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The sound of drums amidst surging rice waves – U-Theatre shakes up the Chihshang Music Festival
The Chihshang Harvest Music Festival has entered its fourth year! The festival on November 3 (Saturday) from 15:00 to 16:30 will be held on Jinxin No. 3 Road in Chihshang Township, an area known as...
Briefs Transformed into Ceramic Bowls: A Pottery Exhibition Showcases the Beauty of Orchid Island
Recently, Orchid Island was hit by a typhoon, leaving many of the scenic spots that tourists remember in need of extensive restoration and repair to regain their former beauty. However, ceramic artist Huang Guowei spent a full month on Orchid Island in February this year...
Daphne odora flowers are in full bloom, like fireflies dancing among the mountains and forests.
Daphne odora flowers are in full bloom, like fireflies dancing among the mountains and forests.
Major Survey of Millennials on Travel: Sharing Slow Holidays with Family and Friends Is All the Rage
An unforgettable trip often provides lasting experiences and memories, and it’s likely that travel enthusiasts have already started planning their end-of-year getaways. According to a survey conducted by American Express Taiwan targeting those aged 30 to 40 in Taiwan...
Skip the BBQ this Mid-Autumn Festival—Free free-range chicken tasting at Kaohsiung Tianliao Music Festival
As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, celebration events are kicking off across Taiwan. Located in southern Taiwan, Kaohsiung’s Tianliao Moon World Geopark will also host a Mid-Autumn music concert from September 29 to 30. In addition to performances by artists such as Shih Wen-bin, Hsu Fu-kai, and Fang Ning...
Must-know Korean filming locations from Itaewon Class | Follow Oppa Seolu to continue the happiness
The Korean drama Itaewon Class is a hit series following Crash Landing on You, starring Park Seo-joon and Kim Da-mi. Since its premiere on January 31, 2020, it has sparked widespread discussion and has been just as popular as Crash Landing on You. Toward the end of the series...
The impact of the pandemic expands further as Michelin-starred restaurant Da San Yuan suspends operations
The impact of the Wuhan pneumonia outbreak (COVID-19) continues to spread, affecting many retail and food businesses, and the renowned Michelin one-star restaurant Da San Yuan closed its doors at around 2:00 PM on March 26...
A Battle of the Two Chinas Begins in Kinmen with 400 Soldiers Clash
The famous Battle of Guningtou took place on October 25, 1949, a battle that safeguarded Taiwan’s democracy; on October 22, 2049, another “Battle of the Two Chinas” will unfold in Kinmen. If you happen to see...
Mitsui Media Park Linkou Development Plan Announced: A New 310-Store Complex Mall to Be Born
MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou, which opened in January 2016, officially marks its fifth year this year, while MITSUI OUTLET PARK Taichung Harbor, which opened in December 2018, has also attracted large crowds of visitors. Now, Mitsui Fudosan Group has once again announced a mixed-use commercial facility development project adjacent to MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou, known as the “Linkou Media Park.”
The new Songshan Airport business district has officially opened, jointly creating a fashionable shopping street.
Since the completion of its new terminal, Songshan Airport has given many travelers a refreshing experience. The fashionable shopping street at the International Terminal Mall, developed by President Chain Store, officially opened on the 24th. Focused primarily on shopping and supplemented by dining, it features...
One-Day Butterfly-Watching Tour in Puli: Enjoy a Free Butterfly-Themed Meal
This October, Sun Moon Lake is buzzing with excitement. In addition to the five consecutive holiday nights of the 2012 Sun Moon Lake International Fireworks Music Festival, the Taomi Community in Puli Township will host a “Dancing with Butterflies”...
New Nighttime Option in Bangkok: Asiatique Shopping Mall Houses Thousands of Retailers
After the closure of Suan Lum Night Market several years ago, Bangkok lost a popular spot for night market shopping — but now there's a new nighttime shopping destination: the riverside Asiatique Riverside Mall along the Chao Phraya River. ...
Have fun exploring Taipei – visit attractions and win an iPad2 or GF2 camera!
Taipei boasts many unique tourist attractions. The Taipei City Government’s Department of Information and Tourism, in collaboration with nine cable TV stations, has launched the “Taipei Unexplored – A Century of Charm Revived” series of events starting on the 24th. These include special feature reports, ...
The Beef Noodle Festival now kicks off with a “Buy One Get One Free” promotion voted by 100 people
The 2012 Taipei International Beef Noodle Festival has begun! The first dish served is the legendary Taipei beef noodle special offer. This year’s event invites 15 award-winning stores from previous years to jointly launch a “Buy One Get One Free” promotion...
Luxury train New Year's Eve journey starts from NT$108,000 per person
As the year draws to a close, besides attending concerts with loved ones, joining countdown fireworks shows, or chasing the first sunrise of the new year on New Year’s Eve, the Eastern & Oriental Express, renowned for its luxury rail journeys, and the Myanmar luxury cruise Road To Mandalay will also launch special New Year’s Eve itineraries at the end of the year. Travelers will stay in luxurious cabins aboard the train or cruise ship, traverse Malaysia’s tropical jungles on a colonial-style train, or explore the serene Irrawaddy River in Myanmar aboard a deluxe cruise, immersing themselves in a unique New Year’s atmosphere. The prices start at £2,210 (approximately NT$108,000) and £2,500 (approximately NT$122,000) per person, respectively.
Hong Kong Disneyland's Toy Story Land to Open on November 18
The globally beloved Toy Story franchise reignites the passion and fondness for toys among both kids and adults. Hong Kong Disneyland has invested HK$3.6 billion to create Asia’s first Toy Story-themed land, featuring...
Street parade performances by marching bands – Taichung Musical Instruments Festival kicks off in Houli on October 6
The 2012 Taichung Musical Instruments Festival will kick off at 9:00 AM on October 6 at Houli Horse Ranch in Houli District, Taichung City. In addition to a lively street parade, the opening event at 10:00 AM will feature an Electric Three Kings performance...
Taiwan Railways Embraces Green Initiatives – North Lake Station to Open Tomorrow, Saving NT$650,000 in Annual Electricity Costs
The Taiwan Railways North Lake Station (China University of Technology), which took about two years to construct at a cost of NT$328 million, will hold an inauguration ceremony tomorrow (the 28th) at 9:00 AM. A limited edition of 5,... commemorative platform tickets will also be sold on-site.
A film to save a century-old sugar factory: The national movie "Dream Sugar Factory" selects Tainan as its filming location
A national film — "Dream Sugar Factory" — initiated by a band and born out of the desire to protect a century-old sugar factory from demolition, is set to begin shooting in Tainan this October. Xie Shi, leader of the Ten Drums Art Percussion Group, stated that the motivation behind making this film is...
Sticking to the simple yet delicious flavors of locally sourced ingredients in the Yarra Valley — Australia’s Bella Vedre
Bella Vedre (Bella Vedre Restaurant) is jointly run by two good friends, Gary and Tim. Tim, who loves wearing vintage suits, manages the front of house, while Gary leads an excellent...