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Yoshihara National Scenic Area Secretary Appointed: "Idea King" Shih Tsung-hung from the Tourism Bureau
Yoshihara National Scenic Area Secretary Appointed: "Idea King" Shih Tsung-hung from the Tourism Bureau
Cold wave hits Tainan—stay warm with hot springs, gourmet food, and five great attractions
With successive cold fronts bringing temperatures below 10°C, many people have given up on travel plans and chosen to stay home to avoid the winter chill, which is quite a pity. Now, Tainan offers many lesser-known winter retreats where you can not only...
One-week weather forecast: Outer circulation of Typhoon Hato may bring heavy rainfall
Typhoon No. 13 Hato (international name: Hato), a mild typhoon, has triggered maritime and land warnings. Due to the typhoon and its outer circulation, there is a high probability of localized heavy rain or downpours. The southern part of Chiayi and southeastern Taiwan...
The world's first Yayoi Kusama art museum—must-visit new spot for art lovers
Japan’s avant-garde contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama’s first official museum in the world opened in October in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district. The “Yayoi Kusama Museum,” located at her former studio, sits in Bentencho, Shinjuku. The museum...
Not Boring: Instagram-Famous Spots in Tainan – A One-Day Adventure at Shanhua’s Top 5 Attractions
Tainan City covers a vast area. Beyond its popular urban districts and well-known coastal and mountainous tourist areas, the Shanhua District, nestled in between, also boasts many distinctive attractions that visitors will want to revisit. These include the popular spots such as the Southern Taiwan Science Park Jimmy Liao Park, ...
Teaming up with DC Justice League to launch Taiwan’s first-ever super hero-inspired barbecue experience N<
Taiwan’s F&B scene is booming with diverse development, and many new brands are emerging. The Jerry Group owns self-created brands “Kai N<” and “CaptainLobster” (in partnership with New Feast Company), as well as...
Spooky Fun: Ghost Month Night Parade with Lanterns in Chiayi
The grand religious festival “Only in Chiayi: Legends of Gods and Ghosts” in Chiayi County during the seventh lunar month is about to begin. On August 19, 20, and 21, the lighting ceremony of the “Lantern Night Parade” at Buqi Jiande Temple will kick off the event, followed by a series of...
Capture the Grandeur of Prehistoric Times: Taiwan’s Top Four Megalithic Sites
Recently, there has been a surge in photography interest at abandoned ruins, where wild and historic atmospheres create scenes many netizens want to capture. Similarly, megalithic landscapes with a ruined vibe offer breathtaking views that evoke the grandeur of prehistoric times...
New summer family fun highlight: A giant maze appears at Pig Nose Beach
The beautiful scenery of Zhuwei Fishing Port has even been featured in idol dramas. In addition to the romantic Rainbow Bridge, the uniquely shaped Pig Nose breakwater blocks and the sunset’s fiery clouds have recently sparked a wave of photo-taking and check-ins, making Zhuwei Fishing Port even more lively...
Stay in a Dreamy Fantasy Like 'Life of Pi' — Pingtung’s Top 10 Ranked Homestays
Summer water activities and ocean views are among the most popular tourist attractions. Located at the southern tip of Taiwan, Pingtung boasts pristine white beaches and vast blue seas, drawing numerous visitors every summer. This year, the Pingtung County Government held the “Pingtung Top 10...
LINE’s Brown & Cony team up with LC to launch couple mugs in a adorable convenience store campaign
Hong Kong’s 7-Eleven has joined forces with renowned cast iron cookware brand Le Creuset and the super-cute LINE FRIENDS to release a variety of points-collectible items. Following the previous points-redemption Good Friend Bumping Mug...
New Michelin One-Star Restaurant Sparks Buzz at Newly Launched Gourmet Paradise
Keelung welcomes another gourmet paradise attraction as the East Coast Parking Lot transforms into a mixed-use mall. The first and second floors of the mall host a variety of retailers, including Zhi Duo Duo, Marugame Seimen, Hamazushi, Shi Er Huo, MomenTon, NET, and Poya...
Don’t say there’s nowhere to go when it rains—Taipei’s top six rainy-day café spots
Rainy days often ruin travel plans and make arranging the rest of your itinerary a headache. Here’s a list of six rain-view cafés in Taipei, each featuring well-lit floor-to-ceiling glass windows where you can quietly sip coffee while admiring...
The 600-Second Music Fireworks of Dadaocheng’s Qixi Lover's Day Make a Dazzling Debut
The highly anticipated “Dadaocheng Lover's Day” will kick off romantically this Saturday (August 26) at Yanping Riverside Park (Taipei Water Gates 3-5)! From 3 PM to 9 PM on Saturday, there will be a handmade market by artisans, food trucks,...
Find love here this Qixi Festival: Top 5 romantic destinations to visit
With Qixi Festival just around the corner, as you see couples planning romantic outings, don't feel down and stay at home if you're single. Seize the chance and let Cupid’s blessing shine on you too. Explore five renowned love-fortune spots and their...
Art museums become new IG hotspots: social spaces where exhibitions play big with visual art
Following the interactive art exhibition TeamLab at Huashan, which pioneered the trend, multimedia interaction has gradually become one of the future directions. Recently, the "Arena" exhibition held at the Taipei Fine Arts Museum created an interactive...
A large American-style marine-themed outlet park in central Taiwan is set to make its debut
After the opening of the Linkou Mitsui Outlet, it became the largest outlet mall in northern Taiwan, generating significant business. Recognizing Taiwanese consumers' purchasing power, Mitsui Outlet is now opening its second location at Taichung Port...
A Lazy Guide to Taiwan’s Top 7 Night View Spots for Valentine’s Day Dates
As Valentine’s Day approaches, many couples are planning their outings. Besides visiting tourist attractions and enjoying meals together, watching the night view is one of the most romantic date activities. Below is a list of popular night view spots across Taiwan that visitors might want to...
Only nine days: popular ice cream brand Juanwei at a pop-up in Taipei
Sweet tooth alert: Taipei W Hotel has partnered with the wildly popular Tainan-based ice cream shop “Juanwei” to launch a pop-up called “W Juanwei Game: Song of Ice & Wine” at the WOOBAR on the 10th floor. In addition to selling the “Popcorn Lychee Black Tea” flavor—which has won awards at international...
The Gates of Hell Open in the Seventh Lunar Month ! Four Major Intangible Cultural Heritage Events
August 22, 2017 marked the first day of the seventh lunar month, commonly known as the opening of the Gates of Hell. In addition to the usual reminders to avoid beaches and dangerous areas, Taiwan’s folk community also hosts numerous traditional events that are significant during Ghost Month...