When I first visited Taipei City, back in 2000, I was expecting just another boring, grey Asian metropolis without a soul. At that time, I had no idea that Taiwan’s capital was home to some of the best museums and memorials in Asia. And I’m not the only one who’s had misconceptions about Taiwan’s capital city. […]
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Taipei Backpackers Guide
Discover Taiwan’s beautiful capital city without blowing all your cash away! Crucial advice for Taipei backpackers from someone who’s traveled on the cheap in Taiwan’s capital for more than 12 years. Let me show you the cheapest places to sleep, eat, and have a drink. I still travel to Taipei City by bus or train, as a backpacker, […]
The Taipei 101 Tower
Visit Taiwan’s Treasured Skyscraper The Taipei 101 Tower – A True Giant! At 509.2 meters (1,670 ft) tall, the Taipei 101 Tower is one of the world’s tallest buildings and is Taiwan’s treasured skyscraper. Taipei 101 is named for its 101 above-ground floors, but it is also sometimes referred to by its original name, the Taipei Financial […]
Visit the Taipei 101 Building
The Taipei 101 Tower offers one of the most stunning view in the world! When you get to Taipei, the most obvious landmark is Taipei 101 – the second-largest building in the world, named after the 101 floors it contains, dwarfs the otherwise low-flying skyline. The building is a symbol of Taiwan’s development, and the […]
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei
Sun Yat-sen, is seen as the father of modern China. With its classical Chinese palatial architecture and giant, orange roof, the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei is one of the most iconic buildings in Taiwan and a real treat for photographers. Dedicated to Sun Yat-sen, popularly referred to as the “father of the country”, […]
SPOT Taipei Film House
Wanna watch movies in Taipei but don’t feel like going to a big theatre? Head for the SPOT in Taipei! Set up and managed by world-famous Taiwanese director Hou Hsiao-Hsien, the Taipei SPOT Film House is where many of Taipei’s film buffs go to see a wider range of independent and foreign films than what […]
Nightlife in Taipei, Taiwan
It’s midnight, and there’s more than night markets in the beautiful capital city of Taiwan Korner (Inside The Wall) The favorite nightclub for many expatriates living in Taipei, it is the only one where you can hear alternative dance music (minimal, tech-house, drum and bass). Unlike other venues, it is rather down-to-earth and not strict […]
Shopping in Taipei
This guide to shopping in Taipei will show you the best districts in the city to buy, browse, or binge! Taipei is a shopper’s dream, with its multitude of department stores, markets and little alleyways that snake around filled with boutiques and shops. The Taiwanese are a fashionable bunch, so it is never difficult to […]
Shilin Night Market, Taipei, Taiwan
Welcome to my Shilin Night Market Guide! If you visit Taipei, in northern Taiwan, you’ll definitely want to head to Shilin for a night of shopping and eating! If you are uncomfortable with crowds, you can skip this page: Shilin Market in Taipei really gets crowded on weekends. Book a cheap hotel in Taipei City today! […]
My Favorite Taipei Attractions
This Taipei travel guide will help you to discover the best Taipei attractions. The city has world class Chinese temples, art and history museums, and some of the coolest (and biggest) night markets in Asia. Visit Taipei Attractions – Some Favorites Taipei 101 Building When you get to Taipei, the most obvious landmark is Taipei […]
Weather in Taipei, Taiwan
Information about the weather and climate of Taipei City, in Northern Taiwan Most expatriates agree – the weather in Taipei, Taiwan can be pretty disagreeable. At the time of writing this article, the weather in Taipei is gorgeous. Sunny, no clouds in the sky, and cool-but-not-cold, warm-but-not-hot 26 degree Celcius. Taipei = Hot + Humid […]
Yangmingshan National Park in Taipei, Taiwan
Hot Springs, hiking, relaxation… Yangmingshan is Chinese for something like “Bright Sun Mountain”, and it’s deserving of the name; catching a sunset here is breathtaking. There are a ton of hiking trails throughout the National Park’s area; if you are looking to hike be sure to check out the high-resolution area map that is provided on the official website. […]
List of Night Markets in Taipei City, Taiwan
On this page, you can find a list of the main night markets in Taipei City. If you visit Taiwan, you’ll most likely end up spending a few days in Taipei. And chances are that if you spend some time here, you’ll be looking for something cool to do at night. In such a huge, […]
Visit the National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei’s National Palace Museum is arguably the “must-see” of Taipei, particularly for those who have a penchant for history. While many Westerners may have never heard of it, it’s treasured as one of the most valuable testaments to the glories of Asian culture. The National Palace Museum of Taipei holds one of the world’s largest collections […]
Massage in Taipei
My favorite place for getting a massage in Taipei is called the Golden Love Sauna. Here are some reasons why I love this place: The rooms, beds, pools, saunas, and other facilities are always clean. People who work there, from the receptionists to the masseuses, are all very nice and friendly. It’s one of the only […]
Visit Maokong in Taipei
Maokong is a region southeast of Taipei City, and is famous mostly for high-quality tea farming. A trip to Maokong is perfect if you’re looking to kick back and experiment with some unique flavors and varieties of the drink that put Chinese culture on the global map in the 17th century. Find the best Taipei hotel […]
Visit Longshan Temple in Taipei City, Taiwan
Longshan Temple (龍山寺 lóng shān sì) must be on your list of places to visit in Taipei. If you don’t, it’s like visiting Paris and missing the Eiffel Tower. Visiting Longshan Temple is a great way to feel like you are removed from the city life throughout the rest of Taipei. I have visited more […]
Visit Danshui in Taipei County, Taiwan
Danshui, also Romanized as Tamsui, is a kind of small city north of Taipei, and lies along the Danshui River. It is a favorite destination of Taipei folks who are desperate to get out of the city center for a day or a weekend. Book your hotel in Danshui before you go! Danshui Attractions Probably […]
Culture in Taipei, Taiwan
Discover Chinese culture in Taipei! Understand why Taiwan’s capital is one of the most vibrant cities in Asia! Language in Taipei The official language of Taiwan is Mandarin Chinese (guo yu). It’s the language that’s the most commonly used at work, school, and in official spheres. It is by far the most helpful language to learn […]
Confucius Temple in Taipei, Taiwan
The Taipei Confucius Temple was built by the Qing Dynasty in 1879, to be a place of education and to teach the tenets of Confucianism. If you get a chance to be in Taipei around fall, head to the temple on September 28, the traditional birthday of Confucius. Seeing a birthday celebrated in solemn dance for […]