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Ringing in the New Year’s sunrise with music — over 90% of Alishan accommodations booked
The Alishan Sunrise Impression Music Concert is about to enter its 12th year. Over the years, the Sunrise Impression has etched deeply moving memories in the hearts of thousands. This year, the event organizer, the Forestry Bureau, Council of Agriculture, Executive Yuan, Alishan Forest District Office...
More New Year’s Goodies Await in Northeast Coast – First 1,000 Receive Dawn Gifts on 12/14
The 2013 Northeast Coast Dawn Festival will officially kick off at 3:30 AM on January 1. This year’s lineup is stronger than ever, featuring host Chen Han-Dian, heavy rock band OVERDOSE...
Chicken Cutlet Girl Battles A Xi and An Xiaoqiao – Nantou Flower Goddess Voting Begins Now
Vast, colorful flower fields, 10 major floral art exhibition areas, distinctive floral zones from Nantou’s 13 townships, as well as natural flower-viewing spots scattered throughout Nantou will all be featured in the Nantou Flower Carnival, which kicks off on December 16. This year’s event...
TransAsia Airways launches early-bird deals: round-trip flights to Busan and Singapore for just NT$3,700
Anticipating the growing trend of planned travel, TransAsia Airways has launched an early-bird ticket promotion starting today. The offer applies to various international scheduled routes departing between March and the end of October next year, with bookings available on the official website. Discounts include up to 44% off Japan routes...
Fireworks light up the sky for 600 seconds – Zhongli’s New Year’s Eve party kicks off at Qingpu High-Speed Rail Station
As December draws to a close, various New Year’s Eve events are being announced one after another. This year, Zhongli City’s celebration for 2013 will take place on December 31st at the square in front of Zhongli Qingpu High-Speed Rail Station, with performances...
The best choice for Chinese New Year~ Yangmingshan Tianlai Longhu Premium Broth to Uplift Your Luck and Energy
Where should you go during the nine-day Spring Festival holiday? Want to take the whole family on an overseas trip but worried about the budget? How about a relaxing hot spring soak? Yangmingshan Tianlai Hot Spring Resort has launched a special “Rise of the Dragon” Chinese New Year package for the Lunar New Year holiday...
Admire Taiwan’s Wild Mountain Tea Without Hiking – Exhibition Starts Now at Taichung National Museum of Natural Science
In Taiwan, where tea culture is widespread, getting a cup of tea is easy. However, as the environment continues to suffer from human activity, it’s not so simple to appreciate Taiwan’s wild mountain tea and the tea plant varieties behind famous beverages. Starting today...
High-speed rail launches transport combo ticket: up to 23% off, free MRT rides
For those planning to visit Kaohsiung while saving money, Taiwan High Speed Rail, following its "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle" initiative, has partnered with Kaohsu MRT for the first time to launch the "High-Speed Rail & MRT Combo Ticket" on December 19. The package includes both high-speed rail tickets and a Kaohsiung MRT...
Up to 48% off on international flights during Chinese New Year holidays – Top 8 travel cities where booking early saves you the most!
As 2017 draws to a close, savvy travelers are already planning their Lunar New Year getaways. A travel search engine has ranked the “Top 8 travel destinations where booking flights early saves you the most money,” with Fukuoka, Japan taking the top spot – booking 13 weeks in advance can save you up to 48.10% on airfare.
Countdown to the End of the World: NMNS Taichung Kicks Off 12/21 Countdown
December 21st is approaching, and whether the Mayan prophecy of the end of the world will come true remains unknown. But activities themed around the apocalypse—whether by restaurants or exhibition halls—are popping up one after another. The National Museum of Natural Science, Delta Electronics...
National Taiwan Museum showcases its treasured exhibit: The Yellow
The Treaty of Shimonoseki ceded Taiwan to Japan, prompting the Qing court to appoint Governor Tang Jingsong as the president of the Republic of Formosa, which raised the Blue Ground Yellow Tiger Flag. Subsequently, Japanese forces landed in Taiwan, captured Taipei City, and the flag fell into Japanese hands...
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Taiwan also has mummies! The oldest and longest-existing mummy in Taiwan, according to historical records, appeared around the year 1878 (the 4th year of the Guangxu reign during the Qing Dynasty), which is over 130 years ago. It was the body of a local folk believer named Ke Xiang from Dapi Township, Yunlin County at the time...
Hear the heartbeat of Alishan – Gao Huijun and Little Fatty lend their voices to the Sunrise Impression Concert
The Alishan Sunrise Impression Concert is about to enter its 12th year, leaving touching and unforgettable memories in the hearts of thousands every New Year's Day. This year, the organizer, Chiayi Forest District Office under the Forestry Bureau, has invited producer Yu Chuan...
Explore New Highlights in Kaohsiung: The Stunning Christmas Lights at Yanping Church
Kaohsiung’s Love River night scenery is highly renowned, with couples and families often seen strolling along the riverbanks to enjoy the cozy nights of this port city. But beyond the Love River, the Yanping Christian Presbyterian Church located at the intersection of Park Road and Lainan Street in Kaohsiung City...
Russian Violinist to Perform at Hsinchu New Year’s Concert Kicking Off on January 1
Continuing the festive atmosphere after New Year’s Eve, Hsinchu City is once again hosting its annual local New Year music event — the 2013 Hsinchu City New Year’s Concert. Classical orchestras and contemporary singers will take the stage to shine during the New Year period, featuring two major themes: “When Classical Meets Starlight” and “A Surprise from America,” scheduled for January 1 at 14:30 and January 2 at 19:30 respectively at the Hsinchu City Cultural Affairs Bureau Performance Hall. The program includes light operas such as "Die Fledermaus," "The Blue Danube," and "Midway March." Russian violinist Rotschko will also perform. Free tickets can be picked up starting December 25 at 9:00 AM from the first-floor service counter of the Performance Hall.
No need to fly abroad!Thailand’s must-visit restaurant NARA Thai Cuisine lands in Taiwan
NARA Thai Cuisine, a renowned Thai restaurant on many foodies’ must-visit lists when traveling to Thailand, is now available in Taiwan without leaving the country. Dishes such as spicy and sour seafood salad and Tom Yum Goong soup can be enjoyed locally. NARA Thai Cuisine grandly opened today (the 3rd) on the 11th floor of the Zhongxiao Branch of Far Eastern SOGO Department Store in Taipei, becoming its first branch in Taiwan.
Paint Your Own Christmas Gifts – The Clay Art Museum’s Christmas Dream Factory Opens on December 22
Located in New Taipei City, the Yingge Ceramics Museum offers pottery experience courses that feature special ceramic activities tailored to different holidays, which have always been popular. Starting December 22 this year at the Yingge Ceramics Museum...
The North American Gallery Turns 30: A Year-Long Celebration
To celebrate the upcoming 30th anniversary of the North American Gallery, the festivities kick off with its 29th anniversary events. Starting December 23, a variety of special activities are planned over the course of a year, including expanded audience participation, a 30th-anniversary premium commemorative ticket set, the Zheng...
Xingda Port Celebrates Christmas with an Ocean-Themed Christmas Tree Lit Up Today
To welcome the joyful arrival of Christmas, the Xingda Port Fishermen's Association and Aifaluo Sailing Themed Restaurant have joined forces to launch the "Charming Harbor – Xingda Port Lover’s Wharf Christmas Series" starting today (the 22nd) at the Lover’s Wharf area of Xingda Port...
Ring in the New Year at Sun Moon Lake with lakeside fireworks countdown
This year’s New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day holiday spans four days. To attract visitors, Nantou’s Sun Moon Lake New Year series of events kicks off at 14:00 on December 30 at the Shiangshan Visitor Center, with a performance by the Puli Youth Orchestra...