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The cross-river hot spring pipes in Wulai have been removed, revealing Taiwan’s beautiful scenery once again
The first aerial documentary film in Taiwan, "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above," released last week, allowed viewers to appreciate the island’s beauty from the height of the clouds and the perspective of birds, as well as to witness the sorrow of the precious island. Among other things, the overdevelopment of the Wulai hot spring area...
The yellow duck in Kaohsiung unexpectedly deflated; the duck exhibition area is suspended today
The yellow duck, which made headlines last week for an unexpected burst, unexpectedly deflated again last night without warning. The yellow duck from Kaohsiung, which showed up in solidarity and took over the display in Taoyuan, was originally scheduled to deflate at 5:00 this morning for submersion work, but at 21:50 last night, it...
Take the high-speed rail to watch great movies – Get a “Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above” coupon with your ticket purchase
Enjoy discounts on the high-speed rail and catch an exciting movie experience! Starting now, high-speed rail passengers holding orange magnetic tickets can purchase a ticket for the Cannes Film Festival competition film “Billions” (original title:...) at an early-bird discounted price at designated “Shi MK” cinemas.
“Discover Macao” City Travel Exhibition – Kenneth Kwok’s Exclusive Itineraries Revealed
The Macao Government Tourism Office has launched the “Discover Macao” city travel exhibition at the first and third floor display areas of Eslite Xinyi Store. The first floor display area includes: the “World Heritage 3D Storybook,” “Interactive Food Guessing Game,” and “Colorful Festival...
"Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above" Premieres, Revealing Taiwan's Beauty and Scars from the Sky
What angle shows Taiwan at its most beautiful—and most unfamiliar? For aerial photographer and director of "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above," Chi Po-lin, it is only from high above that one can discover this familiar land in ways never seen before...
Houtong Cat Village Soars in Popularity — Ranks Among World’s Top 6 Cat Attractions
Cat lovers are no strangers to Houtong Cat Village in New Taipei City. The newly opened cat bridge in March this year has drawn numerous feline enthusiasts for a pilgrimage, further boosting the popularity of this mountain town famous for its cats. In addition...
Taiwan’s only mud hot spring — the Guanziling Hot Spring Festival in Tainan kicks off on November 16
When traveling to Tainan in autumn and winter, besides historic houses and local delicacies, the hot springs of Guanziling are also a must-see. The 2013 Tainan Guanziling Hot Spring Festival will take place from November 16 to December 22. Visiting Guanziling during this period not...
The Yellow Rubber Duck Will Not Be Inflated Before the Weekend — Hoffman: Don’t Forcefully Display the Duck
After experiencing an explosion and an unexpected deflation incident, the organizers of the Taoyuan Land Art Festival have decided, following an assessment, that due to poor weather conditions from today until Friday, the safety of the Yellow Rubber Duck is the top priority. It has been confirmed that the duck will not be inflated and launched into the water. The earliest possible time will be...
2014 Travel Checklist: 10 Must-Visit Cities for Wandering
As 2013 draws to a close, the new year undoubtedly brings a host of fresh travel dreams for many adventurers waiting to be planned and realized. If you're still unsure about your 2014 travel plans, why not...
Yamagata Snow-Viewing Hot Springs: 6 Must-Soak Golden Onsens in Tohoku
Tohoku is considered a hot spring paradise by the Japanese. Each hot spring town has a unique history and scale of development, presenting diverse features that have created a world-renowned hot spring culture. Tohoku is home to many hidden hot springs, most of which retain their original appearance from when they first opened due to inconvenient transportation...
Live Show of Adorable Panda Cub "Yuan Zai" – One-Hour Daily Broadcast
Yuan Zai has been alive for 122 days since birth, with its limbs gradually growing stronger and its weight exceeding 8 kilograms. Although the weather has turned cooler recently, whenever there is sunshine, zookeepers take Yuan Zai outdoors for sunbathing to soak up the warm rays...
Yellow Rubber Duck to Arrive in Keelung on Dec. 21; Sightseeing Passport Launches at Month’s End
The Yellow Rubber Duck exhibition in Taoyuan will come to an end this weekend, followed by the final stop of the “Duck Taiwan Water Play” tour—Keelung—where the duck is set to arrive in Keelung Harbor on December 21. Before the yellow duck’s arrival, the Keelung organizing committee has rushed...
2014 Taipei 101 fireworks show: 218 seconds, the second longest in history
As New Year's Eve approaches, fireworks displays across Taiwan are being intensively planned. This year’s Taipei 101 New Year’s Eve fireworks performance, sponsored by direct selling company Nu Skin, will last 218 seconds—extended from last year’s 188 seconds...
Birthplace of the first Apple computer — Steve Jobs’ childhood home designated as historic site
For Apple fans, Steve Jobs is a god-like spiritual leader. Even two years after his passing, his charismatic presence during product launches still lives on in the hearts of his followers. Now, besides cherishing memories of Jobs through computers and mobile devices...
【News Flash】Rubber Duck is back！ Open for public viewing this afternoon
After being absent from the Taoyuan Land Art Festival for several days, Rubber Duck has returned to Botang Pond！ Today, with the wind stabilizing and gusts weakening, the weather is suitable for inflating and launching the duck. The organizers completed testing this morning, and Rubber Duck is currently...
Taiwan’s Fourth Famous Hot Spring: Sichongxi’s Popular “Herbal Beauty Spring” Makes Its Debut
The hanging of red hot spring lanterns marks the official opening of the annual Sichongxi Hot Spring Festival. The two-month-long 2013 Sichongxi Tourism & Hot Spring Festival kicks off on November 16. The lead actors and actress of the microfilm “Love in Sichongxi”...
Will the yellow duck return to the pond? Inflatable work on standby this morning
The yellow duck may be launched today as early as this afternoon, according to weather expert Dr. Peng Chi-ming. Due to calmer winds, the ideal time for the duck’s launch could be this afternoon (the 8th) through Saturday and Sunday. The organizers also...
Tokyo Tower's Christmas Tree Reaches New Heights – Winter's Limited-Time Romance Begins
The Tokyo Tower and silver Christmas scenes from Japanese dramas have captured the hearts of many netizens. Although Tokyo Tower has relinquished its title as Tokyo’s tallest building, its status in people’s hearts remains as strong as ever. As this year’s Christmas approaches...
New Taipei City’s Happy Christmas Town – The Nation’s Tallest Christmas Tree Lights Up on November 22
As the gates open, Hello Kitty, SpongeBob SquarePants, Transformers, Santa Claus, and little bears bring the festive cheer of Christmas early to everyone. The 2013 New Taipei City Happy Christmas Town will officially kick off after the lighting ceremony on November 22. Spanning...
The Zhongli New Year's Eve Gala Is Canceled This Year—Christmas Gala to Take Its Place
The Zhongli New Year's Eve Gala Is No More This Year—Zhongli City Government Decides to Cancel the Longstanding Event, Replacing It with a Christmas Gala on December 21st Featuring Artists Such as Jia Jia Xiao, Jolin Tsai, and Julian Cheung, Also Bringing an End to...