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Every time the end of the month rolls around and you open your wallet only to find it empty — no surprises, no buffer — it really makes you want to cry (cries). All you can do is stay at home, being a couch potato with nowhere to go. But it’s such a shame not to go out on a rare sunny weekend~(shouting)
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The girl editors are here to solve your dilemma! We’ve scoured the Tamsui-Xinyi Line (MRT Red Line) for amazing little shops and super photogenic spots, so that you girls can enjoy a half-day trip worth boasting about on IG — all on the smallest budget possible!
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Energetic girls can head to Elephant Mountain and take in the entire bustling expanse of Taipei from above, soaking in the breathtaking, unobstructed view! Not only will the scenery make your friends jealous, but your amazing stamina will also be the highlight that impresses everyone~(The girl editor dies a little inside just thinking about hiking XD)
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All the stationery and creative goods in the shop revolve around the core concept of “travel” (hey girl editors, play us a song called “The Meaning of Travel” XD). With the deft hands of the shop owner, Meteor, Taipei’s European-style buildings and North Gate have been transformed into super cute postcards and luggage stickers. They’re perfect souvenirs for foreign visitors, and even the girl editor, who’s always roaming around Taipei, can’t help but impulse-buy.(laughs)
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In Chifeng Street, once famous for its blacksmiths, nestled within an old Japanese-Western style building, modern coffee meets aged wood to create a uniquely cozy vibe. It’s the perfect place to soothe your soul and awaken your senses. You’ll forget all about the noise and bustle outside, and feel nothing but peace.(/p>
Image source: Swallow Sparrow Secondhand Antique Furniture @Facebook
The furniture ranges from Nordic minimalism, American industrial style, to Japanese Zen aesthetics. But did you know Taiwan has its own unique furniture style too? The hallmark of Taiwanese furniture is its restrained beauty. Using techniques like woodturning and angled cutting, artisans craft simple yet elegant pieces without wasting wood.
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As Taiwan’s first green architecture library, Beitou Library sits amidst lush, verdant trees. In summer, sit by the window as the breeze blows, with a hint of green peeking through the blue sky, and enjoy a rare moment of nature in the city.(Remember not to disturb those studying here~ shhh)
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Besides that, there’s the “Tamsui Golden Waterfront” at Tamsui Station, “Guandu Nature Park” and the “Waterfront Bikeway” at Guandu Station... There are so many beautiful natural sights gifted to Taipei citizens, as well as unique indie shops where people work hard for a living, waiting for you girls to explore and discover!
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