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London graffiti satirizes Vermeer as art anarchist Banksy leaves his mark wherever he goes
Recently, British graffiti master Banksy was falsely reported to have been arrested in London, but this news didn't become an obstacle to the artist's creativity. He recently returned to his hometown of Bristol and unveiled his latest street work, putting a humorous twist on Vermeer's famous painting...
Autumn is really here！Fusshoushan’s maple trees are starting early—the red foliage spectacle is about to unfold.
Autumn is really here！On October 22, some red maple leaves were spotted beginning to turn at Songlu, the most popular maple-viewing spot at Fusshoushan Farm. The peak period for the most stunning red foliage at Songlu is expected to be early to mid-November. Everyone is welcome to come admire the autumn leaves!
Is Rainbow Bridge at Grand Lake Park vying for the title of "Bridge to a Fairyland"?
Recently, Rainbow Bridge at Grand Lake Park briefly claimed the top spot in an online poll hosted by a well-known international website for the "Bridge to a Fairyland," sparking heated discussions among netizens. The website invited users worldwide to participate in the online vote to collectively choose bridges from every corner of the globe that resemble fairylands...
Autumn in Korea: A Golden Fantasy – Ginkgo Trees as Far as the Eye Can See!
Autumn is the most beautiful and comfortable season in Korea. Maple and ginkgo trees change color, with splashes of red, yellow, and orange covering the mountains and adorning the urban landscape. Nature’s colorful and enchanting tricks captivate people amidst the endless beauty...
Colorful Autumn in Ottawa: Four Prime Spots to Admire the Foliage Right Now!
Autumn is undoubtedly the most beautiful season in Canada, as a vibrant tapestry of red leaves blankets the land. If you're visiting Canada in the fall, you absolutely can't miss this seasonal spectacle of foliage—especially in Ottawa, the capital of Canada...
2014 Xinshe Flower Sea Festival Kicks Off – Romantic Blooms in 35 Hectares of Colorful Fields in Taichung
Taichung’s annual autumn tourism extravaganza is about to begin. The 2014 Xinshe Flower Sea and Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival will run from November 8 to December 7, spanning a full month that includes five weekends off. This year’s Xinshe Flower Sea...
Shilin Xishan Ancient Canal Hike – A Hidden Nature Trail in Taipei for a Healthy Getaway
The Banling settlement, located at No. 71 Lane, Section 3, Zhishan Road, Xishan Li, Shilin District, once boasted extensive terraced rice fields fed by the clear and abundant waters of the Banling Canal. However, as the canal fell into disrepair over time, the scenic farmland gradually disappeared...
Front Street Mall's Songgao branch grand opening: H&M's first store in Taiwan targets the youth market
The sixth branch of Front Street Mall, Songgao, opened on October 24, officially entering the prime league of the department store industry. The Songgao branch targets young female shoppers, featuring over 126 stores ranging from as small as 3 pyeong to as large as 100...
Japan Airlines Hosts the "31st Japan Airlines Cup Northern Region Japanese Speech Contest"
To promote international exchange between Taiwan and Japan, Japan Airlines, in collaboration with the Taipei Office of the Interchange Association, Japan, organized a Japanese speech contest for university students in the northern region with an interest in the Japanese language. This year marks the 31st...
National Opera House Light Art Festival - A Magical Night of Light, Dance, and Sound in Taichung
To celebrate the completion of the "National Taichung Theater," designed by renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando, the Taichung City Cultural Affairs Bureau specially organized the "Opera House Light Art Festival –...", a light art exhibition comparable to the Sydney Opera House Light Festival.
2015 World’s Best Value Travel Destinations – Taiwan Ranks 8th!
Have you planned where to travel in 2015? A well-known international travel website conducted a series of surveys and recommendations for travel destinations in 2015. The most recommended cities and countries to visit are Washington, D.C. and Singapore;...
【Tuesday Travel Stay】Budget Travel Can Be Ultra-Luxurious: Swiss Youth Hostels with Pools and Saunas
For many people, trying to stretch their limited travel budget a bit further, choosing a backpacker hostel or youth hostel is the most practical option. Typically, such choices prioritize a good night's sleep over other amenities — things like gyms, pools, and saunas, which one might usually only expect in hotels, are often not even considered.
Besides kangaroos and koalas, Australia’s beach art exhibitions are super fun!
I always have an impression of Australia as vibrant, unrestrained, and free—its endless beaches and colorful coral reefs make it hard not to feel cheerful while living there. Especially in Sydney, Australia’s most famous Bondi Beach...
An Intellectual Stroll through Guanziling Hot Spring Village—A Michelin Three-Star Journey of Triple Delights!
As autumn arrives and temperatures gradually drop, the annual hot spring season is here again Up ! The Guanziling Hot Springs in Tainan have a history of over a hundred years since the Japanese colonial era. Thanks to their high-quality mineral-rich waters,
The silvery-white snow country of Niigata: terraced fields awaiting spring
Winter in Japan is a beautiful snow country, with thick layers of snow covering the islands, the continuous green mountains turned white-capped, and city streets blanketed in deep snow, transforming the entire world into pure white. Within Niigata...
Golden waves of silvergrass blanket the mountains—top 10 trails for the most breathtaking autumn silvergrass views!
As deep autumn arrives, silvergrass blossoms gradually turn the mountain peaks white, with swaying silver waves and dancing seed tufts along the trails. In November, aside from the Silvergrass Season at Caoling Historic Trail, there are nine other silvergrass-viewing trails where everyone can...
Ancient Temples in Late Autumn – Must-Visit Maple Viewing Spots in Kyoto
In Japan, the changing of tree leaves to red in autumn is called "momiji" (red leaves). The deep crimson hues of momiji last longer than cherry blossoms, often for about a month. During this time, simply stepping into any major temple or shrine will reveal a breathtaking sea of red. ...
Meet Taichung’s National Theater in November – Feast and stay at The Millennium Taipei Taichung, never alone!
November in Taichung is bustling with excitement. Events such as the Light Dance Festival celebrating the opening of the National Taichung Theater, the Xinshe Flower Sea, and the highly popular Teddy Bear Carnival are all set to take place in full swing. To ensure travelers from all over Taiwan can...
Results of the 2014 Top 30 Islands Ranking Announced – Palawan in the Philippines Takes First Place
A globally renowned American authoritative travel magazine recently released the results of its 2014 readers' poll for the best islands. The competing islands spanned the globe, and the top spot was claimed by the Philippines’ Palawan, beating out 29 other islands from around the world. This time...
Sleepwalking in Tainan: Halloween Costume Fun Run Kicks Off at Night!
“Trick or treat?” A Halloween party full of pure mischief is so last season. Last year, the first-ever Halloween “Beastly Rush” — a costume fun run organized by the Anping Running Club in Tainan — brought zombies, superheroes, female ghosts, and poker card soldiers to the streets of Anping...