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World-class giant desserts！ The Chocolate Hills of Bohol are super cute
The Chocolate Hills, with their cone-shaped peaks, resemble giant truffle chocolates scattered across green grass, and are considered one of the strangest places in the world. Located on Bohol Island in the Philippines, they consist of thousands of...
Step into the mountains and waters of carefree bliss — a grand emotional journey to uncover a fairy-tale hidden paradise
Areas such as Jiji, Sun Moon Lake, Dongpu, and Qingjing form this “Y-shaped route” (with Sun Moon Lake as the meeting point of the three paths), resembling a silver necklace with a diamond pendant hanging around your neck. Whether your journey begins at...
To this crumbling Taiwanese aesthetic — Nine things street signs reveal to us
Recently, Taiwan Railways spent NT$79 million renovating the tourist train "Star of the Island Round-the-Island," but the crude interior design, inconsistent style, and lack of any real quality in the renovation sparked heated discussion and criticism online. Amid this online backlash, under what netizens jokingly call the increasingly deteriorating Taiwanese aesthetic, where should we reflect and make changes? Below, we share nine observations related to street signage and urban scenery with our readers.
So fantastical it'll wow your feed: 4 IG-worthy sci-fi future-style scenes
In recent years, many new structures have popped up across Taiwan, all embracing minimalist, tech-inspired architectural styles. Featuring monochromatic palettes and sleek lines, these futuristic designs not only beautify the urban landscape but also create visually stunning...
Must-see stunning cherry blossom avenue during the long holiday break – romantic blooming of South Sea Peony cherry blossoms, perfect for photos!
Spring is the perfect time to admire cherry blossoms. The Sakura Promenade at Wushantou Reservoir in Tainan is currently in full bloom, with rows of delicate pink trees and petals scattered on the asphalt road, creating a pink carpet – it's incredibly romantic!
【Tuesday Travel Stay】Taiwan’s Best Hot Spring Hotel: Luxuriate at L’Amitié Beitou
L’Amitié Beitou Hot Spring Hotel has been honored as “Taiwan’s Best Hot Spring Hotel,” and is the only five-star hotel in the Beitou area. Its gentle and pure white sulfur springs attract countless domestic and international travelers, while its thoughtful and warm Taiwanese-style service leaves guests...
Lake Weave House at Bi Lake – Mesmerizing Night View Colors
Among Taipei’s only two lakeside parks, Dahu Park and Neihu Park, both renowned for their stunning landscapes and collectively known as the “Neihu Twin Jewels,” something wonderful was added this summer (June 21) at Bi Lake Park – a beautiful large-scale...
Ethereal Beauty in Japan: Hokkaido’s Stunningly White Platinum Blue Pond
The ethereal and dreamlike attraction of Blue Pond in Hokkaido first sparked widespread discussion when this picturesque and surreal spot was used as the desktop wallpaper for OS X Mountain Lion—much like the green fields photo of Windows XP—becoming a beautiful yet unfamiliar sight many people recognize.
Golden Rice Waves & Harvest Art Festival: A-Mei Performs on Heaven’s Path
The annual Chihshang Harvest Rice Art Festival is just around the corner. Following last year’s event where Cloud Gate Dance Theatre, invited by Taiwan Good Foundation, premiered their new work “Rice” amidst the golden rice fields of Chihshang—with the Central Mountain Range as...
Beyond Imagination: A Dreamlike Autumn at Hitachi Seaside Park’s Endless Flower Fields
As the day draws to a close, the weather becomes increasingly cool and pleasant. The Indian poet Tagore once said, “Let life be beautiful like summer flowers and death like autumn leaves,” comparing the journey of life to the romantic vibrancy of spring and summer, while hoping that its end can be as serene as...
Spring travel subsidies available to all counties and ages — proposed NT$500 per person
The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has launched two rounds of winter travel subsidies to promote domestic tourism in Taiwan. It is now planning to introduce a spring travel program from April to June, open to all age groups, with a subsidy of NT$500 per person applicable across all counties and cities, and...
Rock out in Kaohsiung this National Day holiday！Explore the new look of Qijin, feast on seafood, and watch the sunset
For the first time this year, Kaohsiung City is hosting the “Qijin Black Sand Rock Festival,” which will kick off with great fanfare at Qijin Beach on October 11. The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau has specially organized a “Capture the Wild Black Sand Rock” photo check-in lottery event, giving away a total of 30...
Halloween Madness – Trick or Treat
The Chinese have the Ghost Month, while the West has Halloween. As one of the major holidays in the Western world, every October, various Halloween celebrations kick off around the globe – ghost parades, pumpkin decorations, nighttime adventures...
Mayday’s “Future Colossus” lands at Kaohsiung’s Lover’s Wharf, becoming a new highlight!
In addition to its ocean views, sunset scenery, night vistas, and romantic ambiance, as well as being Taiwan’s only lover’s wharf named after love, Xingda Port now has a new highlight — Mayday’s “Future Colossus” has reappeared at Lover’s Wharf. The city government’s Marine Bureau...
【Wednesday Shopping Special】Autumn Picnic Fun – Afternoon Tea’s Harvest Time Series Now Launched
As the scorching summer comes to an end, the cool autumn weather is perfect for heading outdoors for a stroll, and the demand for essential picnic bento accessories has surged. Meanwhile, recent food safety concerns have led people to dine out less frequently, making hygienic homemade bentos once again the top lunch choice for office workers and schoolchildren. A well-packed bento in a stylish and practical lunchbox can bring a splash of joy to a busy day. In recent years, Afternoon Tea has often collaborated with renowned designers to launch new LUNCH/PICNIC tableware collections.
Transform into a romantic experience like scattered stars — the Chiang Mai Mass Lantern Festival is about to begin!
The annual Lantern Festival will first host a free local event for tens of thousands on Saturday, October 25, 2014. Additionally, the official grand celebration will officially kick off from November 5–7, 2014. ...
Top 10 New Taipei Hiking Green Trips – Breathe in Nature with Liu Keh-siang!
“Hiking takes us into a higher, farther, and broader home.” This is a heartfelt message specially written by Liu Keh-siang, nature observation writer and spokesperson for this year’s Hiking Tourism Festival, for the 2014 New Taipei City Hiking Tourism Festival...
2014 Taipei Hot Spring Festival Kicks Off on Double Ten Day in Xinbeitou!
The “2014 Taipei Hot Spring Festival” will take place over five consecutive days starting October 10 around the Xinbeitou MRT Station. In addition to the annual hot spring exhibition booths, this year will feature, for the first time, a cultural exchange performance and street parade by child sumo wrestlers from Matsuyama, Japan...
The Guandu Nature Park Art Season Opens, Welcoming the October Migratory Bird Season!
The 9th Guandu International Natural Installation Art Season, held at Guandu Nature Park, grandly opened on September 28, 103 (2014). International artists engaged in 15 days of on-site creation, gathering natural materials...
10 Unique Ways to Explore Hidden Gems: A Stylish Private Trip in New Taipei
With the Taipei Basin as the compass and Taipei City as the center, New Taipei City resembles a beautiful "doughnut"-shaped metropolis. Spanning over 2,000 square kilometers and home to nearly four million residents, this city has evolved with advancements in transportation...