Taiwan Guide: 10 must-visit attractions
1. Visit the Taipei National Palace Museum, one of the four major museums in the world
There are 700,000 people in the Taipei National Palace Museum This collection can be called a treasure of Chinese culture and art. It is said that it will take 30 years for one person to see it! The most famous thing is the treasure of the Western Zhou Dynasty, "Xiaobaicai". Go straight to the 3rd floor to see it~ Recommended play time: half a day
Tickets:
1. Ordinary ticket NT$160; NT$80 for students from outside Taiwan with a student certificate
Free admission on Saturday nights.
Opening hours: Forbidden City Exhibition Hall: 9:00-17:00, open on Saturday night from 17:00-20:30. Open all year round.
2. Go to Eslite Bookstore in Taipei to read books and see beautiful women
Eslite Bookstore is the largest bookstore chain in Taiwan. It was established in 1989. The first store is located in Dunhua, Da'an District, Taipei City. South Road is open 24 hours a day, attracting many night owls to visit the bookstore late at night. It has also become an important cultural landmark in Taipei City. This is the first choice for Eslite Bookstore!
Address: Eslite Dunnan Store is located at No. 245, Section 1, Dunhua South Road, Daan District, Taipei City. The nearest MRT station is Zhongxiao Dunhua MRT Station.
Play time: 1-2 hours depending on mood
3. Go to Jiufen Mountain City and walk through the small town of Spirited Away
It is said that Miyazaki Many of the settings in Jun's "Spirited Away" were inspired by Jiufen, and the lively street scenes in the film were based on Jiufen Old Street. "City of Sadness" directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien was shot on location in Jiufen. There are also many film and television actresses taking photos here, and wedding photography also likes to choose this location. It is a must-visit for photography enthusiasts. The main scenery of Jiufen. Gather on Jishan Street, which is the busiest street in Jiufen. Local snacks such as taro and sweet potato, Jiufen’s first teahouse and Jiufen Cultural and History Studio are all located here.
Jiufen is the most charming in the evening. Although the messy buildings seem a bit crowded, this is the most distinctive landscape of Jiufen.
Famous delicacies: For example, taro balls, in addition to the original sweet potato and taro flavors, there are also special matcha, sesame and yam flavors, suitable for both hot and cold; fragrant and delicious taro cakes; The moderately salty and sweet Caozi Kueh contains plump shredded radish and shrimp; the red glutinous rice dumplings are filled with the traditional method and paired with a soft outer skin and special sauce; there is also brown sugar. Mochi, bean curd, lead-free preserved eggs and other delicacies.
Travel season: suitable for all seasons, it is recommended to visit for half a day to a full day
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1. Taipei area: Taipei, Keelung, Jiufen
2. Taichung area: Alishan, Sun Moon Lake, Qingjing Farm , Hualien
3. Southeast Taiwan: Kaohsiung, Kenting
There are so many places to visit in Taiwan, and there are various ways to play independently. It is inevitable that you will miss something in one visit. . Among countless large and small attractions, based on the quality, reputation of the attractions and the real feedback from tourists, we have selected the ones that you must experience. If you haven’t been there, you’d be embarrassed to say you’ve been to Taiwan!
Suitable travel time: All year round, the best time to travel is from September to November. These months are autumn in Taiwan. The weather is sunny and cool, and there are few typhoons. It is the best season for travel.
When traveling to Taiwan, you must have an understanding of its railways and MRT (subway). For detailed information, please refer to ?0?2 Taiwan Transportation Introductiongt; gt;
Route: Around Taipei - Around Taichung - Southeast Taiwan
Taipei around Taipei City - Keelung - Jiufen
1. Visit the Taipei National Palace Museum, one of the four major museums in the world
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The 700,000 collections in the National Palace Museum in Taipei are considered treasures of Chinese culture and art. It is said that it would take a person 30 years to see them all! The most famous thing is the treasure of the Western Zhou Dynasty Palace, "Xiaobaicai". Go inside and go straight to the 3rd floor to see it~ Recommended play time: half a day
Transportation: MRT: Take the MRT Tamsui Line to Shilin Get off at Zhongzheng Road and transfer to 255, 255 (shuttle bus), 304 Chengde Line, 304 Chongqing Line, Small 18, Small 19, Red 30 to the main entrance or gate square of the Forbidden City.
Bus: 213, 255, 304, small 18, small 19, red 30 to the Palace Museum Station.
Tickets:
1. Ordinary tickets are NT$160; students from outside Taiwan with a student certificate are NT$80.
Open on Saturday nights free.
Opening hours: Forbidden City Exhibition Hall: 9:00-17:00, open on Saturday night from 17:00-20:30. Open all year round.
Tips: There is a free WIFI application office on the left hand side of the entrance hall on the first floor of the National Palace Museum in Taipei. As long as you register your name, mobile phone number, passport or pass number, you can get a different WIFI account and password for each person (limited to Used on the same day), the Internet speed is very good.
2. Go to Eslite Bookstore in Taipei to read books and see beautiful women
Eslite Bookstore is the largest bookstore chain in Taiwan. It was established in 1989. The first store is located in Dunhua, Da'an District, Taipei City. South Road is open 24 hours a day, attracting many night owls to visit the bookstore late at night, and has become an important cultural landmark in Taipei City. This is the first choice for Eslite Bookstore!
The variety of books is very rich, and they also sell postcards and commemorative postcards that are very cost-effective. There are also many Taiwanese design books here, and of course there are also political books that are of great interest to mainlanders. ?0?2 In Eslite, I think the happiest thing is not seeing a lot of books, but seeing many beautiful women with temperament. Coming to Eslite is not just about reading. To some extent, the greater meaning comes from "being read". It is the only bookstore in Taiwan where people can come here to find romantic encounters.
Address: Eslite Dunnan Store is located at No. 245, Section 1, Dunhua South Road, Daan District, Taipei City. The nearest MRT station is Zhongxiao Dunhua MRT Station.
Play time: 1-2 hours depending on mood
3. Go to Jiufen Mountain City and walk through the small town of Spirited Away
It is said that Miyazaki Many of the settings in Jun's "Spirited Away" were inspired by Jiufen, and the lively street scenes in the film were based on Jiufen Old Street. "City of Sadness" directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien was shot on location in Jiufen. There are also many film and television actresses taking photos here, and wedding photography also likes to choose this location. It is a must-visit place for photography enthusiasts. The main scenery of Jiufen. Gather on Jishan Street, which is the busiest street in Jiufen. Local snacks such as taro and sweet potato, Jiufen’s first tea house and Jiufen Cultural and History Studio are all located here.
Jiufen is the most charming in the evening. Although the messy buildings seem a bit crowded, this is the most distinctive landscape of Jiufen.
Famous delicacies: For example, taro balls, in addition to the original sweet potato and taro flavors, there are also special matcha, sesame and yam flavors, suitable for both hot and cold; fragrant and delicious taro cakes; The moderately salty and sweet Caozi Kueh contains plump shredded radish and shrimp; the red glutinous rice dumplings are filled with the traditional method and paired with a soft outer skin and special sauce; there is also brown sugar. Mochi, bean curd, lead-free preserved eggs and other delicacies.
Visiting season: Suitable for all seasons, it is recommended to visit for half a day to a full day
Jiufen is very close to Taipei. It only takes about 1 hour one way. You can go back and forth on the same day, or you can stay in a homestay in Jiufen. , there are also many beautiful and quaint B&Bs in the area.
1. Take the Keelung Bus from Taipei MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station in the direction of Jinguashi, and get to Jiufen at Jiudao Station;
2. From in front of Keelung Railway Station, Take the Keelung Bus bound for Jinguashi and go to Jiudao Station to reach Jiufen;
3. From in front of Ruifang Railway Station, take 825 to Jiudao Station to reach Jiufen.
4. Visit the colorful night markets and enjoy delicious food like an authentic Taiwanese
Taiwan’s night markets are bustling with people from noon to early morning, and star-like snack vendors are always on hand, ranging from steaks to From Teppanyaki to oyster omelette, Cantonese porridge, and stir-fried squid, there is a dazzling array of snacks from all over the country, attracting many gourmets to come and feast their appetites. Rich snacks, various fashionable clothes, records and groceries, coupled with the huge crowds, exude a lively atmosphere.
5. Go to Ximending to experience the prosperity of Taipei
Some people say, "If you don't visit Taipei City, you don't know the prosperity of Taiwan; if you don't visit Ximending, you don't know the bustle of Taipei." Ximending is a gathering place for the new generation of popular culture. Among them, the "Ximending Movie Theme Park" can be visited, and it is also a place where a large number of delicious food gathers! It is said that Brigitte Lin was discovered by a talent scout here, and many men and women with dreams of becoming stars came here to realize their dreams. Moreover, singers perform live and sign autographs here all year round.
6. Visit the cats in Houtong Cat Village
One of girls’ favorite attractions! There are hundreds of cats here. Due to the decline of the coal industry here, the harmonious existence of residents and cats has not only remained unchanged, but also after the active development of tourism here, an important cat-themed landmark has been formed. Therefore, it attracts many cat lovers to visit every holiday. Even Houtong Station has a statue of the cat conductor and related themed products.
Transportation: First go to Taipei Main Station (note that the train station and bus station of Taipei Main Station are not in the same place), and take the train to Ruifang. The train ticket price is about NT$45 per person. You need to reverse the train in Ruifang. If you want to visit more attractions, you can buy a one-day tour ticket from Pingxi to Qingxi at Taipei Main Station for NT$45 per person.
Tour time: 1 day
7. Visit Keelung’s cultural harbor
The sightseeing cruises in Keelung Port are a major feature here. Zhongzheng Park, located halfway up the mountain, overlooks the urban scenery of Keelung. Xiandong Rock is a wonderful geological landscape. The Shiqiuling Tunnel is the earliest train tunnel in Taiwan. Together with the Haimen Natural Barrier, it records the ups and downs of Keelung. Waimushan Seaside Trail is a good place to enjoy the sea view of Keelung. When you come to Bisha Fishing Port, you can taste all kinds of seafood. Dianjiguan, a temple with a long history, is dedicated to the Holy King of Kai Zhang. The overall architecture is majestic and gorgeous, and the temple snacks here are famous throughout Taiwan. If you come in August, you can see the famous "Zhongyuan Festival".
Travel time: 1-2 days
8. Take the mountaineering train to see the sunrise, sea of ??clouds and Sun Moon Lake in Alishan
In addition to the sacred trees and cherry blossoms in Alishan The four major scenic spots, sea of ??clouds and sunrise, as well as the fifth wonder of Alishan - the forest train are famous all over the world. Because the mountain is steep, the train moves in a rare Z-shape, which is very strange. Next to the train station next to Fenchihu Lake is the tallest old street in Taiwan, which sells the famous Fenchihu bento and train cakes. You must try them in person. A trip on the Alishan train will definitely be an unforgettable memory.
In fact, the most important thing to see in Alishan is the sunrise and the sea of ??clouds, and tour groups can hardly arrange to see the sunrise, so it is recommended to travel independently. When you go there in March and April, you can take a small train while watching the cherry blossoms all over the mountains, which is very romantic!
Suggested itinerary: Take the earliest high-speed train from Taipei to Chiayi, and then take the Alishan train from Chiayi up the mountain. Just get off the train at Alishan Station. There are many B&Bs nearby. In the afternoon of the first day, you can see the sacred trees of Alishan (there are two main walking trails). The next morning, you can take a ride from Alishan Station to Zhushan Station to watch the sunrise, and then go on another walking trail in the Shenmu District. Then take the shuttle bus to Sun Moon Lake at noon. There are only two shifts a day. It takes about four hours to get from Alishan to Sun Moon Lake.
Alishan Tickets: Holidays: NT$200; Non-Holidays: NT$150 Opening Hours: 8:00-18:30
Sun Moon Lake Tickets: NT$100 Opening Hours: All Day
9. Go to Taichung Qingjing Farm to experience Taiwan’s little "New Zealand"
Cingjing Farm has fresh air and flowers everywhere, and is known as the "Peachland above the Fog". During the summer, Taiwanese locals like to go to the mountains and farms to escape and relax. The green grassland is the biggest selling point of Cingjing Farm. It is surrounded by peaks. When the sheep on the grassland appear, it makes people feel like they are in New Zealand!
Recommended travel: The average cost per person for one day (including travel expenses, tickets, accommodation, meals) is around 600 RMB
10. Go to Hualien to go whale watching and experience aboriginal culture