Matsu Islands 2024 Travel Guide 馬祖列島懶人包 – More than Just Mazu
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Matsu Islands 2024 Travel Guide 馬祖列島懶人包 – More than Just Mazu

Matsu is a fun getaway just 45 min. by plane from Taipei; here you can find traditional stone villages, bioluminescent “blue tears,” wild sika deer, military museums, the world’s largest Mazu statue, a variety of local food, and much more to explore. Historical Background: Thousands of years ago, stone-aged peoples once inhabited the Matsu Islands. These…

2024 Guide to Penghu 澎湖英文旅游指南- Taiwan’s Ultimate Island Destination
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2024 Guide to Penghu 澎湖英文旅游指南- Taiwan’s Ultimate Island Destination

The Penghu Islands (澎湖英文)are the best island vacation getaway in Taiwan. Only an hour’s plane ride from Taipei, these islands provide multiple world-class beaches, as well as snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, and other water activities. In addition, there are lots of restaurants, interesting historical sights, and accommodation options on these islands. Overall it is an ideal…

The Complete 2024 Beitou Hot Springs Guide: Soak Like Royalty 北投溫泉英文指南
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The Complete 2024 Beitou Hot Springs Guide: Soak Like Royalty 北投溫泉英文指南

Beitou is Taiwan’s Premiere Hot Spring area (北投溫泉). Originally built by the Japanese on natural hot spring water flowing down from Yangmingshan, this area is now springing with hot spring baths, hotels, museums, hikes, restaurants, and more. It is one of the best day trips near Taipei. In this guide, we will tell you how…

Beitou Park 北投公園 – Discover Beitou’s Rich Japanese Hot Spring History
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Beitou Park 北投公園 – Discover Beitou’s Rich Japanese Hot Spring History

Beitou Park is a large park near Xinbeitou MRT Station with a hot spring river running through it. It is a nice place to enjoy natural scenery inside the bustling Beitou hot springs district. The park is also full of history, dating back to the Japanese area, and there are many interesting sites within the…

Beitou Hot Spring Museum 北投溫泉博物館 – Uncover Beitou’s Rich Japanese Legacy
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Beitou Hot Spring Museum 北投溫泉博物館 – Uncover Beitou’s Rich Japanese Legacy

Beitou’s Hot Spring Museum (北投溫泉博物館) was once the largest bathhouse in East Asia during the Japanese era, dating back to 1911. However, after its heyday, the bathhouse fell into disrepair. Now it has been renovated into a museum celebrating the hot spring history and culture in Beitou. It is a must-see if you visit Beitou.

Thermal Valley 地熱谷 – A Natural Wonder in Beitou You Can’t Miss
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Thermal Valley 地熱谷 – A Natural Wonder in Beitou You Can’t Miss

Thermal Valley (aka Geothermal Valley, Ghost Lake, Jade Spring Valley, or Hell Valley 地熱谷) is a bubbling and steaming turquoise pool, that is one of the sources of Beitou’s hot springs and one of only two green sulfur hot springs in the world. Here you can take a walk around the entire pool, enjoy the…

Beitou Museum 北投文物館 – Dive into the History and Culture of Beitou
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Beitou Museum 北投文物館 – Dive into the History and Culture of Beitou

The Beitou Museum (aka Taiwan Folk Art Museum 北投文物館) is a former Japanese-era Hot Spring hotel that has now been turned into a museum and art exhibition space in Beitou District of Taipei. The building also includes restaurants and great views of Beitou. It is a great place to enjoy the history and culture of…

The Best Hot Spring Hotels in Beitou 北投最佳的溫泉飯店英文介紹
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The Best Hot Spring Hotels in Beitou 北投最佳的溫泉飯店英文介紹

Wondering where to stay in the Beitou Hot Spring Area? There are so many hot spring hotels in this area, that it may be hard to choose from. There are many hotels within walking distance from the MRT station as well as museums and historical sites. There are also hotels that are more secluded and…