Areas
Ximending – Full Guide and Map of the Best Spots to Visit
The vibrant Ximending is largely pedestrian only, and is packed with shops, food stalls and has great street art. […]
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Areas
Exploring the Beautiful Riverside in Tamsui (Ferry Times Included)
Located at the end of the red line, Tamsui has a long walk along the riverbank with many stalls and restaurants, and has the best sunset in Taipei. […]
Areas
Shop Until You Drop in the 14 Malls of the Xinyi Shopping District
If you want to spend the whole day shopping, by far the best area to visit is Xinyi (near Taipei 101). There are no less than 14 malls here connected by walkways, and no shortage of restaurants and bars. […]
Buildings
Visit the Magnificent Longshan Temple
One of the oldest temples in Taiwan, Longshan Temple was built during the Qing Dynasty in 1738. Parts of it have been rebuild many times, due to earthquakes and a bombing by the US air […]
Buildings
Travel Back in Time at the Lin Family Mansion
Often overlooked by visitors to Taipei, the Ben-Yuan Lin Family Mansion is a beautiful and tranquil property with stunning gardens. Formerly owned by a wealthy Taiwanese businessman, this is one of the few (and probably […]
Eat
Trendy and Tasty Brunches at Kuang’s Bistro
Kuang’s Bistro is located in Banqiao near a cluster of brunch and breakfast places. Although it’s a 15 minute MRT ride from Taipei Main, it’s worth the journey as they provide one of the best […]
Eat
Find the Surprise in Ay Chung Flour Rice Noodles
Found within the Ximending (Ximen) district, Ay Chung is a famous and extremely popular stall that serves only one thing – Flour Rice Noodles. It’s tucked away down one of the alleys in Ximending, but […]
Buildings
Exploring Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall: A Comprehensive Guide
The Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall is a shrine to the Republic of China’s National Father, Dr. Sun Yat-sen. Completed in 1972, it features a large auditorium and four floors of galleries and exhibition rooms, including one detailing […]
Eat
Hip Vegetarian Food at Herban Kitchen & Bar
Herban Kitchen & Bar is a restaurant tucked away down an alley in the popular Dunhua area of Taipei, but it’s certainly worth seeking out. Serving only vegetarian dishes, using only well-sourced and organic food, […]
Culture
Cheap Drinks and Live Bands at Revolver
If you happen to walk past Revolver during the day when it’s closed, it certainly doesn’t look anything special – but at night it comes alive. Located just across the road from the Chiang Kai-Shek […]