Follow the Masters to Shoot Taipei’s 12 Best Photography Spots Unveiled

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported
 
When traveling abroad, you often see “best photo spots” marked on squares or sidewalks near famous attractions, making it convenient for tourists to frame their shots. Starting this year, the Taipei City Government’s Department of Information and Tourism will also promote “best photo spots” at 12 major attractions across the city, includingBeimen (North Gate), Ximen Red House, Futa Street Western-style Building, Zhongshan Hall, Nishi Honganji Temple, Mengjia Longshan Temple, Liberty Square, Taipei Guest House, Presidential Office Building, National Taiwan Museum, Taipei Contemporary Art Museum, and Taipei 101Among these attractions, you can find the best photo spots.

Taipei has been a city for over 130 years. As Taiwan’s political, economic, and cultural center, numerous iconic buildings have been constructed here over the past 130 years. These include city gates and Longshan Temple built during the Qing Dynasty, as well as structures completed during the Japanese colonial period such as the current Zhongshan Hall, Ximen Red House, Presidential Office Building, and Taipei Guest House. The Taipei 101 building, which opened in 2004, even held the title of the world’s tallest building for five years, showcasing Taipei’s urban development and historical milestones.

With increasing international exchanges, Taipei has seen a growing number of foreign visitors and residents, boosting tourism. The Department of Information and Tourism has specifically selected 12 representative buildings along Taipei’s historical development axis from west to east. They invited internationally acclaimed photographer Kyo Ma, who has won multiple awards, to personally choose the best photo locations. The department has also installed “best photo spot” signs at these locations, making it easy for everyone—whether using a camera or smartphone—to capture stunning images of these architectural landmarks.

Additionally, the Department of Information and Tourism is organizing three “Modern Taipei Tour x SONY” themed photography tours, featuring three practical workshops on “photography techniques + street shooting + photo sharing” on January 23, 25, and 27. Participants will also visit the attractions for hands-on practice. During the event, anyone who uploads a photo taken at any of the 12 attractions can join the “Modern Taipei Tour Online Photography Exhibition” and stand a chance to win prizes such as a SONY α series camera.