greet guests in various ways. In addition to the highly popular Princess Belle and the Beast from “Beauty and the Beast,”...
The redesigned high-speed rail bento is now available for a limited time starting today.
High-speed rail bentos have been completely redesigned starting today. With a focus on balanced nutrition, the menu has been revamped using only ingredients that meet strict food safety standards and are non-GMO. The packaging has also been updated to wooden bento boxes, offering travelers more...
A 2-Day Honeymoon Tour of Taitung’s Honeymoon Attractions Rivaling South Island Holiday Paradises
Taiwan is surrounded by seas, each with its own unique charm, yet no coastline can match the East Coast in terms of its natural, pristine, and stunning beauty. Backed by majestic mountains and fronted by the mighty Pacific Ocean, Taitung boasts countless spectacular scenes. The wonders crafted by nature...