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Indulge in Plump Crabs This Mid-Autumn – New Taipei City’s Wanli Crab Season Has Arrived
As autumn winds blow, it’s once again the peak season for plump, high-quality crabs in New Taipei City’s Wanli District. The sea crabs are especially succulent and delicious when cooked and served, offering a sweet and fresh taste that’s hard to resist. Over 80% of Taiwan’s sea crabs come from Wanli District in New Taipei City...
Azaleas in full bloom at Riverside Park – enjoy the seasonal floral river while it lasts
With spring in full swing and flowers blooming everywhere, the azaleas at Riverside Park are also bursting into vibrant colors, forming stunning ribbon-like floral rivers. Even as the azalea blossoms fade, their fallen petals add a romantic touch to the park. Fans of azaleas, don’t miss out on...
Head to the ends of the earth! Discover the most breathtaking sights in the world
When travel no longer excites you, it’s time to find something new to reignite your motivation to step out the door. To admire views unlike any you’ve seen before, why not try the stunning landscapes of the world’s superlatives—whether it’s the world’s highest peak...
Louis Vuitton's new concept store at COEX Hyundai Department Store in Seoul has officially opened
White tiger makes an appearance at Korean LV? Louis Vuitton has launched a new concept store on the first and second floors of COEX Hyundai Department Store in Seoul. This is also the first Louis Vuitton concept store to open inside a department store in Korea...
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[Sunday Slow Time]Zakka Zoo and Button Button Workshop: Baking Classes in a Boutique Shop
They’re out!They’re out!A group of girls excitedly gathered around a large oven, watching the instructor take out a tray of golden, fluffy ladyfingers. The shop was instantly filled with the sweet aroma unique to pastries. This is Zakka Zoo & Button Button Workshop located on Jinhua Street...
A Charming Spring Stroll in Taipei: Delicate Spiranthes Blooms at Guandu Nature Park
As spring arrives and flowers bloom across the land, the Spiranthes orchids at Guandu Nature Park are also in full bloom. Named for their flower spikes that resemble silk ribbons, these blossoms are also called "Qingming Grass" due to their timing around the Qingming Festival...
Hand-painted movie posters at Tainan’s Quanmei Theater: Nostalgic craftsmanship shines internationally
Do you remember the hand-painted movie posters that used to hang above theaters when you were a child? This nostalgic sight has gradually faded from our lives with advancements in technology like computer animation. However, Tainan’s Quanmei Theater, in addition to maintaining...
Cat Black Cat Uncle’s Betel Nut Juice Face Wash – Has Our Courtesy Always Been This Warm?
The two stone cats located opposite the Maokong Gondola Station, with their adorable designs that match the image of Maokong, have become favorite photo subjects for many visitors. Their cute and endearing expressions have also earned them the affectionate nickname...
Restoration of national treasure steam locomotive 'The Duchess' – Railway Festival to showcase its glory in June
Taiwan Railways' last retired national treasure steam locomotive 'The Duchess' (CT273), which has been out of service for over 30 years, was recently successfully re-fired under the hard work of Director Hong Jin-xing’s team at Taipei Railway Workshop, along with retired veteran technician Mr. Liu Shu-gen. It is expected to make a glorious return on Railway Day, June 9.
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[Friday Fun in Taiwan]Yitong Happiness in Yilan, Calla Lilies Blooming on Yangmingshan
In the spring month of April, when flowers are in full bloom, Yilan County will host the 2014 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival—"Yitong Happiness in Yilan" this week, while Taipei’s Yangmingshan Flower Research and Development Center and Zhuzihu also showcase the vitality of blooming flowers...
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[Art & Culture on Thursdays]"X-site Landscape Installation Project" at Taipei Fine Arts Museum Explores Urban Public Space with Innovative Techniques
In 2014, the Taipei Fine Arts Museum opened up the plaza space in front of the museum and launched the first "X-site Project." The project name combines the mathematical symbol "X" with the English word "site"—the former implying the unknown, while the latter literally means a base...
Master Hayao Miyazaki’s Farewell Work – The Captivating Settings of “The Wind Rises”
The recent buzzworthy film “The Wind Rises” was released in Taiwan during the Mid-Autumn holiday period, and as it is the farewell work of Japanese animation master Hayao Miyazaki, it has particularly excited fans of Japanese and Studio Ghibli animations who have been eagerly anticipating its release. The real-life locations that inspired the film’s settings have also sparked lively discussions among fans.
Red Leaves in Spring! The Crimson Maples of Jing Shan Community Are Super Romantic
Spring also offers stunning red leaf scenery! Located in the Jing Shan Community area of Shilin District, the Japanese maples in the nursery have dyed the entire valley red. The Taipei City Public Works Department's Bureau of Urban Development stated that you don’t have to wait until autumn to travel all the way to Aowanda...
GUSTOSO Italian Restaurant's White Asparagus Festival – A Timeless Culinary Delight
Early spring is the peak season for European white asparagus in Europe. With its ivory-like hue, white asparagus is known as the "queen of vegetables." Its crisp, juicy texture and delicate fibers make it a must-try gourmet delight for food lovers in spring. Taipei MADISON...
EVA Air’s Hello Kitty Jet “Hand in Hand” Makes Inaugural Flight, Adorable Livery Dazzles Los Angeles
EVA Air’s first 777-300ER Hello Kitty livery aircraft—“Hand in Hand”—inaugurated its Taipei–Los Angeles route. The Los Angeles Times (…)
Spring Red Leaves Part 2: The Fiery Scarlet of Purple-Leaf Maple at Mt. Taiping
Every spring, as the season arrives, the lush green forests of Mt. Taiping National Forest Recreation Area gradually sprout new buds, while numerous wildflowers and grasses wait to bloom. During this time, the maple-like leaves of the purple-leaf maple, which shed in winter, regrow in early spring...
Beitou Library is simply enchanting — ranked among CNN’s 27 most beautiful libraries in the world
Once selected by the American entertainment website Flavorwire.com as one of the world’s 25 most beautiful libraries, the Beitou Branch of the Taipei Public Library has recently been recognized by the travel section of CNN (Cable News Network)...
The Seven Stars in Kyushu, built with a 3 billion yen investment, is Japan’s new luxury sleeper train set to depart in October
For many railway enthusiasts around the world, riding a sleeper train in Japan is surely a dreamlike rail experience. Now, aside from the legendary Hokutosei, Twilight Express, and the luxurious Cassiopeia, Japan’s sleeper train lineup will welcome a new...
Kyoto’s Saihō-ji Temple Gains UNESCO World Heritage Status with Its Moss
Renowned for its moss and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there’s no other place quite like Kyoto’s Saihō-ji Temple. That’s why it attracts visitors year-round. Though it still lacks an official website today, visitors must apply for entry via a paper postcard exchange. During the visit, one can still see...
The Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival: An Incredible Journey of Wonder Begins in May
The 2014 Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival will take place from May 3 to June 30 on Fulong Beach. This year, artists from the United States, Canada, France, Ireland, Australia, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, R...