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Not Just Food and Historic Sites: Top 10 Popular Attractions in Tainan
Tainan is considered by most visitors to be the food capital of Taiwan, with rich historic and cultural heritage. But beyond night markets, street food, Anping Fort, and Chihkan Tower, there are many other worthwhile attractions. A well-known polling website compiled a list based on netizen discussions...
Swim with dolphins in the underwater forest at Aqua Park Shinagawa Aquarium
Located in Shinagawa, Tokyo, "Aqua Park Shinagawa Aquarium" captivates everyone with its state-of-the-art sound and light effects created by cutting-edge technology. Here, visitors can experience the high-tech feel of the world's first touchscreen tank...
It's so cool! Lego art that defies vision – a must-see for Lego fans
The globally acclaimed exhibition "The Art of the Brick" — selected by CNN as one of the world’s must-see exhibitions — is back in Taiwan. In 2012, The Art of the ...
Be kinder to yourself: 5 situations when you must travel right away
Travel can recharge your life and broaden your horizons. Amid the various pressures and busyness of life, do you ever wish you could just put everything on pause, escape the noise and worries of the city, and temporarily step away from reality? In today’s fast-paced...
Weekend weather change: Heavy rain alert issued for six counties/cities; stay sun-safe
On July 1st, multiple counties and cities across Taiwan experienced rainfall, with heavier downpours in the central region that require special attention. The Central Weather Bureau has issued heavy rain alerts for six counties and cities — Hsinchu County, Miaoli County, Taichung City, Nantou County, Chiayi City, and Yunlin County...
The 17th Gongliao Ocean Music Festival Announces Its Lineup — Let’s Rock Together
“Ocean 17, We’re In This Together!” The 2017 New Taipei City Gongliao International Ocean Music Festival will be held from July 28 to July 30 at Fulong Beach. This year’s lineup invites...
270-degree panoramic views of Bangkok at night — five must-visit rooftop bars
In recent years, Thailand's tourism industry has developed rapidly. The country's rich cultural atmosphere and long history have invigorated its overall tourism environment, as well as fostered a thriving creative arts scene. The nightlife in the city after dark is also incredibly vibrant. In addition to...
8,000-square-meter fairy-tale landscape — the world’s first magic maze in Taiwan
Located in Daxi, Taoyuan, Happy Dreamland was originally a riverside fairy-tale forest and has recently reopened with a new look and atmosphere. Situated near Daxi Old Street and Shimen Reservoir, the park is surrounded by lush greenery and combines...
This is how you should enjoy summer – A lazy guide to Taiwan’s hottest summer activities
The most vibrant summer has arrived, and from July onwards, there will be plenty of exciting events across Taiwan worth checking out, such as the Taiwan Culinary Exhibition, New Taipei City’s Fulong Sand Sculpture Art Festival, Gongliao International Marine Music Festival, Taoyuan City National Anime Festival...
Ultra-extravagant fire-on-ice Summer has arrived, and eating ice is what many people crave
As the hot summer arrives, eating ice is a must-do activity for many to beat the heat. A shop called "I Want to Eat Ice" located in Taipei's Da’an District has sparked heated discussions online since its opening in June. Its biggest highlight is a fire-on-ice dessert that looks like an iceberg...
The Qinzhibuzi Skywalk A trial opening draws crowds with breathtaking ocean views
The new “Qinzhibuzi” skywalk in Fengbin Township, Hualien, features a transparent reinforced glass walkway that offers an especially thrilling experience along with stunning maritime scenery. The 150-meter walkway showcases the beautiful landscapes of Hualien,...
Weekly Weather Forecast: Tropical Storm Nanmadol Forms, Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Seven Cities/Counties in Southern Taiwan on Monday
This year’s third typhoon, Nanmadol (international name: NANMADOL), has formed and is moving northwestward toward the eastern part of Taiwan at a speed of 31 km/h. It will come closest to Taiwan’s northeastern tip early on the morning of the 3rd, after which...
Alishan Forest Railway: The Cruise-Style Train’s “Three Movements of Striving Upward”
Thanks to the joint efforts of the Chiayi Forest District Office under the Forestry Bureau and the Alishan Forest Railway Management Office of the Taiwan Railways Administration, the operational route of the forest railway will be extended 10 kilometers from Fenchihu to Alishan, reaching Shizilu Station, as well as 6.9 kilometers from the Alishan Sacred Tree Station...
500-meter Rainbow Mountain Trail – The Colorful Qingjing Windmill Festival Kicks Off
The annual summer highlight of Qingjing Farm, the “2017 Qingjing Windmill Festival,” kicked off passionately on July 1st. Themed around a rainbow, this year’s event features a stunning 500-meter rainbow-themed trail in the Guanshan Pasture...
New phones for the New Year? Flagship stores of four major smartphone brands
Every year during the Spring Festival, people say you should wear new clothes for the New Year. But in this era of rapidly advancing technology, the tradition has shifted to getting a new phone. Taipei’s Xinyi District has now become a battleground for flagship stores of smartphone brands. The following four major brands...
Top-voted 40-year-old shop among Taiwan's top 10 mango shaved ice recommendations
As summer arrives and mango season begins, there's nothing more refreshing than digging into a mountain of mango shaved ice on your table. Take big bites of the cool, juicy mango—the sweet and tangy flavors are the epitome of...
Test your nerves—monorail at 340 meters above sea level
Located at Mudeungsan Mountain, where the boundaries of Damyang-gun and Hwasun-gun in Gwangju, South Korea, meet, it is known as the mountain that guards Gwangju. It earned this name because its height is difficult to calculate, there is no rival to match it, and even ranking it is a challenge...
Top 10 Taboos to Know Before Traveling in Japan | Cultural Insights for Visitors
World cultures are wonderfully diverse and rich, with each country having its own customs and significant cultural differences. Therefore, behavior while traveling abroad is extremely important—respect local customs to avoid touching on sensitive issues or taboos...
Choose your own sweetness and ice level — Taiwan’s first-ever self-service bubble tea vending machine
Bubble tea has become increasingly popular, with almost everyone in Taiwan carrying one in hand — a trend almost unique to the country, so much so that even Japanese tourists are obsessed. This has also sparked various creative business opportunities in the bubble tea category. Located in the Qianmei commercial district of Taichung, the bubble tea shop—S...
New Sunset Attraction Gains Hype Before Opening: 17-Kilometer Fishing Port Observation Deck
Hsinchu City’s Haishan Fishing Port serves both tourism and fishing functions. To enhance its overall facilities, NT$12 million was invested in a landscape improvement project, with most facilities now in the final stages of completion and set to open at the end of July. In addition to upgrading fishing infrastructure...