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Pre-sale for tickets to Taiwan’s longest suspension bridge – Taiping Cloud Ladder, a new scenic attraction, now open
Chiayi’s Taiping Cloud Ladder is Taiwan’s longest scenic suspension bridge, with a single span of 281 meters. Located in Taiping Village, Meishan Township, at an altitude of 1,000 meters, it offers views stretching across the Chianan Plain all the way to the Taiwan Strait, making it a highly anticipated new attraction. ...
60 Little Sheep Appear at Historic Landmark Chihkan Tower in New Art Installation Highlight
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the British firm Tait & Co. in Anping, the Tainan City Government’s Cultural Affairs Bureau invited the distinguished guests “Poetic Sheep Leading the Way” to join visitors in exploring key historic sites in Tainan. The first stop was the national historic site Chihkan Tower...
Universiade Boosts Taipei’s Tourism Appeal as Taiwan Grabs Global Media Attention on CNN and Beyond
The 2017 Taipei Universiade received extensive coverage from media outlets around the world, with reporters coming from more than ...
5 Most Romantic Korean Spots to Chase Maple Leaves and Relive Moments with Goblin’s Gong Yoo
With distinct seasons, Korea’s weather is gradually turning cooler. Starting from September, flowers, trees, and plants will slowly shed their green attire and don dazzling golds and fiery reds. Autumn in Korea boasts pleasant weather, making it an ideal...
Explore Eight Scenic Routes along Taiwan’s Provincial Highway 3 Starting from Just NT$1,500 by High-Speed Rail
To allow travelers to deeply experience Hakka culture, Taiwan High Speed Rail has specially designed eight enriching “Take the HSR • Slow Travel on Romantic Provincial Highway 3” one-day tour packages along Provincial Highway 3. The itinerary options cover four cities and counties—Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli, and Taichung—and are themed around the Hakka concept of "Three Slows" (slow food, slow travel, and slow living). For example, departures from Taipei start as low as NT$1,500.
2017 World's Top 10 Instant Noodles – This Taiwanese Brand Made the List
Renowned American food blogger Hans Lienesch has once again released the 2017 list of the world’s 10 best instant noodles. After personally taste-testing over 200 different varieties from around the globe,...
These five brunch spots are perennial favorites — top picks by netizens
Brunch has become one of today’s hottest food trends. After a busy workweek, enjoying a delicious brunch on the weekend when you don’t have to wake up early is a small joy for many office workers. Below are five of the most popular brunch spots across Taiwan...
2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang! Must-See Highlights of High Platform Scenery and Skiing Experiences
The 2018 Winter Olympics were held in Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province, South Korea. For many Taiwanese travelers, Pyeongchang may still be somewhat unfamiliar. Not only does it boast pristine air and natural resources, but the cultural and geographical scenery nurtured here is also incredibly moving...
Top 5 Trendiest IG Photo Spots on Direct Flights from Taipei to London!
Stylish and avant-garde, London is a design capital rich in historical culture and innovative thinking, attracting countless visitors every year. With the pound depreciating in recent years, now is the perfect time for you to travel there. And China Airlines, which operates flights to major cities across Europe, has launched the only direct flight from Taipei to London starting December 1, making it easier and more time-efficient to explore the UK. Travel info >>
Taiwan's first resort hotel with the popular GoGolf course and family-friendly children's playground
Opened in 2016, the Regent Taoyuan Daxi Resort is renowned as a top family vacation destination. It not only features Asia’s largest Westin Kids Club and a variety of leisure and entertainment facilities, but every room also has a private balcony...
Typhoon Krosa (No. 17) may form as early as today, affecting Taiwan from the 5th
Typhoon Krosa (No. 17) is expected to form as early as the 4th, located about 1,000 kilometers southeast of the southernmost point of Taiwan, and is gradually moving toward the Bashi Channel. The outer cloud bands of the tropical depression and the typhoon will begin affecting Taiwan from the 5th...
The Superb Hidden Gem of Earthworm Pit Valley: A Cooling One-Day Trip to Shiding and Shenkeng
If you don’t have any special plans for the two-day weekend, why not arrange a simple yet enriching one-day trip to the outskirts of the city? Shenkeng and Shiding districts in New Taipei are both just about a half-hour drive from downtown, not taking too much time...
Double Ninth Festival & National Day Holiday: TRA Ticket Rush & the Debut of the "Oh Bear Ride & Call" Colorful Train
By MOOK Scenic Spots compiled report. In response to the high passenger volume during the two major holidays—Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day—TRA has set the following ticket booking times: Mid-Autumn Festival 106/10/4 (Wed)...
The largest night market in southern Taoyuan opens with over 500 bustling stalls
Showcasing the most iconic features of Taiwan's night markets, attracting tourists from around the world, the largest night market in southern Taoyuan — “Longtan Night Market” — grandly opened on September 2nd. Covering an area of 6,000 pyeong,...
Clinics where you can drink coffee — five retro cafés in Dadaocheng
With the rise of the artsy trend, Dadaocheng, an area rich in history and culture, has also seen a surge in renovating old buildings. More and more spaces such as old apartments and traditional houses have been given new life and transformed into cafés, bookstores, and more. Below are...
The Mountain-River Glass Suspension Bridge will be partially closed for three months with reduced visitor capacity
Pingtung’s “Mountain-River Glass Suspension Bridge” spans the Ailiao River and is located between Sandi Village in Sandimen Township and Beiyeh Village in Maolin Township, Pingtung. With a total length of about 262 meters and a height of approximately 45 meters above the ground, it is currently the longest suspension footbridge in Taiwan since its opening...
A minimal typhoon named Guchol has formed and a land warning cannot be ruled out
Typhoon Guchol (international name: GUCHOL), the 17th of the season, formed on the 6th. A sea warning was issued at 10:30 AM. Its center is located at 20.3°N, 120.4°E, moving northwestward at a speed of...
Experience the charm of London, starting with 5 unforgettable movie scenes!
London’s rich culture and architecture often give the illusion of stepping back in time, and many famous films have captured the city’s unique atmosphere to create beloved masterpieces. Now, you can reach these iconic spots more easily…
Taiwan's Longest Slate Chute: A New Highlight at Miaoli Scenic Manor
Nestled in Nanzhuang, Miaoli, there’s a popular scenic restaurant built against the mountains—“Sud Vista Manor.” It resembles a romantic garden embraced by forests, with expansive mountain views and fairy-tale-like wooden architecture that attracts many visitors...
Here lies a hidden gem of cyanotype art: three must-shoot scenic reservoirs
The blueprint murals in Tainan attract many tourists for photos and check-ins, making them a popular attraction. But beyond Tainan, the outlying island of Kinmen also boasts perspective murals inspired by blueprint art. Below are three must-visit photo spots in Kinmen: the stunning lake views of Tianpu Reservoir, a healing and adorable giant otter landscape, and the Zhongbao Blueprint Mural, offering visitors a unique glimpse of Kinmen’s charm.