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Top 7 Stunning Metro Stations Worldwide Taiwan Station is the Only Asian Entry
The colorful Formosa Boulevard Station is a famous tourist attraction in Kaohsiung. Its stunning glass mosaic art is a renowned masterpiece and is often hailed by foreign media as one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world. Recently, the American magazine Popular Mechanics...
Linkou is not just about the OUTLET — five popular attractions are also super fun
Located in Linkou District, New Taipei City, the area has become a popular shopping destination thanks to Mitsui Outlet Mall, and with the opening of the Airport MRT, it has emerged as a new suburban spot for city dwellers. In addition to Mitsui and Uni-President department stores...
The grassy lecture hall is incredibly healing — a new international architectural landmark
A new cultural hub has recently emerged in Taipei. The Chungtai Group has integrated architecture, creative lifestyle, and cultural education across disciplines to create the "Chungtai Complex JUT COMPLEX," bringing together an art museum, public art, and a mixed-use commercial...
New Taipei Christmas Town Gets an Upgrade: The World’s Only 360-Degree Light Projection Makes Its Debut
The annual, largest-scale “2017 New Taipei City Happy Christmas Town” is just around the corner. This festive event will run from November 24 of this year (2017) to January 1 of next year (2018), bringing...
Most Scenic Coastal Highway One-Day Tour: Six Must-Visit Spots Along Provincial Highway 11
Located along Taiwan’s east coast, Provincial Highway 11 stretches 178 kilometers from Ji’an Township in Hualien County in the north to Meihua in Taimali Township, Taitung County in the south. As one of the main roads in the Hualien-Taitung region, it boasts breathtaking and majestic scenery, making it...
Typhoon Danas (No. 23) Likely to Form; Watch Out for Fluctuating Temperatures
The tropical depression (1004 hPa) near the western waters of the Philippines has a very high chance of developing into Typhoon Danas (No. 23). The interaction with the tropical low over the Spratly Islands sea area is worth monitoring and may also affect...
Pink haze? It’s here too. An IG-famous check-in hotspot that feels like heaven.
Located on Jeju Island, “NORI Norae Garden” (also known as Bingongguang) is one of South Korea’s most popular photo spots. Originally a themed garden showcasing late winter to early spring plum blossoms and moss phlox, in recent years the management has also installed numerous...
Even if the wait is forever, you have to try Banqiao’s four most popular delicacies
Banqiao in New Taipei City is one of the most beloved destinations for many people in the Greater Taipei area. In addition to shopping malls and night views, it also offers delicious food and night market snacks. In recent years, it has become a popular brunch hub. Below are four...
One More Must-Visit Spot in Chiayi: A Pure White Hotel That Looks Like Building Blocks
In recent years, Chiayi has gradually become a popular tourist destination. In addition to the famous Alishan, the city area is also home to an increasing number of stylish and design-forward attractions. The "Sun Dialogue Hotel" located in downtown Chiayi features a geometrically stacked...
Dreamy destinations for autumn foliage viewing Three top routes that rival Japan
When autumn and winter arrive, foliage viewing becomes one of the hottest travel topics. Aside from Japan, Taiwan also boasts beautiful spots to admire autumn leaves. Strolling along romantic red leaf trails in the midst of picturesque mountains and waters creates an atmosphere that is no less enchanting than Japan’s. Below are some recommended...
Endless vintage scenes to capture – Yisang-dong is a must-visit in Seoul
Yisang-dong Hanok Village in Seoul has recently become a popular tourist destination. Although it is located in a historic city center, it was relatively unknown in the past. In recent years, however, many young artists and entrepreneurs have settled here and created...
Jiang Zhencheng Combines Food and Art Without Borders as RAW Transforms into a Modern Art Gallery
The fusion of art and cuisine always has a special way of soothing the soul. The fourth installment of the 2017 RAW Global Gastronomy New Forces series invited Manila’s Gallery VASK, a restaurant/gallery that has drawn global attention in the Philippines for its blend of food and art...
Taiwan’s First Double-Decker Bus Gashapon Machine – A New Highlight in Tainan Tourism
Recently, new attractions have been popping up in Tainan like mushrooms after rain, sparking a wave of tourism enthusiasm. Following the craze caused by the giant gashapon machine on Zhengxing Street in Tainan, a new type of large gashapon machine has appeared in front of Tainan Big City Department Store in the East District. This time...
See the sea of clouds and crystal glow here – Taiwan’s top five million-dollar night views
The sea of clouds and crystal glow, a million-dollar night view, is a private scenic beauty limited to autumn and winter. Through layers of mist, it shimmers with a dazzling array of colorful splendor, coupled with the sunset and the astonishing sight of light piercing through the clouds as if on fire. Every time you see it, it takes your breath away...
Comparable to the East District and Xinyi District, a century-old commercial hub transforms into a new fashion landmark
In 2015, Taipei City launched an old shop revitalization initiative. To date, over 30 traditional shops have undergone transformation. Among them, the historic Monga District was generally regarded as a nostalgic retro attraction, not as bustling as lively areas like the East District...
The bald cypress wonderland turns red, with gradient beauty resembling a northern fairyland
As the cool autumn season arrives, the dreamy bald cypresses also begin to turn golden. Strolling through vast forests of bald cypresses feels like stepping into a movie scene — the fantastical scenery is both romantic and enchanting. The bald cypress wonderland located in Shoufeng, Hualien...
All-inclusive food, fun, transport, and accommodation — the Tainan Fun Card is essential for exploring the city.
With the evolution of the tourism market and changes in traveler behavior, it has become increasingly important to offer visitors a friendly, convenient, interesting, and immersive smart travel experience in Tainan. The "Tainan Fun Card" utilizes mobile commerce as a sales...
Going Against Influencer Norms: Double Chin Selfies Go Viral on IG
Taking selfies at every attraction has become a must-do for modern travelers, and scrolling through IG reveals nothing but envy-inducing influencer-style photos. But Michelle Liu, a young woman from Boston, USA, decided...
Starbucks Christmas Series Sneak Peek: 5 Highlights You Can’t Afford to Miss
Taiwan Uniform Starbucks kicks off the Christmas season first, this year themed “GIVE GOOD – Spread the Goodness.” On November 3rd, in sync with global Starbucks, it launched distinctive “Holiday Christmas Cups” unlike previous years. Meanwhile, all Taiwan outlets...
Dad's American Fried Chicken Goes Viral: Four Reasons Netizens Can't Stop Sharing
The recently booming "Dad's" American fried chicken shop has sparked a heated online discussion, highly praised by college students and becoming the hottest food topic of the moment. In recent years, Dad's has expanded rapidly, cultivating a large base of loyal fans...