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Japan-Taiwan Friendship in Action: Japanese Red Panda "A-Chang" Makes Its Taipei Debut
The Taipei Zoo and Japan's Tama Zoological Park signed a friendship agreement back in November 1994 (the 93rd year of the Republic of China), aiming to integrate cross-border resources and work together for wildlife conservation. Since the introduction of endangered species is extremely difficult, after many...
New attraction at Maokong: Admire Taiwan’s only lupine sea at Little Skywalk
Maokong boasts rolling mountain vistas and charming layered tea plantations, making it Taipei’s most famous tea-growing region. This year, a new attraction — the “Little Skywalk” — has been completed, offering a 360-degree wide-angle view that lets you take in the beautiful valleys of Maokong from above...
The Flower Season of Hehuan Mountain – Stroll and Admire Flowers on the North Peak along the Ancient Hehuan Trail
The beauty of the rhododendron flower season on Hehuan Mountain is beyond words. To allow the public to experience the splendor of Taiwan’s alpine ecology, Taroko National Park and the Tianxiang Youth Activity Center will jointly host the “Hehuan Mountain Flower Season Nature Experience Activity.” The event includes...
Weekend Flower Viewing: A Grand Collection of Calla Lily, Lily, and Lupine Trails in Taipei City
As April arrives, the mountains and forests of Taipei City burst into bloom, their vibrant colors calling everyone outdoors to enjoy nature. Numerous trails across Taipei are lined with a variety of native and cultivated flowering plants. Among the most iconic are the...
The trees on Neihu’s Lushan are adorned with flowing white flowers — now’s the perfect time to admire the “April Snow” at Baishihu Lake.
The lushan flower, renowned as the “April Snow,” is currently in full bloom around the Baishihu Suspension Bridge and Tongxin Pond areas in Taipei’s Neihu District. The dense clusters of lushan blossoms have blanketed the treetops. The Taipei City Government’s Department of Urban Development advises that those wishing to...
【Thursday Arts & Culture】“V4 Central European Cultural Festival” – A Tour of Selected Films from Four Central European Countries Across Taiwan
The four Central European countries — Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia — are collectively known as the “Visegrad Group” (V4), and this group is set to hold an extraordinary event in Taiwan that combines music and film...
Sunflower demand rises, Yenpu in Pingtung sees 10-20% increase in daily harvest
Recently, sunflowers have become the representative flower of student movements, and Pingtung is the main winter production area for sunflowers across Taiwan, with Yenpu Township having the highest cultivation—about 20-plus hectares. Flower farmer Lin Jin-lian says that recent demand has increased by 1-...
2014 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival: The "Tung Blossom Star" Painted Train Begins Its Journey
As the cold of winter gradually fades and the warmth of spring sunshine arrives, the white tung blossoms bloom amid the lush greenery and dance through the mountains and forests, adorning the earth with a fresh new look and exuding a romantic ambiance. The "2014 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival," themed "Tung Blossoms in Hakka Villages, Celebrate Together..."
Climb Guishan Island to admire lilies — vast flower seas on the south shore dock are the most vibrant
Birds chirp, flowers bloom, and spring has arrived. Around Turtle Tail Lake on Guishan Island, a sea of lilies is in full bloom, seemingly announcing the arrival of spring. The magnificent visual feast is breathtaking and fills the island with vitality. The Northeast...
Run through Australia’s stunning landscapes – Entries now open for the Gold Coast Marathon in Queensland
Since its inception in 1979, the Gold Coast Marathon in Australia has been held for 35 editions and has been awarded the IAAF Road Race Gold Label certification since 2014...
【Wednesday Special】Shangri-La Amusement Park’s Tung Blossom Festival – Free Entry for Children Under 12
Shangri-La Amusement Park has been the main venue for the Hakka Tung Blossom Festival for five consecutive years. This year, it once again collaborates with the government’s official festival activities. On April 12th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the park offers free admission. The Council of Hakka Affairs also provides limited...
【Wednesday Special】Japan’s “Yokoi Somen-ten” Celebrates Grand Opening with Free Signature Soup Udon
Japanese cuisine offers a rich variety, and authentic udon noodles—whether a warm, comforting bowl of soup udon in winter or a refreshing cold udon in summer—are always a treat. Now, you can enjoy the traditional...
The “Duffy Bear Bus” tours Japan – super cute appearances in Hokkaido and Tohoku
The popular Disney character Duffy Bear has transformed into an adorable bus, which began touring 20 locations across Japan including Tokyo, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Shizuoka at the end of February this year. It has received widespread praise throughout the country, and the regions for this month’s tour have also been announced. From April 9 to early May, the bus will head to Tohoku and Hokkaido.
The Hello Kitty-themed SNOOPY Painted Train on the Kaohsiung MRT Launches for a Limited Time
Kaohsiung MRT has launched an adorable SNOOPY painted train, which started running today. The legendary American cartoonist who created SNOOPY and the Peanuts comics, Charles M. Schulz...
【Weekday Foodie】Cheng Trip Crystal Hotel’s Holiday Exclusive “Berkfey” Steak All-You-Can-Eat
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MOOK Self-Guided Travel Bookstore Anniversary Celebration – Free Apps Given Away Daily
The "MOOK Self-Guided Travel Bookstore" anniversary celebration is about to kick off, featuring a special "One Free App Per Day" promotion. This event runs from today until the 16th. During this period, the "MOOK Self-Guided Travel Bookstore" will...
【Friday Fun in Taiwan】Taipei Blooms with Calla Lilies, Tainan’s Kapok Avenue is Super Romantic
This warm and flowery weekend, the vibrant sea of blossoms outdoors is calling out to netizens to come and visit. Taipei’s Zhuzihhu Calla Lily Festival is now in full, colorful bloom, the lobelia at Maokong has also blossomed, and Tainan’s Baihe Linchupi Kapok Avenue is showcasing its romantic charm at this very moment...
How to enjoy the firefly season: Alishan Railway’s firefly-viewing tour is now open for booking
The Alishan National Scenic Area Administration has launched this year’s “Dancing with Fireflies” and “Trail Trails” events, featuring four sessions of the “Spring & Summer Firefly Stroll” on April 19, 26, 29, and May 13...
Visit the zoo to see fireflies – Limited spots available for parent-child experience
To celebrate Children’s Day holiday, Taipei Zoo will offer free admission to all children under 12 years old and one accompanying parent nationwide for three consecutive days from April 4 to April 6. It is also the season when fireflies emerge. Starting now, online registration is open for the “2014 Firefly Love” parent-child experience camp. Each session has a limit of 45 participants and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Madison Taipei Launches Afternoon Tea Feast: Savory & Sweet Pairings, 16 Coffee & Tea Options to Mix & Match
As spring blooms, there's no better time for an afternoon tea date. Starting now, the 1F URBAN331 at MADISON TAIPEI (Taipei Madison) introduces an afternoon tea feast priced at NT$580 + 10% per set, featuring a double...