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The globally viral shoulder-shaking dance appears on Taipei streets — these attractions all made the cut
The Handsome Dancer brothers from the U.S. created the shoulder-shaking dance “Coincidance” in 2015. With its insanely catchy music and dance moves, it has continued to spread across the world...
Colorful Flower Sea Transforms into Christmas Ducks – Riverside Art Spot for Photos
New Taipei City Government has set up a duck-themed landscape art park in the riverside park beneath Zhongxing Bridge along the Tamsui River. Viewed from the nearby embankment, the massive duck installation comes into view, hence earning the nickname “Duck-Themed...
There's also a hidden light sea here at the Christmas Town Time Tunnel — take as many photos as you want.
The "Blue Time Tunnel" of New Taipei Christmas Town quickly became an Instagram sensation, with its mesmerizing blue starry lights. But besides New Taipei Christmas Town’s light sea tunnel, Tamsui Old Street Plaza has now set up...
See New Year's Eve fireworks without the crowds — five scenic restaurants to welcome 2018
The annual New Year's holiday is coming again, and the highlight of the year's fireworks — Taipei 101 — attracts domestic and international tourists who come specifically for it, while New Year's Eve parties are always packed with people. But if you want to avoid the crowds and still enjoy the fireworks up close...
No less trendy than Bangkok, Thailand – Taiwan’s coolest material library is a must-visit for creatives
As technology advances rapidly, the quality of design materials is also improving. However, to see the amazing new works from material suppliers, one often has to fly to international expos, which is a headache for many designers. In the eastern part of Taipei, there is...
Strawberry season is here！ The winter limited edition of Miss Cup Noodle Girl is a must-collect
Miss Cup Noodle Girl, celebrating her fifth anniversary, has captured the hearts of fans. Not only is her appearance adorable, but her frequently humorous poses also bring smiles to everyone, making her one of the most collected dolls today. ...
Global spotlight on the longest duration ever – The 2018 Taipei 101 New Year’s Eve fireworks and light web show you can’t miss
Capturing worldwide attention, this year’s Taipei 101 New Year’s Eve light and fireworks show is themed “2018 Happy Together.” With a longer duration, upgraded fireworks, and the addition of a multimedia light show...
Ueno Zoo’s Panda Cub Sparks Hype — Seven Must-Buy Adorable Merchandise Items
The panda cub Xiang Xiang, born at Ueno Zoo this June, is not only the first panda cub born at the zoo in 29 years but also the latest animal star capturing nationwide attention in Japan. To celebrate, Ueno Zoo has specially arranged public viewings through a lottery-based reservation system...
Asia’s Largest in Taiwan – The Must-Visit New Destination with a 3D Spiral Slide
Slides are no longer just for kids. Since the emergence of large indoor slides in cities like Taichung and Kaohsiung, their thrilling levels have even attracted adults. Now, Taipei’s urban area has also debuted Asia’s highest outdoor 3D spiral slide. ...
200 French horns set a world record — the Taiwan International Wind Band Festival is even more spectacular than you think
The 2017 Chiayi City International Wind Band Festival kicked off in grand style on December 22, bringing together outstanding wind musicians from six countries including France, Finland, Austria, Japan, Hong Kong, and Thailand, as well as top domestic performers. A total of 14 international groups and...
Rare December Typhoon Kai-tak Forms; Beware of Cold Temperatures on the 18th
Typhoon Kai-tak (international name: KAI-TAK), the 26th named storm, is the second December typhoon to form in recorded history—a rare occurrence. Its path will not affect Taiwan, but ships sailing or operating near the waters off the Philippines and the Spratly Islands should exercise caution...
Stay at the world’s most beautiful bookstore – A must-visit list for literary travelers at Japan’s first Tsutaya Apartments
In recent years, the Tsutaya bookstore, hailed as the most beautiful in the world, has not only sparked a new wave of reading enthusiasm but also expanded into a diverse range of business ventures. Following the launch of the BOOK AND BED TOKYO bookstore-style capsule hotel in 2015...
Not just the Sticky Monster Lab—Hootloop Planet sparks another convenience store collectibles craze
Limited-edition and points-based products offered by convenience stores often become hot topics, making them one of the must-visit and must-collect local souvenirs for travelers worldwide. In addition to releasing collectible items such as magnets featuring the Sticky Monster Lab...
Anti-counterfeiting Features Upgraded: Second-Generation Chip Passport Launched, Prompting Rush to Replace
Since Taiwan issued chip-embedded passports in 2008, it has successfully secured visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or other visa facilitation benefits for Taiwanese passport holders in 166 countries and regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the European Union...
Supermarket partners with HERSHEY’S to launch winter-exclusive desserts — high cost-performance value sells out daily
Wellcome’s private label We Sweet introduces new desserts, collaborating with the century-old American brand Hershey’s for the first time to launch six winter-exclusive chocolate desserts. Each is affordably priced under NT$100 and exquisitely delicious...
Winter flower fields bloom anew as golden cosmos paints a picturesque scene
This year’s highly popular “Guandu Flower Sea Festival” in the Greater Taipei area attracted many visitors for photo ops and check-ins, becoming a hit on Instagram and not only boosting tourism but also earning praise from numerous netizens. The Guandu Flower Sea Festival, which features different flower seas for each season...
A Garden Rivaling Europe—A Colorful Riverside Flower Sea as a New Holiday Destination
No need to fly abroad to enjoy flowers. In Taipei, you can admire vibrant floral displays comparable to the Netherlands’ Keukenhof Gardens. The Water Resources Department has created a large expanse of beautiful flower fields beneath the green space under the levee platform in the Hakka area of Guting Riverside Park...
Heartwarming and festive GODIVA classic hot chocolate, now available at convenience stores
CITY CAFE’s 2017 year-end blockbuster plan: for the first time collaborating with Belgium’s royal chocolate brand GODIVA, launching the Christmas-exclusive CITY CAFE flavored drink “GODIVA Classic Hot Chocolate”...
Must-visit new attraction in Korea: Running Man Experience Hall lets fans try the challenges themselves
The popular Korean variety show Running Man enjoys high popularity across Asia—even non-fans have at least heard of it, and there’s even a Chinese version called "Running Man China" (奔跑吧兄弟), showing just how huge its fanbase is. ...
There are photo spots everywhere along the way！ The Tainan Canal cruise revives the scenic beauty of the waterfront.
Since its opening in 1926, the Tainan Canal has inherited the commercial transport function of the ancient canal of Taiwan Prefecture City for nearly two hundred years, becoming an important channel for trade and passenger transport in the Tainan area, while also carrying the development of Tainan city and even Taiwanese history...