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CNN selects the world's most beautiful rivers — China's Li River also makes the list
Since ancient times, rivers have not only provided humans with drinking water but have also been one of the major sources of food, while also serving functions such as irrigation and transportation, thus giving rise to many ancient civilizations. In modern times, in addition to these roles, rivers also bring tourism benefits to their respective countries. CNN has selected the world's most beautiful rivers, with the Danube, Rhine, and others on the list — and China's Li River has also been included.
First cold snap of winter arrives Tourists chase snow on Hehuan Mountain 3.5 cm of snow accumulates on Yushan
The cold snap has made its presence felt, with light snow falling early this morning on Hehuan Mountain. Scattered traces of snow can be seen on the slopes, and tourists have been arriving to play in the snow. Meanwhile, Yushan saw snowfall for three and a half hours this morning, accumulating 3.5 cm of snow.
News Flash / Vanilla Air Taipei to Tokyo Flight Deal Announced: One-way Base Fare NT$388
Amidst high anticipation, low-cost carrier Vanilla Air announced on the 28th that it will begin selling tickets for Taipei to Tokyo flights at 2 PM on December 4 in Taiwan, offering a promotional one-way fare of NT$388, with a round-trip fare including taxes at NT$1,888.
Tainan Zoumalai Hot Air Balloon Art Festival Takes Flight During the 2014 Spring Festival
The “2014 Tainan Winter Hot Air Balloon Fire Dance Art Festival” will be held at Zoumalai Farm from January 15 to February 16, 2014, featuring a 33-day program of hot air balloon performances, fire dance shows, and hot air balloon light sculpture concerts. European professional pilots will be invited to participate, and large hot air balloons capable of carrying 5 to 6 passengers will also be introduced.
Honey, find some time to visit Luodong and have fun with us here in Luodong, guided by our charming leading lady!
The Luodong Township Office used the microfilm "Dear, Find Some Time to Visit Luodong and Have Fun!" to promote the town, showcasing its cultural heritage sites, scenic spots, local delicacies, and other unique features. This innovative approach promotes Luodong through a creative short film format. In addition, the film has also been recognized as the most popular entry at the Taiwan Micro Film Festival.
Pineapple and apple soup broth? A high-CP-value hot pot spot where Jolin Tsai and Aaron Kwok are regulars
A budget-friendly hot pot restaurant that can attract dozens of celebrities from China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan must be hiding something special — and it is. This tiny hot pot shop tucked away in an alley in the East District serves up sweet and savory broth, fresh ingredients, and affordable prices. With its "high cost-performance ratio" deliciousness, even Asian pop diva Jolin Tsai, Taiwanese singing icon Xie Jin Yan, former Premier Yu Shyi-kun, and others are frequent visitors.
China's commercial airline makes first-ever landing in Antarctica, marking the dawn of self-organized polar expeditions for Chinese travelers
China's commercial airline makes first-ever landing in Antarctica, marking the dawn of self-organized polar expeditions for Chinese travelers
A rustic Japanese streetscape composed of rivers, koi fish, and white-walled traditional storehouses
The line from a childhood nursery rhyme, “There’s a little river in front of my house,” depicts a scene everyone yearns for—how wonderful it would be to open your door every morning to the sight of gently flowing water. In Japan, there’s a place that offers just such a beautiful view: “Hida Furukawa,” located in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. It’s not just a river—there are also plump koi swimming in it, and the cleanliness of the waterways is maintained collectively by residents, making it a remarkably close-knit and charming small town.
Stuffed but still polishing off three big bowls—Taichung’s Golden Joy Court Cantonese Restaurant is a foodie favorite
At Taichung Golden Joy Court, every detail—from dim sum, roasted meats, braised dishes to Cantonese cuisine—is overseen by experienced Hong Kong chefs. With high-quality ingredients and an owner who’s a foodie himself, the restaurant spares no expense on materials. No wonder it serves dishes that match the taste levels of Hong Kong and Macau, attracting so many diners that every mealtime sees packed tables, and you might not even get a seat without a reservation!
The boss's childhood memories — Zhenji Museum's "Messy Noodles" unexpectedly become a hit
It’s not uncommon to open a noodle shop, but selling noodles named "Messy Noodles" is pretty special indeed. Tucked away in a lane on Yanji Street, Zhenji Museum serves Messy Noodles that are a favorite among nearby office workers. There's also a single-serving "Spicy Hot Pot Base Noodles" where the broth is simmered with 23 kinds of Chinese herbs. Its rich aroma of Sichuan peppercorns delivers a numbing sensation without being overpoweringly spicy — once you try it, you’ll be hooked.
Flights from Kaohsiung to Tokyo are super cheap！ China Airlines launches Kaohsiung–Tokyo routes starting from just NT$7,700
Flights from Kaohsiung to Tokyo are super cheap！ To show appreciation to travelers from southern Taiwan, China Airlines is offering special airfare deals departing from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), with the lowest price for Kaohsiung–Tokyo flights starting at just NT$7,700 (excluding tax).
Giraffe Edition Tokyo Banana – A Must-Buy Cute Souvenir in Japan
I finally managed to get my hands on the giraffe edition of Tokyo Banana, and not only is it super cute, but it also tastes better than the other flavors too！ This time, thanks to my industry friend Leader Wang, he brought back this must-buy souvenir from Tokyo — the limited edition giraffe version. The pink packaging is absolutely adorable!! Tokyo Banana has many limited editions; I’ve already collected the Up edition. In addition to the original Tokyo Banana, there’s also the leopard print edition, the cat edition, and the giraffe edition, as well as the Osaka Banana.
Does England have rainforests? A forest resort builds a subtropical swimming pool
The UK’s “Center Parcs,” which focuses on forest vacations, has built four resorts over the past 26 years since its opening. The fifth one, “Woburn Forest,” is set to open next January, aiming to “bring” a subtropical rainforest to Europe—allowing people to swim safely and warmly in the wild without having to travel all the way to Southeast Asia.
Bikes are welcome in the exhibition hall too Taitung Dulishan Visitor Center to open on the 30th
Cyclists now have one more destination where they can bring their bikes along The Taitung Dulishan Visitor Center, after more than a year of renovation, will officially open on the 30th. Not only can bikes enter the exhibition hall, but there will also be new facilities such as outdoor water dances. The opening day will feature a grand music and dance competition and concert — the music and dance competition starts at 10:30 AM, followed by a grassland concert at 4 PM, with Golden Melody Award-winning singer Shen Wen-cheng performing live.
Seemingly shy but actually warm-hearted like a local Taiwanese — the official mascot “Oh Bear Taiwan” is now available.
Taiwan’s official mascot has made its debut. To promote tourism through sticker communication, the Tourism Bureau commissioned Camille, a company that has previously collaborated with the creators of Japan’s Hello Kitty, to develop a humorous series of 8 stickers featuring Oh Bear Taiwan (Oh Bear). These will soon be available for free download on LINE’s official sticker section starting December 3.
Tainan Chengda Seafood Hot Pot Shop – 90 NT Seafood Hot Pot Noodles Come with a Whole Crab!
I noticed Shark Attack Seafood Hot Pot when it first opened, but it gave off an aura of being a bit out of reach—like “a family of four probably can’t get full without spending at least 1,000 NT.” So I just kept it on my backburner list. After all, in 2017, it felt like I only stepped on one landmine the whole year, and I wanted to keep that good record going. That’s why my recent adventure-seeking spirit index dropped to -100… until I saw a friend had gone there and learned they’d just started selling seafood hot pot spaghetti. That’s when I decided to give it a try.
"Taiwan Tourist Shuttle" Expands to Offshore Islands: Explore Kinmen’s Battlefield Charm with 4 Routes in December
The tourist bus "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle" will for the first time extend its routes beyond the main island of Taiwan. Starting in December, the Tourism Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications will launch the "Kinmen 4 Routes" to allow travelers to explore Kinmen in the most budget-friendly way, taking in all the area’s battlefield-themed scenery.
Show just how delicious Tainan really is – Food Festival offers total prize money of NT$55,000
The 2013 Tainan Food Festival officially kicked off on November 16 and will run for a month. With events such as Happy Food “Red” and “Green,” a Food Stamp Marathon, the Taste of Tainan Photo Contest, and Happy Food Moments Culinary Lectures, participants can win a variety of prizes with a total bonus of NT$55,000.
2013 Teddy Bear Taichung Carnival — 100 life-sized bears on the loose!
I missed the chance to see the yellow rubber duck in Taichung, but I’m truly happy and excited that Taichung has been chosen to host this year’s ‘Teddy Bear Carnival.’ Ever since I heard the news, I’ve been keeping a close eye on the official Teddy Bear fan page, worried I might miss something — especially the outdoor teddy bears, which I’m most eager to see.
The happiness of holding love in your hands: 5 stunning food bouquets in Taiwan that could make you say “I do” on the spot
Every girl dreams of her perfect marriage proposal — a man kneeling on one knee, a dazzling diamond ring, and then a bouquet presented to her. It instantly melts every girl’s heart. But what if these bouquets were made of delicious food? Are you ready for this treat?