Fujin Street (Hipster Village) is a unique shopping area and neighborhood in Songshan District of Taipei. It is known for its low-rise houses and tree-covered street that is full of tea houses, restaurants, and shops. It is a unique area of Taipei that has been preserved and basically unchanged since the post-WWII era. 🏯 Planning…
The Taipei Flower Market in Neihu is the largest flower market in Taiwan, and complements the Jianguo Holiday Flower Market, because it is only open on weekdays. The flower market is the oldest of its kind in Taiwan, but has been relocated from its original location. The flower market is now housed in a large…
Fork Cafe is a restaurant in Hsinchu Park that dates back to the Japanese Era. Now, it has been turned into a cafe, patrons here can enjoy amazing views of the park and the building’s historic architecture. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Hsinchu. 🏯 Planning your trip to Hsinchu?…
Taiwan gets a lot of rain, oftentimes torrential rain during the spring and summer months. This means that erosion and landslides happen quite often. In this blog, I would like to share some photos of recent landslides near my home in Nangang District of Taipei. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here are some…
Following a particularly deadly 2025 Typhoon Season, 2026 was much less dramatic, with only three major Typhoons and no landfalls. In many ways, it was a great Typhoon year; the reservoirs are mostly full, and there was minimal damage, which is a very good thing. In this blog, we will present a brief summary of…
Super Typhoon Champi was the thirteenth Typhoon and the fourth violent typhoon of the 2026 Pacific typhoon season. It made landfall in Japan and came very close to Northern Taiwan, looping off the northeast coast, before dissipating into oblivion. In this blog, we will share some memories of this storm and its impact on Taiwan.
Maolin District of Kaohsiung City is an amazing outdoor paradise and my favorite place in Taiwan. In this mountainous district of Kaohsiung, you can find waterfalls, streams, hot springs, butterflies, aboriginal culture, and great views, all by the roadside! Popular activities include swimming, hot spring bathing, river tracing, camping, and hiking. Please note I have also finished…
Wanshan Petroglyphs Park in Maolin District of Kaohsiung displays replicas of the earliest known rock carvings in Taiwan, dating back over 4,000 years. However, the real ones require a three-day trek into the mountains with three different permits, so it’s easier to just come to this park in Maolin and enjoy copies of the carvings….
Old Maolin （舊茂林 aka 得樂的卡 (Teredeka) aka Mangzai Village 「芒仔社」、aka Maya Village 瑪雅社）is was one of the original three villages of the Rukai Tribe in Maolin. Later, they abandoned it in the wake of an attack by Japanese police officers. Later, Maolin Village was relocated to its current location further down the Zhuokou River. The…
TSMC is the chip-making king of the world; however, few people know that you can visit their museum in Hsinchu at their headquarters. Even though the museum is small, there is plenty of interesting history and tech on display here, and the best part is it’s free! It is definitely worth a stop on your…
Typhoon Dolphin was the thirteenth storm, fifth typhoon and third violent typhoon of the 2026 Pacific typhoon season. It made landfall in China and dumped rain onto Northern Taiwan before dissipating into oblivion. In this blog, we will share some memories of this storm and its impact on Taiwan.
Typhoon Bavi was the ninth named tropical storm, third typhoon and second super typhoon of the 2026 Pacific Typhoon Season. It made landfall in The Northern Marianna Islands and China, but also ravaged Guam and dumped rain on Taiwan and The Philipines. In this blog, we will share some memories of this storm and its…
Tuku Peak is a scenic and beautiful hike in Taipei City, offering a panoramic view of East Taipei as part of the Gengliao Historic Trail. It is one of Taiwan’s lesser 100 peaks, and at 389 meters, it is the highest point in the Nangang District of Taipei City. Usually, the grass at the top…
Tianmu Historic Trail (aka water pipe road trail 水管路步道) is a short, fun hike with great views of the surrounding area. The trail was originally built by the Japanese to provide fresh water to residents below, and still includes a large Japanese-era water pipe and water station. Now it is a popular hike for locals…
Jinshan and Wanli are hidden gems for tourism in northern Taiwan. Here you can find beaches, hot springs, delicious food, amazing geological formations, and much more. There is something to do here every time of the year. Don’t skip this area of Taiwan during your next trip. 🏯 Planning your trip to Jinshan and Wanli?…
Dapeng Footbath Park (aka Dapengzutang Park 大鵬足湯公園) is a free outdoor public foot hot spring near Jinshan’s Xialiao Beach in New Taipei City. Besides soaking your feet in hot spring water here, you can also walk along a wetland nature trail that has access to the beach. It is definitely worth checking out. 🏯 Planning…
Pingxi District of New Taipei has some of the most popular attractions in Northern Taiwan. With a total of 7 stations along the Pingxi Railway Line (plus 2 if you count Ruifang and Houtong), there are endless places to explore, eat, hike, and enjoy Taiwan’s history, culture, and natural beauty all in one place. 🏯…
Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan’s widest waterfall, is a must-visit scenic spot near Shifen Train Station. Surrounded by restaurants and gardens, it offers stunning views. Shifen Old Street is renowned for sky lanterns and local cuisine, but the practice poses environmental concerns. The area’s history and rich tourism have evolved from its coal mining past.
If you only have a few days in Taiwan and you want to go somewhere outside of Taipei, you should definitely go to Taroko Gorge. On an island full of mountains, rainforests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko Gorge might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan. Taroko National…
Sadly, due to a recent earthquake, much of Taroko Gorge, Hualien’s most famous landmark, is no longer accessible to the public. However, the visitor’s center is still open, and the road through Taroko is still open three times a day if you have your own vehicle. In this blog, we will take you on a…
Songshan Airport is the closest airport to Taipei City, and conveniently lies within the city borders. The airport offers many domestic flights and flights to and from other countries throughout Asia. In this guide, we will show you the ins and outs of this airport and what services are available if you ever travel through…
Xinzhuang Old Street has it all (aka Xizhuang Temple Street or Xinzhuang Temple Street Night Market 新莊廟街夜市). Not only is it a historical commercial area dating back to the Qing Dynasty, but it is also a daytime shopping area, a night market, and the religious center of Xinzhuang District of New Taipei. This place is…
Nangang Tire Factory was once the industrial hub of Eastern Taipei in the late 1900s. However, as Nangang became a new revitalized area in Taipei City, the old industries were removed, and the Nangang Tire Factory was destroyed in about 2014. However, the Nangang Tire Factory Smokestack still stands today as a historical monument to…
Huashan 1914 Creative Park is a former industrial area in Taipei dating back to 1914 that used to produce wine and camphor, and is now an art and exhibition space. Here you can find lots of historical buildings, harking back to the industrial era of Taipei City. Now you can find endless art shows and…
Taipei is full of some of the best museums in Taiwan. Besides the National Palace Museum, there are dozens of museums in Taipei that can provide you with deeper insights into Taiwan’s unique history and culture. Hopefully, this list will give you some more ideas on where to visit during your next trip to Taipei. Depending…
