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Taipei - Perfect Fusion of Tradition and Modernity

Between the modern skyscrapers of Xinyi District and the century-old Longshan Temple, Taipeishowcases a unique blend of past and present. For young travelers from across Asia, this city has anurban rhythm similar to Tokyo and Seoul, yet maintains a distinctive Taiwanese warmth and humantouch.

Cultural Heritage

• National Palace Museum - World's largest collection of Chinese artifacts, famous Jadeite Cabbage and Meat-shaped Stone.

• Longshan Temple - Experience Taiwanese Buddhist-Taoist fusion culture.

• Dihua Street - Century-old traditional market, feel old Taipei's commercial culture.

Modern Landmarks

• Taipei 101 - Once world's tallest building, 89th floor observatory with 360-degree city views.

• Xinyi District - Asia's top shopping area, modern metropolitan atmosphere rivaling Tokyo's Ginza.

• Ximending - Taipei's Shibuya, youth pop culture hub.

Hipster Must

• Visits Huashan 1914 Creative Park - Renovated brewery, exhibitions, markets, independent bookstores.

• Songshan Cultural and Creative Park - Japanese architecture, design exhibitions, Eslite Spectrum.

Classic Old Streets

• Jiufen Old Street - Mountain town nostalgia, Spirited Away inspiration, teahouses overlooking the sea.

• Tamsui Old Street - Riverside sunset, Fort San Domingo, Agei delicacies.

Night Market Culture (Uniquely Asian)

• Shilin Night Market - Taiwan's largest, hotdog sausage in bun, fried chicken, stinky tofu.

• Raohe Street Night Market - Fresh-baked pepper buns, herbal pork ribs, spicy stinky tofu.

• Ningxia Night Market - Local favorite, oyster omelet, braised pork rice, pork liver soup.

Sun Moon Lake - Poetic Lakeside Paradise

• Features - Taiwan's largest natural lake at 748m elevation, mirror-like surface reflecting mountains, morning mists like fairyland.

• Must-Visit - Lake cruise, cycling lake trail, Wenwu Temple panoramic view, Ita Thao Pier for Thao indigenous cuisine.

• Best Time - October's crisp autumn, sunrise at dawn, sunset in evening most beautiful.

Alishan - Forest Railway in the Clouds

• Features - 2,2,216m elevation, century-old forest railway, thousand-year sacred trees, spectacular sunrise and sea of clouds renowned internationally.

• Must-Visit - Ride narrow-gauge train experiencing zigzag tracks, sacred tree groves, Zhushan sunrise platform, forest walking trails.

• Best Time - October's cool climate, high cloud sea probability, maple leaves beginning to turn.

Tainan - Taiwan's Ancient Capital

• Features - Taiwan's oldest city, rich Dutch, Ming Dynasty, Qing Dynasty historical sites, birthplace of Taiwanese street food.

• Historic Sites - Anping Fort (Dutch colonial fortress), Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia), Confucius Temple (Taiwan's first academy), Eternal Golden Castle.

• Signature Foods - Beef soup, danzai noodles, coffin bread, milkfish, squid thick soup, rice pudding, shrimp rolls.

• Hipster Spots - Shennong Street old houses, Blueprint Cultural & Creative Park, Hayashi Department Store (Japanese-era).

Kaohsiung - Harbor City Modernity

• Features - Taiwan's second-largest city, modern port city, thriving cultural arts development in recen years Pier-2 Art Center Renovated warehouse art space, large installations, cultural markets exhibitions and performances.

• Other Attractions - Formosa Boulevard Station (world's most beautiful subway station), Cijin Beach, Lotus Pond Dragon & Tiger Pagodas, Love River night views.

• Must-Eat - Liuhe Night Market, Ruifeng Night Market, Cijin seafood.

Taroko National Park - Marble Gorge Wonder

• Features - World-class canyon scenery, towering marble cliffs, rushing streams, pristine forests.

• Must-Visit - Swallow Grotto Trail, Tunnel of Nine Turns, Eternal Spring Shrine, Qingshui Cliff(900m coastal cliff).

• Important Notes - Hard hats required on some trails, watch for falling rocks, weekdays recommended to avoid crowds Access 30 minutes from Hualien City.

Taipei Food Highlights

• Michelin Recommended - Din Tai Fung (world-famous xiaolongbao, 18-fold craftsmanship), Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle (60-year-old stand-and-eat shop), Yongkang Beef Noodles (rich braised broth).

• Old Street Delicacies - Jiufen taro balls, herb cakes, fish ball soup | Tamsui Agei, fish floss, iron eggs.

Taiwan Must-Try Dishes

• Classic Snacks - Beef noodles, braised pork rice, oyster omelet, stinky tofu, bubble tea, salt and pepper chicken.

• Regional Specialties - Tainan beef soup, danzai noodles | Kaohsiung Liuhe Night Market.

• Souvenirs - Pineapple cakes, sun cakes, nougat, high-mountain tea.