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Travel in Taiwan: A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors
Travel in Taiwan with our complete first-time guide. Discover top attractions, best seasons, night markets & travel tips.
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Huashan 1914 Creative Park 華山1914文化創意產業園區: for art & culture lovers
While my Taiwan itinerary (particularly in Taipei) typically revolves around food, night markets, and more food, I always find it a joy to slot in visits to their creative stores and cultural places. One of my favourites in Taipei is none other than Huashan 1914 Creative Park (華山1914文化創意產業園區). The buildings at Huashan 1914 Creative Park…
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Zhongshe Flower Market 中社觀光花市: popular Taichung flower farm
I understand that experiences & reviews are wildly subjective. Yet, I couldn’t help but feel that our trip was a huge waste of time & effort.
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Lin Dong Fang Beef Noodles 林东芳牛肉面: Taiwan’s Michelin-approved icon
Other than some nitty gritty bits, I would say that it’s definitely worth getting your fix of Taiwanese beef noodles here.
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Yong He Soya Milk King 永和豆浆大王: go-to traditional Taiwanese breakfast
Many people in Taipei would head straight to famous breakfast shop Yong He Soya Milk King 永和豆浆大王, to get their breakfast sorted out.
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Smith & Hsu: amazing scones and tea selection in Taiwan
The sampling of tea leaves was a genuinely nice touch that I appreciated, and which I think many people visit Smith & Hsu for.
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Chun Shui Tang 春水堂: the Taiwan teahouse that invented bubble tea
The richness of the milk tea is what truly won us over. The thick, frothy milk was not too sweet, but flavourful enough to keep you addicted.
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Xiangshan (Mt Elephant): popular & easy hike in Taipei
The views from Xiangshan were really very spectacular, and I have to (begrudgingly) admit that the workout was considerably good.
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Shilin Night Market: overcrowded & overrated night market in Taipei
Shilin Night Market is one of my least favourite night markets in Taipei. Here’s why – and what you should eat here.
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3 Siblings Snow Ice 三兄妹雪花: must-eat shaved ice in Ximending
Their signature is none other than mango shaved ice. Taiwan has other notable shaved ice shops, but my favourite remains 3 Siblings Snow Ice.