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Mar 8, 2010, My Top Taiwan Pictures! 30 Stunning Photos and Images!

30 Amazing Taiwan Pictures! I've spent the past ten years taking pictures around Taiwan. Check out photos of Chinese dragons, Taiwanese girls, Taipei, Chinese culture

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Mar 4, 2010, Visit Taiwan's Most Beautiful, Exotic Beaches in Kenting.

You have to visit Taiwan's southernmost part! Kenting National Park has long, white sandy beaches. Amazing tropical paradise! Great travel destination year-round!

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Oct 26, 2009, Discover Taichung, Travel Tips, Tons Of Pictures

Beautiful Taichung! Find out why more and more foreigners cometo Taiwan's third largest city... and never leave! Cool travel info, amazing pictures, temples, museums...

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Oct 7, 2009, Why Taiwan? Reasons Why I've Lived Here For So Long.

Taiwan is one of the best places I've had the chance to travel to. Here are some of the reasons why I've stayed here for so long. I'm now making a travel website on the island.

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Aug 30, 2009, Baguashan, Changhua

Having lived in Changhua City for three years, and having become used to the hustle and bustle that is Changhua, I often used to go up Baguashan for a

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Aug 25, 2009, Is Taiwan Part of China? No, It's Not! 8 Undisputable Facts!

Is Taiwan part of China? The following 8 undeniable facts should prove you that Taiwan is not a province or a territory that belongs to China. Why is Taiwan called Chinese Taipei at the Olympics?

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Aug 10, 2009, Typhoon Taiwan - Words of Advice From an Expat! Pictures!

Typhoon Taiwan - Taiwanese Secrets Tips and info. When is the typhoon season? What are the worst places to be on the island. Why Taiwanese kids love typhoon days. Lots of flood pictures, landslide, a hotel in a river.

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Jul 29, 2009, Top Taichung Restaurants - Listed By Nationalities

Find the best Taichung restaurants and dining experiences. We only recommend places we truly like and go back to again and again. The city is a true gourmet paradise...

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Jul 20, 2009, Taiwan Climate and Weather - Taiwanese Secrets - Photos - Chart

Taiwan Climate Info. When people ask me: Why have you been living in Taiwan for so long? my answer usually mentions the island's climate. The warm weather typical to our beautiful Formosa means you can wear shorts and sandals almost year-round.

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Jul 14, 2009, Shopping in Taichung, Taiwan - Nightmarkets, Attractions

Shopping in Taichung, Taiwan. Check out our shopping map and find the biggest nightmarkets in town, bookstores with English titles, traditional Chinese markets, jade markets and more. Taichung City pictures...

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Jul 9, 2009, Is Taiwan A Country? Is Taiwan Part of China?

Is Taiwan a Country? is a question you'll never find a clear answer to. Taiwan has pretty much everything needed to be a country. It has its own money, visas... Taiwan is a democracy. China is not.

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Jun 3, 2009, Climb Mt. Cilai (Qilai Shan) in Central Taiwan - Taiwan Hiking Secrets

Hiking Mt. Cilai (Qilai Shan) in Central Taiwan is an incredible adventure! This exhilarating climb takes you through some of the most dramatic alpine scenery there is on the island. Pictures, trail description, maps, transportation, tips...

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May 13, 2009, Kaohsiung Restaurants - Best Places To Eat in Kaohsiung, Taiwan

A list of good restaurants in Kaohsiung. Follow our recommendations, check out reviews, maps and pictures. Tons of dining options, Chinese, Taiwanese, French, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Indian...

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May 11, 2009, Lugang - Old China in Modern Taiwan

Lugang - also spelled Lukang - is where you want to go if you're interested in ancient Chinese traditions and old Taiwanese culture. Check out the temples, museums and little back alleys...

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May 11, 2009, Lugang Restaurants and Food Reviews - Taiwanese Secrets Picture Guide

Finding good Lugang (Lukang) restaurants isn't too hard. There are markets, food stalls (tons of them), tea shops and cafes everywhere around the main touristic areas. Sample some of the best places to dine around town with us!

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May 4, 2009, Taichung Nightlife - Time To Get Naughty!

Taichung nightlife scene won't let you down. There is something for all tastes... Huge KTVs where you can sing old classics, hip lounge bars, modern night clubs, beerhouses and places that specialize in live music.

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May 3, 2009, Finest Taichung Cafes and Coffee Shops Revealed! - Taiwanese Secrets

Taichung cafes and coffee shops are better than almost anywhere else in Taiwan. Take a little time out of your day to relax and drink a good latte, read a book and meet other coffee lovers in beautiful sunny Taichung.

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May 3, 2009, Our Favorite Taipei Restaurants - Listed By Nationalities - Taiwanese Secrets

Find Taipei Restaurants. What kind of food do you want to eat? Chinese, Italian, French, Japanese? Taiwan's amazing capital has no shortage of dining options. Check out our city menu, reviews, pictures, restaurant maps, city guide...

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Apr 28, 2009, Visit Sanyi Attractions - Taiwanese Secrets Photo Travel Guide

Sanyi is not only Taiwan's woodcarving capital. The town is set in a gorgeous mountain setting and offers good hiking and cycling. Find attractions, Hakka culture, an old train station, the remains of a bridge built in 1905, pictures...

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Apr 25, 2009, Moving Chinese Gods - Taiwanese Secrets

Moving Chinese Gods. There's nothing more fascinating than watching a traditional Chinese ceremony like this one. Giant Chinese puppets walk through raging firecrackers. Check out our colorful Chinese Gods pictures.

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Apr 21, 2009, Tainan Restaurants - Dine in the Old Capital

Finding good Tainan restaurants is easy. From old-school outlets that serve authentic regional specialties, to a legion of humble street stalls, the city has plenty of options to turn your food cravings into reality.

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Apr 20, 2009, Taichung Swimming Pool - Welcome to Meiyi!

Welcome to our favorite Taichung swimming pool. There's simply no better place in town to relax and enjoy the sun on a hot, sticky summer day. Grab your bathing suit, chill under palm trees on a lounge chair or in the jacuzzi. Fitness room, sauna...

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Apr 15, 2009, Tainan City In 50 Colorful Pictures!

Tainan City is probably the most absorbing place in Taiwan. Taiwanese Secrets Photo Gallery shows you the best attractions around the old Taiwanese capital. Temples, forts, restaurants, Chinese dragons...

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Apr 15, 2009, Magnificient Tainan City - 12 Must-See Attractions!

Top 12 Tainan Attractions takes you on a photographic journey around Taiwan's old capital. Taiwanese Secrets helps you prepare your trip, visit temples, find restaurants, watch Taiwanese opera, witness ancient Chinese ceremonies...

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