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Over a hundred "sheep" made an appearance at Keelung Square on the 12th — the public called them super healing!
The "Sheep Are Here" event has landed at Keelung’s Yangming Marine Culture and Arts Museum Square. Over a hundred interactive sheep installations, designed in Taiwan and previously exhibited in Canada, officially debuted today to celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve with the public. The exhibition will run until January 17, 2016. Locals had fun cuddling with the sheep, calling the experience incredibly heartwarming.
An alternative all-you-can-eat restaurant: Kaohsiung Ambassador Hotel’s buffet that champions health and sustainability
It’s been a while since I last had a buffet at a hotel, and recently the news has been buzzing about all-you-can-eat hotel buffets. On the first floor of the five-star Ambassador Hotel by the Love River, there’s also an all-you-can-eat buffet. MARKET CAFÉ officially opened two years ago at the Ambassador Hotel in Kaohsiung, offering a fresh take on international cuisine. Without resorting to flashy gimmicks, it adheres to a philosophy of health and sustainability, providing locals in Kaohsiung with fresh ingredients and wholesome meals.
The world’s only tropical garden park recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site — Singapore Botanic Gardens
Spanning 183 acres, this iconic tropical botanical garden in Singapore has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site this year. It is the first site in Singapore to receive such recognition and the only tropical garden in the world on the list.
Starting from just 10,000 yen per person per night in Japanese yen！Kyoto machiya stays – see what a century-old house looks like inside
When visiting Kyoto, if you only focus on sightseeing spots, you might miss out on experiencing its cultural lifestyle. As an ancient city, Kyoto is similar to Tainan in that it has preserved many well-maintained old houses, which have been transformed into accommodations. Kyoto’s “machiya stays” have always been one of the favorite options for travelers, ranging from budget to high-end options, with entire house rentals being particularly enchanting.
Riding elephants is considered animal abuse ! India is promoting a campaign to ban elephant rides in tourism
The classic activity of riding elephants in India may be banned in the future, as the Indian Supreme Court is petitioning for elephant welfare rights.
Colorful guesthouses with eye-catching facades: Taipei East Inn and the Beauty of Basalt in Penghu
Guesthouses painted in bold, vibrant colors are sure to catch the eye, making them an important factor when travelers are choosing where to stay. In Taitung and Penghu, there are such playful and bright guesthouses. Taipei East Inn is an affordable budget option that attracts visitors with its reasonable prices, while the Beauty of Basalt in Penghu also features a richly colored facade, with a composition of red, yellow, and blue outlined in black — a design that leaves a lasting first impression.
One cow yields enough for just three servings — a must-try thick-sliced grilled beef tongue in Sendai
Sendai is almost synonymous with "beef tongue." It's estimated that there are over 100 specialty beef tongue shops in central Sendai alone, and souvenir stores also sell a variety of beef tongue products. Although many claim they "dare not eat cow tongue" and thus pass up the chance, the springy texture and distinctive flavor of beef tongue often leave food lovers with an unforgettable impression — it’s truly a pity to miss out.
Don't spread your legs too wide！Orange hearts on Seoul subway floors aim to boost passenger etiquette
Recently, if you take Seoul Subway Line 3, you might notice a row of orange hearts quietly appearing on the cabin floor. This is part of Seoul's newly launched "LOUD" campaign, which hopes to awaken public awareness of etiquette and civic-mindedness when using public transportation.
Pasta, pizza, and stir-fried noodles—all vegetarian. Delicious and refined, even without meat.
Vegetarian meals can be delicious too. Located next to the National Father Memorial Hall, the Huajianmi Restaurant specializes in plant-based cuisine, offering even strict vegetarians a unique and flavorful dining experience. Judging from its exterior and interior decor, you might mistake it for a French or Italian restaurant—unless someone tells you, it’s actually entirely vegetarian. Here, you can enjoy pasta, pizza, as well as dishes that blend Chinese flavors with Italian and French techniques, such as Five-Spice Noodles and Fragrant Sprout Rice.
There's even free chicken soup too—“Hainanese Chicken Rice” with tender, juicy meat and a hint of wine aroma
For lunch today, I was planning to keep things light. Although J sometimes gets half a smoked native chicken from Zhulian Market—the one we often buy is pretty good, but still quite oily—I thought of Hainanese chicken instead. So I decided to check out Cheng Ji on Minsheng Road on my own.
The Tianchi Lake on Changbai Mountain boasts a unique landscape—winter is the best time for hiking and sightseeing, paired with ginger tea.
British novelist James Hilton’s *Lost Horizon* depicts a utopia nestled among the majestic mountains of the East, where peace and tranquility abound, and people’s hearts are filled with serenity. Stepping into the sacred and mysterious winter wonderland of Changbai Mountain feels like entering a “Shangri-La of ice and snow.” Changbai Mountain has a temperate continental mountain climate, characterized by long, harsh winters, short and cool summers with unpredictable weather, windy springs, and foggy autumns.
Challenge your taste buds: Afternoon tea in Eastern Taiwan – a surprising match of tuna and coffee
Visiting this fishing town of Chenggong, apart from the fish market, the most anticipated experience has to be an afternoon tea pairing fresh tuna with coffee. Perhaps it’s because of the fishing town setting that there’s an abundance of fresh sashimi, inspiring such a creative combo — a bite of fresh tuna, followed by a sip of coffee. This kind of afternoon tea is undoubtedly unique to the people of Chenggong in Taitung.
Winter in New York just got cooler — a 2-hour LED light show is here to surprise you!
With the advancement of digital technology, keen travelers may increasingly notice its presence everywhere during their journeys — just look at the light shows at major attractions in Sydney that often draw tens of thousands of spectators. This winter, if you’re planning to spend Christmas in New York, be sure not to miss the Luminaries installation at Winter Park, which brings a unique atmosphere to the city.
Cultural Heritage & Cormorant Fishing in Gifu – Visit the Hometown of Japan’s Greatest Warlord Nobunaga Oda
In recent years, the Chubu and Hokuriku regions of Japan have been actively promoting tourism, making them popular destinations for travelers. Aside from the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, one of the most sought-after spots is Gifu, the birthplace of one of Japan’s “greatest warlords,” Nobunaga Oda.
Transporting northbound returning passengers: High-speed rail to add 2 all-general-admission trains on the afternoon of the 13th
To alleviate the flow of northbound returning passengers during the holiday, the high-speed rail announced that it will add 2 northbound trains stopping at all stations with all-general-admission seating (business class excluded) on the afternoon of the 13th. One is train No. 8800 departing from Zuoying Station at 4:12 p.m., arriving in Taipei at 6:30 p.m.; the other is train No. 8802 departing from Zuoying Station at 7:12 p.m., expected to arrive at Taipei Station at 9:24 p.m.
The meat falls off the bone with just one bite—newly opened in Banqiao: tender pork chop noodles with juicy, fragrant meat
When it comes to pork chop noodles, most people would probably add "Fengyuan" at the beginning, especially the famously delicious one at Miaodong Night Market. However, based on my two experiences, while it was indeed tasty, I often found it a bit greasy by the time I reached the third of the bowl. Recently, while taking Pepper for a walk, I stumbled upon a newly opened shop at the end of Julu Road in Banqiao called "Fengyuan Pork Chop Noodles."
Airbnb sparks controversy: Taipei says there are legal youth hostels with better value at just NT$500
Recently, an incident involving a foreign tourist who experienced an accident while staying at an unlicensed hotel via Airbnb occurred. Today, the Taipei City Government’s Department of Information and Tourism released a 30-second video titled “Taipei: Delicious, Fun, and Comfortable to Stay In,” urging travelers to look for official hotel signage to identify safe and legal accommodations.
Spain, the world’s top wine producer, unveils 8 luxury wines with scores over 90
When it comes to wine, many people immediately think of French reds, but it may be hard to imagine that Spain is the world’s largest wine producer—with over 4,000 wineries, 98% of which export their wines internationally.
2015 Yongjing Winter Solstice Cultural Festival ~ Super Heartwarming: A Century-Old Town Comes Together to Make Tangyuan
What to do on Winter Solstice!? Of course, make tangyuan (dumplings)! Freshly made tangyuan, cooked and eaten on the spot, plus lively performances to enjoy. On December 19th (Saturday), Yongjing Township in Changhua County will host the bustling “Winter Solstice Cultural Festival.” The event offers free parent-child tangyuan-making activities, where you can also experience traditional techniques like using a stone mill and kneading dough. Free tangyuan will be provided for everyone to enjoy—come join the fun.
Popular Mario Crepes: tender crepes filled with cheesecake and generous whipped cream
While Japan offers a variety of delicious cuisines, its exquisite and delightful "desserts" often come as an even bigger surprise. The crepes from Marion Crepe come to mind—their sweet flavor layered with rich cheesecake notes remain unforgettable to this day.