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A Traditional Market Transforms into a Hipster Bazaar—A New Fashionable Highlight in Tamsui Commercial District
Taipei’s Tamsui Commercial District exudes a cozy residential vibe, and its comprehensive urban amenities attract many visitors. Even its traditional vegetable markets have been reborn as hipster bazaars. With over 20 years of history, Shidong Market is a hub in the Tamsui community...
Hualien: Not Just Pacific Ocean Views – Top 5 Recommended Attractions for a One-Day Tour
Hualien boasts stunning landscapes along its east coast, with the vast blue sea facing the Pacific Ocean, attracting many domestic tourists. But beyond the ocean views, the city of Hualien also hides many fun spots. Below are five featured attractions located within the urban area...
The Universiade mascot, Bruin the Bear, gains immense popularity as Taipei’s top city tourism ambassador
The highly popular Universiade mascot, Bruin the Bear, not only saw a surge in popularity and sparked a craze during the Games but also boosted Taipei’s tourism appeal, becoming the best ambassador for the city’s major attractions. Bruin’s merchandise further fueled a buying frenzy, with both locals and international athletes eager to take photos with the bear mascot—even world No. 1 badminton player Tai Tzu-ying preferred the Bruin plush over her gold medal.
Taipei 2017 Universiade athletes walk the red carpet as Ko Wen-je makes an appearance to distribute limited-edition mini flags
A great opportunity to see the 2017 Taipei Universiade athletes up close — Taiwan’s heroes who participated in this international event gathered on the evening of August 31 at Taipei City Hall’s front square and walked the red carpet set up on Xin Ren’ai Road...
British brand CathKidston teams up with Starbucks for a countryside-inspired romantic launch
Japanese Starbucks has collaborated with the British royal family’s favorite brand CathKidston for the first time, releasing four limited-edition items including a thermal bottle, a two-tone tumbler, and a coffee gift card. The design of the thermal bottle incorporates...
A new Q-version pink dinosaur has joined the Central Bridge Dinosaur Park, adding cuteness to the area.
Another new dinosaur has joined the New Taipei Dinosaur Park under Central Bridge. The pink, adorable dinosaur and her dinosaur egg, who were part of the previously held “2017 New Taipei City Children’s Art Festival,” have now retired from that event and...
Crescent Bay 2.0 New Attraction: Massive Bamboo Weaving Art, Free to Visit
Known as the "Jiaming Lake of Taichung," Crescent Bay is a base landscape park created by Shuntian Construction. With its crystal-clear, beautiful lake and its elegant crescent shape, it resembles a teardrop from an angel fallen in the heart of Taichung city. Recently, another...
Must-visit five Western-style mansions in Kinmen for old-house enthusiasts, stunningly unforgettable
In the past, many people’s impression of Kinmen, an outlying island, was nothing more than sorghum, candied floss, and a strong military vibe. Aside from the wartime military relics left behind, Kinmen actually hides many lesser-known exotic buildings. With...
The beautiful riverside scenery of Liuchuan can also be enjoyed here — Zhonggang Drainage Channel, a new IG hotspot
The Liuchuan riverside in Taichung has become a recent popular attraction, transforming from a once heavily polluted and foul-smelling ditch into a new photo spot in Taichung. In addition to Liuchuan, there is also a spot in Xinzhuang District, New Taipei City, that resembles a New Taipei version...
Top 5 Hidden Maple Scenic Spots Near Tokyo for an Intimate Autumn Foliage Experience
Autumn is one of Japan’s most beautiful seasons, when frost-kissed leaves turn brilliant red. It's a time many visitors dream of—savoring matcha in a traditional Japanese house while admiring the beauty of the crimson foliage...
Typhoons Sanvu and Mawar form in northern and eastern Taiwan; heavy rain and downpours expected
After Typhoon Hato, No. 13, ravaged Hong Kong and Macau, Typhoon Pakhar, No. 4 (international name: PAKHAR), had minimal impact on Taiwan. Soon after, two more typhoons formed: No. 15 Sanvu (international name: SANVU...)
Hsinchu also boasts the Shuiliang Waterfall, Beibu Cold Spring, and a free luxurious SPA experience.
In Hualien’s Jade Valley lies a magnificent Shuiliang Waterfall, a hidden natural wonder comparable to Mugumuguyu that attracts many visitors. Now, you can enjoy this natural SPA without traveling all the way to Hualien. The Beibu Cold Spring in Hsinchu...
A 19-meter-tall new Gundam debuts at DiverCity; new exhibit sparks buzz
Located in Tokyo’s Odaiba district, the life-sized Gundam at DiverCity Tokyo has drawn attention from across the country, becoming a popular attraction in the city. After this Gundam was removed this spring, the new “RX-0 Unicorn Gundam” is set to take its place on September 24th, sparking renewed discussion.
520 Penguins Head South for a Popular Art Installation That’s Perfect for Photos
Crystal Banquet Hall collaborated with a penguin illustrator to host the “Penguin Flash Love Event,” displaying an art installation of 520 penguins at Taipei’s Minquan Hall. The number is a homophone for “I love you” in Chinese, and the exhibit also features 10 uniquely designed...
A stunning hidden gem: the Dutch Fort in Keelung with dramatic sea views and towering chimneys
Keelung’s coastline offers many spots to enjoy ocean views, from popular attractions like Badouzi and Chaoying to the newly viral photography spot “Baimi Wan Battery.” In addition to its cliffside panoramic vistas, it also features...
Top 10 Must-Visit Light Travel Attractions in Tainan: The Ultimate List of Highway Road Trip Routes Released
Tainan’s highway network is well-developed, yet there are still many emerging or local hidden gems that few people know about. With the rise of independent travel in recent years, to offer travelers who love Tainan more new options, the Tainan City Government Tourism Bureau has centered its efforts on “highways”...
Dreamy Glass Architecture: Seven Night View Sanctuaries in Taichung
Taichung boasts diverse and abundant tourism resources, from breathtaking coastal wetlands and ever-changing highland farms to stunning urban landscaping projects. Below are six night view sanctuaries in Taichung—romantic...
A thousand lanterns shimmer like a galaxy — Asia’s four most famous lantern festivals
With the launch of Taiwan’s Ghost Festival celebrations, many streets and riversides across regions have been adorned with lights, creating a romantic and enchanting atmosphere that transforms the ordinary urban landscape. This year, in addition to the earlier Lantern Festival in January, Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival will also take place during the Mid-Autumn Festival...
The high popularity of Brownie the Bear has become a new highlight, driving tourism in Taipei.
The mascot of the Universiade, Brownie the Bear, has been around for some time, but its popularity surged dramatically during the Games. In recent days, fans have been closely following Brownie’s future plans, with its Facebook page (Brownie Bravo) frequently...
Plan high-speed rail tickets early for the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays
This year, the Mid-Autumn Festival (October 4) falls very close to the four-day National Day holiday (October 7–10). To help travelers plan their itineraries more flexibly, Taiwan High Speed Rail has specially scheduled a nine-day “Mid-Autumn & National Day Transport Service” from October 3 (Tuesday) to October 11 (Wednesday)...