Yehliu is located in Yehliu Village, Wanli Township, Taipei County. It is a promontory that juts out into the sea, stretching about 1,700 meters in length, hence it is also known as Yehliu Cape, Yehliu Nose, or Yehliu Peninsula. Due to its shape, viewed from afar it resembles a pair of sea turtles slowly moving away from the shore, raising their heads and arching their backs as if about to swim, which is why it is also called Yehliu Turtles. Influenced by tectonic movements, deeply buried seabed sediments...
Baishawan Beach is located in Shimen Township, New Taipei City, nestled between the two capes of Lingshanbi and Fuguijiao. With a sandy shoreline stretching 1 kilometer, the beach is famed for its coarse, round, and dazzling white sands and crystal-clear waters. Situated at the heart of the North Coast Highway resort tourism route, Baishawan attracts countless visitors eager to play in the waves during summer holidays. …
The Chenghuang Temple has been the religious center of the Sanxia area since the mid-Qing Dynasty. As the entire temple structure follows traditional designs and was constructed with the involvement of skilled folk artisans, it features exquisitely carved beams and painted rafters, earning it the reputation of a “palace of folk art.” Covering an area of about 500 pyeong, the temple is adorned with intricate...
Gongbei Temple is one of the most renowned temples among the cluster of temples in Xizhi. Its exquisitely carved, multi-tiered roof is built along the mountainside, forming a hidden gem nestled among the lush cypress-covered hills. Traveling from Xizhi along the Xiwang Highway toward Hongnei, you’ll soon spot the Gongbei Temple archway. Follow the signs up the asphalt road, or take the shaded stone steps—both routes lead to the temple, with the latter being especially cool and pleasant.
The Eighteen Lords Temple is located on the road from Shimen to Jinshan. Though the temple is small in size, it enjoys extremely strong incense offerings, and especially at night, the sea of worshippers creates a spectacle rarely seen among temples in Taiwan. The origin of the Eighteen Lords Temple is quite legendary. It is said that during the Qing Dynasty, 17 wealthy gentlemen from Fuzhou once traveled together by boat to Mount Putuo to offer incense, but unfortunately, they encountered a shipwreck...
Fort San Domingo stands at the end of Tamsui’s main street, heading toward Tamsui District, perched atop a hill at the mouth of the Tamsui River. With a history spanning over three and a half centuries, it is the most historically significant building in Tamsui and a first-class historic site. Since ancient times, due to the strategic importance of Tamsui Port, the port’s sovereignty has changed hands repeatedly amid ongoing conflicts. Today, it has become…
Located in Wanli Township, Taipei County, adjacent to the Yehliu Scenic Area, Yehliu Ocean World sits on a peninsula jutting out into the sea about 15 kilometers northwest of Keelung, surrounded by a uniquely splendid natural seascape. This year-round marine park is the only dolphin performance venue in the country, with spacious seating that can accommodate 3,000 people. Every holiday...
• There are five major chocolate-themed exhibition areas where you can step into a world made of chocolate and make your own chocolate desserts yourself!
• Originally located in what was once Asia’s largest gold mining area, it showcases the history and culture of Jiufen. Attraction introduction: The Taiwan Gold Museum was renovated from the former office building of a metal mining company and now has three floors. The first floor is an exhibition hall featuring multiple themes such as “Tracing the Golden River of History” and “Big Gold Mound Outcrop”; the second floor also…
Introduction The Macao Museum of Art, under the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau, is located on Avenida Xian Xing Hai in the Macao Cultural Centre in the new reclamation area, and is part of the Macao Cultural Centre. It is the only museum in Macao dedicated to art and cultural relics, as well as the largest venue for visual art exhibitions in the city. The Macao Museum of Art was established on March 10, 1999...
Introduction Located on Calçada da Igreja in front of the Leal Senado. Also known as the Church of St. Dominic or Igreja da Praia, it is one of the most representative churches in Macau. Established in the 16th century by Spanish Dominican missionaries from the Catholic Church when they first arrived in Macau, it has a history of 400 years. Initially built with wooden partitions, it…
Introduction The Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre is a new attraction in Macau that combines sightseeing, fine dining, business, and adventure. The tower stands 338 meters tall, ranking as the tenth tallest freestanding building in the world. The tower’s interior is divided into an outdoor observation deck, a 360° revolving restaurant, an 180° sky bar, and the main observation level...
Highlights The mansion reflects Macau’s unique blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles, a must-see for architecture enthusiasts. Introduction Located at 79 Rua da Sé, the “Lou Family Mansion,” also known as “Jin Yu Tang,” is one of the residences of the wealthy Loo family in Macau. It was built around the 15th year of the Guangxu reign in the Qing Dynasty (1889) and is an extremely valuable example of traditional Chinese architecture in Macau…
Introduction Hac Sa Beach is a natural beach and a well-known natural bathing spot in Macau. The bay is semi-circular in shape, with a gentle slope and a vast sandy shore. Nearby lies a lush pine forest, along with ample parking space, bus stops, and various snack shops. Hac Sa Park is located near the entrance to the beach. The highlight of Hac Sa...
Introduction Guanyin Lotus Garden is one of Macau’s distinctive architectural landmarks, located on an artificial island opposite Avenida Dr. Sun Yat-sen in the New Port Area. It is the final piece in the Sino-Portuguese Friendship Monuments series. The Lotus Garden can be considered a Buddhist cultural center. The murals inside the garden were jointly created by two Macanese painters, Kwok Wun and Hu Ru. In order to...
Located in Senado Square, the Cathedral, also known as the "Great Church" or "Big Temple," has a long history. It was originally built in 1567 as a small wooden structure, which, after years of weathering, fell into disrepair. In 1849, the Catholic community raised funds for its reconstruction, giving the building its present outline. In 1937, the Cathedral underwent another renovation...
Introduction Macau Fisherman’s Wharf is the first theme-based comprehensive entertainment and tourism destination in Macau. Located along the coast of the Outer Harbour Reclamation Area, it covers an area of over 90,000 square meters. It integrates entertainment, shopping, dining, hotels, yacht marinas, and convention facilities, and is primarily divided into three sections: Ancient China, East Meets West, and Lisboa Pier. Ancient China…
Introduction The Holy House of Mercy is located in Senado Square. Established in 1569 by the first Bishop of Macau, Melchior Carneiro, it was dedicated to charitable and relief work, hence the name “Holy House of Mercy.” After its founding, the institution opened China’s first Western-style hospital, the Hospital da Misericórdia (also known as the Hospital of White Horse Street), and established facilities such as a foundling home, leprosarium, elderly home, and orphanage. The Holy House of Mercy…
Like the Macao Grand Prix Museum, the Wine Museum is located in the Tourism Activity Centre of the New Reclamation Area. It opened on December 25, 1995, and covers an area of 1,400 square meters. It is a venue rich in cultural, entertainment, and educational features. The Wine Museum is a museum situated within the Tourism Activity Centre in the New Reclamation Area of Macao,...
Like the Macau Wine Museum, the Macau Grand Prix Museum is located in the Macao Tourism Activity Centre at Avenida de Horta e Costa, Macao. It was built by the Macao government to commemorate the Macau Grand Prix and covers an area of nearly 80 square metres. The museum mainly exhibits a collection of items of commemorative value related to the Macau Grand Prix. In...