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Sky Eye at the Southeast Corner – Where Azure Sea Meets Starry Skies
For those dreaming of endless blue seas and skies, and vast starry galaxies, Orchid Island in the southeast corner is the perfect destination. Located in the southeast, Orchid Island is surrounded by ocean. Though small, this island boasts natural beauty and charm that rival international destinations...
Breathtaking Scenery × Delicious Food × Sports – Free Access to Keelung Sports Center for 30 Days
In the northeast corner of Keelung, besides the local cuisine, the stunning scenery nestled between mountains and sea is another highlight. Now, residents in northern Taiwan have more good news: Keelung City Government’s National Sports Center will begin a trial...
The Universiade mascots are super photogenic, and the Shilin Official Residence Chrysanthemum Exhibition bursts into colorful bloom
With the crisp and pleasant autumn weather, now is the perfect time to head outdoors for a refreshing walk. If you don’t want to trek far and wide, there’s a great nearby spot where you can enjoy nature’s phytoncides without venturing too far. The 2016 Shilin Official Residence...
Christmas Carnival Features Giant Snowman & Four Treasures of Taichung for a Festive Atmosphere
The Taichung City Government Christmas Carnival will take place from December 9 to 25 at the Civic Square on Taiwan Boulevard, with the lighting ceremony held at 7:00 p.m. on December 9. This year’s Christmas Carnival has been expanded to include more amusement...
One rest day and one work day becomes final Workers lose seven holidays
After nearly a year of heated debate, the revision to the Labor Standards Act concerning the rights of 8.5 million workers nationwide was passed on the 6th during the second reading vote at the Legislative Yuan session with 60 votes in favor and 40 against, adopting the amendment proposed by the Democratic Progressive Party caucus. The one rest day and one work day...
Top Nighttime Christmas Photography Spots: Magical Light-Sculpted Churches in Taiwan
During the most joyful Christmas season, the nighttime atmosphere is the most sacred and festive, especially with the various events and services held at churches, which always fill people with moving emotions. The Christian Presbyterian Church located in Yancheng, Kaohsiung...
Super healing fairy-tale castle — a must-visit spot for taking photos with the bear plush toys in Chiayi
Hidden within an industrial area in Mingeung, Chiayi, there lies a fairy-tale castle. The Xiongda Village Forest-Themed Leisure Park offers a fun destination for families and visitors of all ages. In an area filled with industrial buildings...
Comparable to New Zealand’s vast grasslands, Chulu Ranch is the largest of its kind in Taiwan
Endless stretches of open grassland, dotted with herds of dairy cows and horses, New Zealand’s expansive ranches always bring a sense of peace and wonder, sparking greater interest in animals and the products made from them. Now, you don’t have to go all the way to New Zealand to...
Pseudo-international Taiwanese Attractions: 4 Hidden Beach Paradises on IG
Amid the trend of taking photos for Instagram, many hidden spots and attractions in Taiwan have gradually been discovered. Some of these breathtaking locations are so stunning that they’re hard to believe are within the country—without specific context, netizens might mistake them for overseas hidden gems...
Breathtaking Sea Erosion Wonders: Heping Island, the Most Mysterious Spot on Taiwan’s Northern Coast
Taiwan boasts many natural wonders, but sites rich in mysterious history are few and far between. Understanding the years and events they have witnessed offers a deeper and more astonishing perspective on these landscapes. On a corner of Northeastern Taiwan in Keelung lies an island...
Up to 20 cm of value for money – the Kokusho Jinanbo 101 Limited Edition is bursting with flavor
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Take advantage of this trend—Japanese Yen expected to rise in 2017
Since the U.S. election on November 9, the dollar has strengthened, while the yen first rose then fell. This has prompted many Japan enthusiasts and travelers planning to visit Japan soon to exchange their currency early or wait for an even better exchange rate. Market...
An 8-million-yuan monster Christmas tree—spot it at these locations
Asia’s beloved monsters are taking Taiwan by storm. Tying in with the Christmas season, the movie *Yo-kai Watch the Movie: Eawesome, Eawesome, Eeeeeh!?* hits theaters on December 23. Last year, collaborating with queen of EDM Jolin Tsai helped turn adorable...
Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Kicks Off Countdown with Celebrities – The Hottest New Year’s Eve in Taipei
One of the highlights of the year – the New Year’s Eve countdown – always attracts tourists from around the world to Taiwan, especially the Taipei 101 fireworks show, which is an internationally renowned attraction. Due to this major international event, the Taipei City Government has decided to...
The ultra-popular "Daihaitai" hot spring destination sees rising interest along with its train station
Many people are starting to ask what "Daihaitai" means. It turns out this was an ad-libbed line by celebrity Wang Da Lu at the China MAMA Awards, where he said "a stage full of possibilities," which unexpectedly became a viral internet catchphrase and a trending keyword. Thanks to this craze, interest in travel to Hakone has also surged—because the Hakone area in Japan actually has a place called "Daihaitai Onsenkyo" (Daihaitai Hot Spring Village), and there's even a train station named "Daihaitai." This unexpected fame has helped put these spots on the map and introduced more travelers to the region.
Discover Happiness at European-Style Churches — New Hot Photo Spots in Changhua
Holding a touching wedding in a sacred, pure white church is the dream of most people, and during the cold winter, there's nothing more needed than to be wrapped in warm happiness. In Changhua, there is a new popular attraction — the "Discover Happiness" church, built in a European style...
Explore Queensland and Visit Seven Natural Wonders Treehouses
In Queensland, Australia, besides the world-famous Great Barrier Reef—one of the seven natural wonders of the world—there are many astonishing and magical treehouse accommodations hidden in areas such as the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and inland regions of the Gold Coast.
A hidden gem for railway enthusiasts on IG: The spectacular century-old Old Mountain Line
Once hailed as Taiwan’s most beautiful railway branch line, the century-old Old Mountain Line winds from Sanyi in Miaoli County all the way to Houli District in Taichung City. Along the way, it passes two stations (Shengxing and the former Tai’an Station), three railway bridges (the Longteng Broken Bridge, Liyutan Bridge...
The most spectacular secret maple-viewing spot — Mount Maya stands majestically overlooking the land
Taiwan has many maple-viewing spots, scattered from north to south. This time, the travel experts are introducing Mount Maya, renowned as the "Northern Maple" (Maya Mountain) counterpart to the "Southern Maple" (Alishan’s Aowanda). Located at the border of Dahu Township and Tai’an Township...
December 25 falls on a Sunday, so a compensatory day off is given. There’s a trick to taking time off before the “one fixed rest day and one flexible rest day” policy took effect
After the passage of the "one fixed rest day and one flexible rest day" bill, it was confirmed that there would be no seven-day national holidays in 2017. Before the end of 2016, workers could still take an extra day off because December 25 (Constitution Day) fell on a Sunday, giving them a compensatory day off. Many companies...