Taiwan through the eyes of a Thai indie photographer, amazing even locals

By: Little Traveler

Sometimes living in a city for too long makes you forget its unique features, or even its beauty. The daily commute, food, and buildings you pass by every day become so familiar that you take them for granted—such fixed impressions are actually unfair to the place. Just like how a foreign photographer captured the unique residential features of Hong Kong, making everyone realize that... TaiwanHow does it feel? A Thai indie photographer shared photos taken during their trip toTaipeion a website, which went viral. Through the photos, one can truly feelTaiwan’sstrong cultural vibe.

1. TaipeiStreet alleys

When traveling toTaipei,everyone loves exploring alleyways where delicious food and charming shops are often hidden in old houses. But most people might just focus on using maps and addresses to find places, overlooking the fact that even within run-down streets and alleys, there are still scenes full of human warmth and local character.

2. Street-side specialty snacks

When visitingTaiwan,night market foods are a must-try—you keep going from one stall to the next without stopping. Perhaps you're just looking for the most indulgent or affordable treats. But through the photographer’s lens, scallion pancakes, bubble tea, and grilled squid aren’t just food—they reflect the care and dedication put into making them.

3. Elephant Mountain

Many people visitTaipeifor the first time and go straight to take a photo in front of Taipei 101. But it's actually quite hard to get a full shot of the building in the bustling Xinyi District. The photographer went up to Elephant Mountain, a small hill offering a view of Taipei 101, allowing you to temporarily escape the hustle and bustle and watch the sunset melt intoTaipei’surban skyline.

4. Shangyin Aquatic Products

If you’re inTaipeiand craving fresh seafood, you’ve probably heard of the place known as “Taiwan’s little Tsukiji”—Shangyin Aquatic Products. This large, multi-functional dining venue offers standing counters, barbecue, and a live seafood section. The salmon sashimi under the photographer’s lens may not look as vividly colorful as usual, but it still stirs up your appetite. Perhaps this is the difference between how a photographer sees things and how others take photos.Known as the "Little Tsukiji," this large-scale multi-concept dining venue features standing counters, grilled food, and a live seafood section. The salmon sashimi in the photos may not look as vividly colorful as usual, but it still stirs up everyone's appetite — perhaps that’s the difference between how photographers shoot it and how people actually see it.

5. Shilin Night Market, Yangmingshan

After Shilin Night Market, the next stop is Yangmingshan to enjoy the night view — an inseparable combination. This authentic travel itinerary from a Thai hipster feels especially relatable. Even though there are many tourists, the Shilin and JianTan areas remain irreplaceable in the hearts of many. It’s a great place to enjoy delicious food, have fun, and take inTaipeicity from above. How long has it been since you last had a piece of HaoDaDa chicken cutlet?

Actually, the places this Thai photographer visited might be similar to those most tourists go to, but through his lens, it feels like seeingTaipeiin a different light. I wonder howTaipeilooks through your eyes?

Image source:Jaite Painai

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