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The Songs of Dawu Mountain: Pingtung Indigenous Grassland Music Festival, Free Performance on August 1
The music of Dawu Mountain will echo from the valley! The 7th Taiwan Indigenous Choral Grassland Music Festival will be held on August 1, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, aiming to awaken tribal members' commitment to cultural heritage and allow audiences to enjoy the relaxed, carefree atmosphere of running freely on the grass.
Family-Style À La Carte Dining in Taitung – A Fun Chef Serves Up a Symphony of Flavors
I really enjoy seeking out ‘special foods’ in places I’m not familiar with—not because the restaurants have to be fancy or offer an extensive menu, but because I love the charm of family-run à la carte dining. Last year, I was thrilled to finally try 【Changbin No. 100】, and this year, during my two-night stay in Taitung, I spent quite some time deciding what to eat for those two nights. After some searching, I decided to have à la carte meals on the first night at 【Luye Bistro】 in Luye Township, and on the second night, I went for 【Big O Brick Oven Pizza】 in Tiehua Village. I highly recommend both—they offer completely different experiences, and I’m sure there’s something for everyone to love.
The Royal Residence Buckingham Palace Opens for Summer in 2015 – Don’t Miss the “Grand Entrance”!
Every summer, the royal residence Buckingham Palace opens to the public while the Queen is on holiday in Scotland. Visitors have the rare opportunity to explore this normally highly guarded royal site and see the State Rooms, where important foreign dignitaries and officials are usually received.
Hsinchu’s “Neiwan Police Station”: A Charming Japanese-Style Old Building That Has Become a Popular Photo Spot
Police stations, home to law enforcement officers, are not only outposts that protect local communities but have now also become tourist attractions. Hsinchu County’s Guanxi Substation and Neiwan Police Station have been designated as a county-level historical site and a historic building, respectively, thanks to their distinctive Japanese architectural exteriors and beautiful surrounding environments. They are now popular sightseeing and photo spots in Hsinchu County.
"Doing time as the big boss in jail!" Warden: Hope every 'cellmate' be yourself
The "Backpack Jail Hostel" is a prison-themed backpacker accommodation located in Dulan, Taitung. Situated in an alley right across from the Dulan Police Station, it is jointly operated by husband-and-wife team Boss Jiang (the Warden). Boss Jiang said, "The Backpack Jail Hostel is our second youth hostel. To create a different vibe from the first one, we started brainstorming themed hostels and searched for a unique concept."
Meat lovers, rejoice? Six popular Korean BBQ spots to satisfy your cravings
Korean cuisine isn’t new to Taiwan, but recently, thanks to the Hallyu wave, it has suddenly surged in popularity—especially Korean BBQ. HONEY PIG, which opened in January, once sparked a Korean BBQ craze in Taipei, and the upcoming Eight Colors Korean BBQ is even more ambitious, aiming to fully transplant Korea’s renowned eight-color BBQ experience to Taiwan. In addition to these two, Taiwan also boasts several well-reviewed or uniquely themed Korean BBQ restaurants, such as Japan-originated “VEGE TEJI YA,” Li Shao Ou’s “Shao Tong Zi,” and “Nan Da Men,” which prides itself on exceptional service quality.
The Steakhouse outside Regent Hotel will be located on the 6th floor of Eslite Xinyi Store, with plans to open by the end of September.
Recently, after the shareholders’ meeting, Pan Siliang, chairman of Regent Hotel, stated that the hotel will launch a new external brand steakhouse. Although the name has not been finalized yet, the location is confirmed to be on the 6th floor of Eslite Xinyi Store, with an expected opening in late September. Additionally, an external beef noodle shop will open at Breeze Xinyi, offering not only award-winning championship beef noodles but also braised beef noodles, side dishes, and appetizers.
New Option for Cyclists in Hsinchu: The Xinglong Bridge Bike Path Is All the Rage
Living a healthy, active lifestyle has become a goal for more and more people, and cycling has gained increasing popularity as part of this trend. Popular bike paths have also become pilgrimage destinations for cyclists during holidays, and among them,
Totems and feathered adornments: Kaohsiung’s “themed bus stops” showcase the beauty of indigenous culture
Kaohsiung has added two more uniquely designed bus stops to its streetscape. To promote indigenous culture, the Kaohsiung City Department of Transportation and the Council of Indigenous Peoples collaborated for the first time, transforming the intersections at Kaisyuan 4th Rd. and the Foge Stop in Xiaogang District into large-scale public art installations inspired by indigenous culture, becoming new highlights along the city’s streets.
Hipsters, this way! Three unique Taipei cafes that blend coffee with culture
In recent years, the rise of cultural and creative trends has brought many new-style cafes to Taipei. Some have also integrated with cultural industries, allowing the aroma of coffee and culture to complement each other and create fresh spaces for the public to enjoy.
Star Alliance’s 11 airlines launch an “Economy Class Round-the-World Discounted Fare”
The global airline alliance “Star Alliance” has launched an “Premium Economy Class Round-the-World Discounted Fare” starting today, with a total of 11 member carriers offering the service, including EVA Air. Horst Findeisen, Vice President of Business Development at Star Alliance, said: “Star Alliance currently has 11 member airlines providing Premium Economy Class services, and we are pleased to offer more flight options so that travelers can fully enjoy the comfortable services of Premium Economy Class.”
Open 24 hours a day！The only beef soup in Anping – get free pork fried rice with your soup
Beef soup is one of Tainan’s most iconic and representative breakfasts. Contrary to what you might expect, most people in Tainan actually have beef soup for breakfast—it fuels their energy for the whole day.
The Classic Return of Jinguashi Station – Gold Museum Revives Nostalgic Old Bus Terminal on August 1
The visitor center, the first main building at the entrance of the New Taipei City Gold Museum, was originally a station of Taiwan Motor Transport Co., Ltd. For many longtime residents of Jinguashi, it holds significant nostalgic value as the place where they used to board buses operated by the Provincial Highway Bureau. To revive these collective memories, the Gold Museum will recreate a 30-year-old old bus and station on August 1, bringing back the original look of Jinguashi.
Hit the beach and run wild—Penghu’s Light & Fireworks Show and Beach Fun Run are coming one after another!
The Penghu National Scenic Area Administration has launched the “Penghu Light & Fireworks Show” starting from Qixi Festival on August 20, followed by the “2015 Penghu Bay Beach Fun Run” at Ai Men Beach in Huxi Township on September 12, aiming to spark a tourism boom during the post-summer off-season in Penghu.
Choose from 6 sauces at will！Dig into 3/4-inch thick ribeye steak and Hokkaido scallops
Speaking of Taiwan’s “fresh meat” trend, which keeps coming in waves, the word "fresh meat" has now become a popular keyword online. Today, your entertainment reporter is joining the trend and taking you to try fresh meat steak. In Taiwan’s fiercely competitive steak market, there's recently been a surge of Captain America Harley fever — because the very same heavy-duty Harley Davidson motorcycle that Captain America rode in the movie
The Coolest Red Dot Cultural & Tourism Hotspot Must-Eat Summer Breakfast Features Mango Dishes
Taiwan’s “coolest hotel,” Red Dot Cultural & Tourism, has celebrated its first anniversary. The 27-meter-long metal stainless steel slide installed in the lobby, surrounded by red brick walls and reproduction tiles from Sanhe Brick Kiln, has attracted numerous hotel enthusiasts to make a pilgrimage here. Beyond offering a unique stay, some guests even call the breakfast here “the most worthwhile breakfast experience on Earth.”
Top 5 Leisure Agriculture Areas in Hsinchu County: Explore Hidden Waterfalls & Savor Atayal Warrior Cuisine
To promote Hsinchu’s natural landscapes, agricultural products, and local cultural heritage, the Hsinchu County Government has specially designated five leisure agriculture zones. Whether you’re looking to enjoy an SPA, savor authentic indigenous cuisine, or take part in fun traditional games, these five zones offer it all. Visiting these areas in your free time not only provides a deep agricultural tourism experience but also helps you better understand Taiwan.
People in Pingtung are in luck — the first national sports center in southern Taiwan will begin trial operations on August 1.
Another new sports center has been completed. The Pingtung City National Sports Center officially opened on August 8, making it the first national sports center in southern Taiwan. During the six-day trial operation period starting August 1, all facilities except the swimming pool will be open to the public free of charge, allowing residents to experience the joy of sports.
“Friday Oyster Night” at Xihua Hotel: Unlimited French Oysters
“T.G.I.F.” is practically the most anticipated moment of the week for every office worker. From August 7 to September 11, Henry’s Bar at Taipei Xihua Hotel will host “Friday Oyster Night” every Friday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Featuring select French Gillardeau oysters, shucked live by skilled chefs, guests can enjoy unlimited servings of these along with equally unlimited offerings including American oven-roasted beef, crispy fresh oysters, clam chowder, grilled swordfish, and a mixed garden salad—all for just NT$2,980. During the promotion period, selected white wines and champagnes are available at a buy-one-get-one-free rate, or you may opt for an additional purchase to enjoy unlimited drinks.
The “Summer in Taichung Shopping Carnival” Kicks Off in August Spend NT$200 to Win a Car and Other Big Prizes
The “Summer in Taichung Shopping Carnival” will launch in August, with a total of 23 featured shops from various business districts across Taichung City gathering at Caotun Boulevard at 3:00 PM on August 1. Shoppers who spend NT$200 or more will have the chance to win a bicycle or an ASUS ZenFone smartphone through a scratch card draw, while spending NT$600 allows them to exchange for exquisite gifts. Singer Deng Fu-ru will also perform live at the event. In addition, throughout August, shoppers at designated stores in the business districts can enter to win the grand prize: a car.