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Artillery Shells from Kinmen Installed at Taipei 101; Top 10 Scenic Small Towns Special Exhibition Kicks Off Now
The newly announced Top 10 Scenic Small Towns and Top 3 Featured Small Towns in March will jointly occupy Taipei 101 from now until September 2. Cultural relics and creative cultural products from each town will be displayed on the 89th-floor observatory. The Kinmen Jincheng exhibition area will even feature...
The Most Beautiful Summer Ever: Must-Experience Flower Viewing in Hokkaido
With the lavender blooms in Furano, Hokkaido, in July, beautiful wildflowers such as lilies, poppies, lupines, and cosmos also begin to bloom along the roadsides of Biei and Furano. Visiting Furano at this time not only offers summer-exclusive...
Mountain spring pools & stargazing BBQs — New ways to beat the summer heat in Yangmingshan
With summer vacation just around the corner, Yangmingshan and the Northern Coast are the perfect spots to enjoy a tranquil flower-viewing journey through the countryside and experience the beauty of Taipei’s hidden rural gems. Starting now, Tianlai Resort Hotel in Yangmingshan is launching the “Dance Melody” all-inclusive travel package...
Showcase the Beauty of Tainan – Marathon Photography Contest Now Open for Registration
Get your running shoes ready, grab your camera, and head out for the marathon photography contest! Marathon photography not only allows you to unleash your energy, passion, and creativity, but also lets you express your unique feelings about Tainan and your worldview through the lens...
Satisfy girls' other stomachs! Must-try desserts in Greater Taichung
Desserts always find their way into girls' other stomachs. Whether it's cakes, ice cream, pudding, or handmade cookies, girls always manage to enjoy these sweet, happiness-filled treats even after a full meal. To...
Dreamy 4 Small Islands Around Jeju Island — As if Stepping Into a Fairy Tale Wonderland!
Around Jeju Island, there are charming small islands such as Udo, Gapado, Marado, and Feelyongdo that are just as beloved as Jeju itself. If you think the islands near Jeju aren’t special, you’re mistaken. The appeal of these "islands within an island" lies in their limited access to outsiders, making them cleaner and more pristine than Jeju, with each offering its own unique charm.
Kaohsiung Hot Air Balloon Carnival Kicks Off at Clear Lake on July 6
In recent years, hot air balloon events have become a global trend. This year, in addition to the Taitung International Hot Air Balloon Carnival, Kaohsiung City will also host the “2013 Soaring Over Clear Lake – Kaohsiung City Hot Air Balloon Carnival” from July 6 to August 11 at Clear Lake.
Backpackers’ Singapore: A 4-Day, 3-Night Easy Metro Adventure
Summer vacation is just around the corner—have you planned an exciting backpacking trip yet? For those who love independent travel but worry about not being fluent in foreign languages, Singapore is a highly recommended destination. Not only is there no need to...
Golden Rain of Summer: Tainan Shines in June
A golden shower of flowers symbolizing happiness is about to light up Greater Tainan. The 2013 Tainan Cassia Festival will grandly kick off at Hutoupi Reservoir in Xinhua from June 8 to June 23. This year’s Cassia Festival has specially invited Axel, the German founder of the “Tainan May Music Festival,” and his foreign friends to perform on-site at Hutoupi Scenic Area during the festival. In addition to the hiking activities starting at Hutoupi Reservoir on June 8, the event period will also feature concerts, photography competitions, cricket fights, and other exciting programs. It is hoped that all visitors coming to Tainan for flower appreciation and travel will leave with unforgettable, romantic golden memories.
Head to DiverCity Tokyo – Check into the Gundam Command Center
Since the 18-meter-tall life-size Gundam model was erected in DiverCity Tokyo in the spring of 2012, the area has undoubtedly become a sacred site for anime fans. Now, another Gundam hub has landed in DiverCity, allowing fans not only to look up in awe but also to stay right inside it.
Taiwan’s Version of the Torii Garden Festival – Monsters Appear in Guanziling as Mountain Carts Parade Through the Streets
The Fire King has arrived! The grand finale of the romantic Siraya series “Summer of Love” events – the Fire King Festival – will be held with great fanfare on August 11th in Guanziling, Baihe District. The Siraya National Scenic Area Administration, Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, announ...
The return of natural beauty: Venice’s canals turn crystal clear
The return of natural beauty: Venice’s canals turn crystal clear
Explore Taoyuan’s Little Wulai Line & Skywalk in a One-Day Tour Starting at NT$299
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle has become a popular choice for domestic travel in recent years, offering convenient connections between attractions and a variety of discounted package options, making travel both easy and affordable. Following the hugely popular Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Cihu Line in Taoyuan County, ...
Taste Taiwan on Your Tongue Tip: Top 20 Must-Try Night Market Snacks
For travelers who love to collect local memories through their taste buds, visiting a new place always means diving into the local night markets or alleys to find special snacks. However, while fried chicken cutlets, pan-fried buns, oyster omelets, and rice balls may vary slightly in taste depending on the chef, and each has its loyal regulars, these widely available snacks often fail to offer something truly fresh. That’s why this week’s special feature by MOOK Scenic Spots & Travel Life focuses on local cuisine, uncovering 20 unique snacks rarely found elsewhere. These distinctive flavors will take you on a delicious island-wide culinary journey.
Fengjia X Qiuhonggu Valley – Recommended Half-Day Slow Travel Itinerary in Taichung
Taichung, with its leisurely pace of life, dry and comfortable climate, warm locals, and an abundance of affordable street food as plentiful as the stars, offers a vacation-like vibe right in the city. And the recently super-popular Qiuhonggu Valley, a clear oasis amid the concrete jungle...
Develop Robot Kitty with Hello Kitty at the Future Park
The most design-forward and talked-about Robot Kitty Future Park – the Mechanical Kitty Smile Tech Interactive Exhibition will make its debut on July 12. Unlike typical exhibitions, the Robot Kitty...
Travel with your bike, no burden at all — Air Busan waives bicycle checked baggage fees
Bicycle tourism is becoming increasingly popular. Originally, passengers had to pay a checked baggage fee of NT$167 per kilogram when bringing a bicycle on Air Busan flights. Starting September 1, Air Busan has introduced a policy allowing bicycles to be checked in for free, permitting up to 10 bicycles per flight to be transported without charge...
Noodle-threading through needles and Iron Chef competitions—top-tier culinary skills take center stage at Taiwan’s Gourmet Food Exhibition
The annual Taiwan Gourmet Food Exhibition, which draws crowds scrambling for meal vouchers, will kick off tomorrow in Hall A of Taipei World Trade Center I. This year’s event features special exhibitions on the “One Prefecture, Two Towns, Three Boroughs” food culture, healthy eating concepts, cross-strait gourmet exchanges, and culinary...
Head to Toronto – Visit the Hometown of Wang Jianmin’s Blue Jays
This week, Taiwanese baseball player Wang Jianmin, who has once again become the focus of attention, donned the Toronto Blue Jays uniform to return to the Major League mound. His performance not only showcased his perseverance and dedication, but also made people wonder—what kind of city is Toronto, really? Today, MOOK Travel takes readers on a journey to Canada’s largest city to explore all the exciting and fun things Toronto has to offer.
Dragon Boat Festival in Lukang: A Limited-Time Classic One-Day Tour Recommendation
Tomorrow is the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. Isn’t it a bit of a waste to just sleep until noon and spend the day eating zongzi? During this nostalgic holiday, we at the scenic spots platform would like to recommend...