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The Hollyhock Wheat Field Flower Tunnel: Collect All Four Major Flower Viewing Spots in Tainan in One Go
Every spring when flowers are in full bloom, besides historical sites and delicious food, the suburban areas of Tainan also offer beautiful flower seas and tunnels to admire, including hollyhocks, Xuejia wheat fields, and small-leaved ligustrum tunnels. Each spot...
Free admission. No-walls art in the streets. Fantastic photo spots for hipsters at Fenleiting.
“Fenleiting – Contemporary Art Exhibition,” an urban-stage contemporary art show, takes over the Xinyi Planning District from March 17 to May 13, 2024. In 2018, Fenleiting adopted “Urban Expressions” as its curatorial theme, not...
The weather turns bad on Thursday afternoon, with rain expected in some areas over the weekend. Be mindful of temperature fluctuations.
After five or six days of sunny weather, a frontal system approaches on Thursday the 15th, bringing brief showers or thunderstorms to all regions of Taiwan as well as Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu, with a chance of localized heavier rainfall. ...
It’s not just about strawberry picking at Dahu Lake—top 3 strawberry farms in northern Taiwan
You don’t have to go all the way to Dahu Lake in Miaoli to pick strawberries. Taipei’s Neihu District also offers sweet, large strawberries. The strawberry season in Neihu runs from December to May each year, with peak production between March and April. The Neihu Strawberry Festival is held at Baishihu Leisure Agriculture Area...
A Must-See for Coffee Lovers: Starbucks' 20th Anniversary "Happy Coffee Island" Special Exhibition in Taiwan
To celebrate 20 years of Starbucks in Taiwan and usher in a new chapter, Starbucks is hosting the "Starbucks Taiwan 20th Anniversary: Happy Coffee Island Special Exhibition" from March 17 to April 12 at Huashan 1914 Creative Park, inviting customers to...
Taiwan’s only Michelin three-star restaurant, Le Palais at Regent Taipei, is incredibly hard to book
Michelin today proudly unveiled the carefully curated list of the inaugural Taipei Michelin Guide, featuring a total of 110 restaurants that span 33 different cuisines. Among these 110 establishments, 20 have been awarded stars. In this first-ever...
Eating Sichuan spicy noodles in the Parisian countryside — Taiwan’s most European-style noodle shop
Located on a street in downtown Taichung, there’s a restaurant full of Parisian charm called “Chuan Laolao Paris Noodle Shop.” Its lavish decor and furnishings also exude a strong Gypsy vibe. Although it’s an exotic-looking eatery, what the shop offers...
Its level of luxury rivals Dubai – the world’s only 24K gold-clad 8-star hotel
Abu Dhabi is the largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates, boasting luxury architecture and attractions that are no less impressive than Dubai’s, including the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World, the world’s most opulent grand mosque, Ferrari World...
Lantern roads aren’t only in Arashiyama anymore — five kilometers of candlelit pathways are incredibly romantic
In addition to enjoying the spectacular views of Kyoto’s Arashiyama Lantern Road in winter, you can also witness beautiful lantern road scenery in spring. Every March, in the eastern part of Kyoto, after sunset, within the shrines, temples, and narrow alleys, starting from Seiryoji Temple at the foot of Mount Higashiyama...
Taipei Michelin Guide Announced！Full List of 20 Starred Restaurants
The highly anticipated Taipei edition of the Michelin Guide was unveiled at 13:00 on March 14th at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Regarded as the red bible of gastronomy, the Michelin Guide is highly valued by both industry professionals and consumers. A gala dinner was held on the evening of the announcement, and prior to the release, nine restaurants had already announced their invitations to the dinner, effectively declaring their selection as Michelin-starred establishments.
It's as beautiful as a painting—the new hidden gem of irrigation ponds resembles Cloud Mountain Water.
Taoyuan is known as the Land of a Thousand Ponds. The late director Chi Po-lin, when viewing the area from above during his lifetime, described it as resembling scattered crystals shimmering brightly. The Doumai Pond in Daxi District is a popular Instagram-worthy hidden spot, where the beautiful lake scenery...
Travel Taiwan with Hani – A Budget Luxury Tour with 4 Days, 3 Nights of Food, Accommodation & Attractions
The Korean variety show “Budget Luxury Tour” recently made a quick stop in Taiwan for a four-day, three-night filming session. The cast members planned the itinerary themselves, tasked with arranging the most luxurious experience possible within a set budget. The show’s cast includes Park Myung-soo, Kim Sung-min, Park Na-rae, Jung...
Meiji Japan's Industrial Revolution Heritage Sites Pilgrimage
Twenty-three sites related to the Meiji Japan Industrial Revolution were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015 under the title “Sites of Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution: Iron and Steel, Shipbuilding and Coal Mining...”
The Michelin Guide Taipei announces at least nine confirmed entries
The highly anticipated Michelin Guide Taipei edition was unveiled at 13:00 on March 14 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Regarded as the red bible of gastronomy, the Michelin Guide is highly valued by both industry professionals and consumers. An awards dinner was held on the evening of the announcement. Prior to the event, nine restaurants had already released news of their invitations to the dinner, effectively confirming their selection as Michelin-starred establishments.
Step into the Purple Flower Tunnel – Top 10 Wisteria Spots in Taiwan
Spring is the season of blooming flowers. Beyond cherry blossoms, the purple wisteria flowers, cascading like silky waterfalls, are also one of the stars of the floral season. Taiwan is home to many wisteria viewing spots, including Tamsui Wisteria Café, Alishan, Taoyuan, and more...
A breathtaking spectacle that appears only twice a year — Kyoto’s Tō-ryū-kan is like a dream
Tō-ryū-kan is a renowned maple-viewing spot in Kyoto. The garden’s lush trees dye the entire area in vibrant colors, while light filtering through the foliage creates a stunning “glass-like” glow inside. This dreamy scenery attracts both domestic and international tourists. Tō-ryū-kan...
Haagen-Dazs Pink Bus Check-in Hotspot: Cherry Blossom Ice Cream, a Seasonal New Flavor
The well-known ice cream brand Haagen-Dazs has once again launched two brand-new flavors this spring, including cherry blossom ice cream and lavender blueberry ice cream. Not only are the packages dreamy, but the flavors are also seasonally appropriate. The concept combines flowers with ice cream...
Three Must-Try Popular Queued Desserts for Spring Healing
As spring arrives and flowers bloom, sipping on coffee or tea paired with a sweet treat is a little slice of happiness. Recently, many popular queued desserts have launched brand-new dreamy creations. Whether it’s cool flavored...
For breathtaking views of sea of clouds and starry skies, head to these top five camping spots across Taiwan
Beyond choosing unique homestays or hotels for accommodation, why not try camping in the highlands? Not only can you immerse yourself in nature, but you’ll also be treated to sweeping panoramic views. During the day, enjoy the sea of clouds in the valleys...
Dreamy girly hearts bloom: Three cloud-themed desserts
Nowadays, dessert designs are becoming increasingly diverse. Many dessert shops are focusing not only on taste and flavor but also making appearance a key selling point. Recently, several well-known dessert shops have launched the latest cloud-inspired desserts...