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Kidnapping is just the beginning. The mysterious landscape of Songs of Salt and Fire
Werner Herzog, who once summarized his personal style with the phrase "I am my own film," became an important director of the New German Cinema movement through his unique minimalist and non-mainstream films. Songs of Salt and Fire is adapted from a short story by American novelist Tom Bissell...
'Love Off the Cuff' Box Office Hits 100 Million — Taipei Marriott Scenic Secrets Revealed
The highly anticipated Mandarin film *Love Off the Cuff* surpassed 550 million yuan in box office revenue across Greater China within just one week of its release, instantly boosting search interest in Taipei travel. One of the most pivotal plot-twist scenes was filmed at...
Quality Stays in Kaohsiung FUN Guide Building an International Tourism Hub
To welcome more domestic and international travelers to visit and enjoy Kaohsiung with peace of mind and great experiences, the Kaohsiung City Government’s Tourism Bureau has released the newly produced Chinese edition of the "Quality Stays in Kaohsiung FUN Guide" in April. The guide...
Dreamy Thousand-Layer Green Sea of Clouds | Ultimate Day & Night Scenic Camping Area
Taiwan boasts abundant mountainous and forest wonders, offering breathtaking travel experiences without needing to go abroad. Camping isn’t just a foreign specialty either—scenic camping areas across the island provide stunning day and night views, even changing beautifully with the seasons, just waiting for travelers to discover...
Weekly Weather Forecast: Temperatures Soar and Rain Increases – Mother’s Day May See Unsettled Weather
Affected by a frontal system, the plum rain season has arrived, with temperatures across Taiwan starting to climb. Monday’s weather is generally sunny. On Tuesday, the 9th, a weak frontal system will pass, bringing localized brief showers in the western part of the island during the early morning to late morning. In the afternoon, there will be localized brief showers in the northern, eastern, and...
Forest Trail Secret Garden | Taoli Riverside Landscape Restaurant
Located in Xinshe, Taichung, Taoli Riverside is a highly acclaimed landscape restaurant. Its beautiful grounds and ambiance have earned praise and recommendations from visitors. The venue includes both indoor and outdoor dining areas, as well as a water feature...
Little Alishan Forest Secret Spot – Littleleaf Mannia Forest Park
Towering straight up, with large green canopies spreading overhead that intertwine to create beautiful shaded scenes — these are the distinctive features of the littleleaf mannii tree. Commonly used as a street tree in Taiwan, the littleleaf mannii not only provides greening and shade but also serves as urban landscaping...
New Green Architecture Landmark – The Steel and Bamboo Green Municipal Building
As environmental awareness gradually rises and becomes more widespread, the world is embracing new green architecture. Striking a balance between stylish design and eco-conscious concepts, energy-efficient and low-carbon buildings are slowly replacing traditional structures. Located in Vietnam, one renowned green architecture firm...
Aerial view of Love Orchard’s sea of rice fields – Yuanli’s 2017 painted rice fields free to view
Known as the “granary of Miaoli,” Yuanli Township has the largest rice cultivation area in the county, with rice as its primary crop. The Yuanli Township Farmers’ Association has created painted rice fields that highlight the diversity of rice colors...
Sea of Flowers Waterfall Secret Garden: A Small Village Draws Flower-Loving Crowds
Located in Hongshi Xizhou Tribe, Baihe District, Tainan, this remote village usually sees few visitors—so much so that even locals from Baihe may not know of its existence. But over the past two years, it has drawn crowds thanks to its dendrobium orchid waterfalls. Every year around...
Highlights of Golden Rain Flower Viewing 2017 Hutoupi Albizia Festival
The golden, cluster-like flowers of the Albizia, native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka, bloom in Taiwan around May to June. Their most distinctive feature is the long, drooping clusters of bright yellow blossoms that hang elegantly. When a breeze passes, the petals flutter down like confetti...
Centennial Train Station Transformed by 3D Light Sculpture – The Grand Launch of the 2017 Light & Shadow Art Festival
Light sculpture projection shows have become a global trend, with iconic venues such as the Sydney Opera House, Prague’s Light Festival, and even New Taipei City’s Christmas Town and the Taipei 101 New Year’s Eve fireworks all using 3D light art to create magical cities...
Paint Spring Travel Memories HowToTrip Invites Artists for a One-Painting-Per-Season Event
Amid the pleasant and refreshing spring weather in Taitung, surrounded by the sounds of birdsong in the mountains, HowToTrip has created a limited-time painting art creation themed accommodation package — [Spring Colors · One Painting Per Season].
Overseas Tourists vs Locals: Top Check-in Spots Revealed
The world-renowned travel planning and booking platform TripAdvisor has launched its first-ever mobile "Check-in" Index, revealing the biggest differences in the hotels, restaurants...
Top 6 Recommended Cycling Trails Across Taiwan: Coastal Scenery & Family Fun
In spring and summer, the weather is cool and the sun is shining, making it not only a great time for outdoor activities but also a delightful experience to cycle while enjoying the scenery along the way. Cities across Taiwan are fostering a leisurely and relaxing atmosphere, planning...
Sperm whales emerging from the sea of clouds Animated scenes of floating continents
Nature’s miraculous masterpieces are too numerous to count, and the lifetime must-visit wonders always leave people in awe. So fantastical are these sights that they seem crafted by computer-generated effects, hence they are often used as backdrops or sources of inspiration for films, animations, and games...
Spring Healing Recommendations: Top 5 Tung Blossom Scenic Dining Spots
Every May is the season when tung blossoms bloom and flutter, with petals falling like snowflakes. Strolling along the romantic tung blossom avenues is both enchanting and soothing. Across Taiwan, you can admire the beautiful sight of tung blossoms covering the mountains...
A must-shoot triangular aesthetic for art lovers & an iconic Tadao Ando architecture hotspot
Located at Asia University in Taichung, the Modern Art Museum stands out with its unique architectural style and design, making it a popular IG photo spot and a must-visit destination for literary youths, architecture, and art enthusiasts. The main structure of the museum is built with...
Container Village Becomes an Instagram Hotspot with Over 10,000 Visitors
Kaohsiung’s Asia New Bay Area “KUBIC Containers” opened on March 31. Since its launch, it has not only become a trending topic on social media but also a family-friendly photo spot, attracting over 10,000 visitors...
Top 10 National Park Stays Around the World — Taiwan’s Only Inclusion
Spending a night in a national park allows you to immerse yourself in the world of nature, refreshing and relaxing your mind, body, and soul. A globally renowned hotel and accommodation online booking platform has specially selected the top ten national park stays worldwide, offering travelers the most comfortable and relaxing lodging options...