Places

30 Best Temples in Taipei & New Taipei City

I’ve lived in Taiwan for over 10 years, and I’ve always loved exploring and photographing the incredible temples of Taipei, ...
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List of Places that Are Closed in Taiwan Right Now (mid-2026)

When I first published this article, it had been a rough year for weather disasters in Taiwan, including the devastating ...
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20 Places to Visit in Taiwan that I’m Obsessed With

In this article, I’ve shortlisted my 20 favorite destinations in Taiwan. It wasn’t easy! After living in Taiwan for over ...
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Ximending, Taipei: Visitor’s Guide & Top Things to Do

Ximending has long been one of Taipei’s busiest and most trendsetting neighborhoods. It’s hugely popular with travelers, a center of ...
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30+ Things to Do in Hualien (besides Taroko Gorge!)

On on April 3, 2024, a massive earthquake struck Hualien on the east coast of Taiwan and severely damaged Taroko ...
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Is Taroko Gorge Open? What to Know for Visiting in 2026

At 7:58 AM on April 3, 2024, a massive earthquake struck Hualien county in Taiwan. Taroko Gorge suffered immense destruction, ...
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Taroko Gorge in 2026: How to Visit After the Earthquake

Taroko Gorge is Taiwan’s most spectacular natural attraction. The world’s deepest and largest marble canyon cuts its way through the ...
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BugCat Capoo in Taiwan: Shops, Cafes & Places to Visit

BugCat Capoo (貓貓蟲咖波) is one of Taiwan’s most recognizable homegrown cartoon characters. If you’ve traveled around Taiwan, you’ve probably seen ...
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Shilin Night Market: What to Eat & See

Shilin Night Market (士林夜市) was for many years the largest and most famous night market in Taipei. However, its popularity ...
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13 Best Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in Taipei

Taipei is an incredibly vegetarian-friendly city. No matter where you are in town, there’s always a vegetarian restaurant nearby. In ...
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Songshan Cultural and Creative Park: A Complete Visitor’s Guide

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park is a former tobacco factory turned design-focused arts and culture hub. It is Taipei’s largest ...
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Shida Night Market: Still Worth Visiting? Read to Find Out!

When I first moved to Taipei city in 2008, Shida Night Market (師大夜市) was one of the hottest night markets ...
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