Taiwan family trip

Located in central Taipei and completed in 1987, National Theater and Concert Hall are Taiwan's primary national performing arts venues. The architecture displays an array of Chinese elements - golden roof, red walls, and multi-colored arches. Inside, the pipe organ in its main performance hall was the largest of its kind in Asia when installed in 1987. read more »

Wu Fen Pu is definitely the place that all ladies must visit. It is a well-known place where you can find all kinds of fashionable clothing and accessories at low rates. There are many wholesalers from other countries as well who will have their stocks taken from Wu Fen Pu. read more »

Gongzheng Steamed Bun Shop is a famous bun store that operates 24 hours a day. Unlike other bun shops, the steamed buns are made on the spot. Therefore the buns are fresh! The reason why this store is so famous is because the steamed bun has a thin outer layer and an abundance of the juicy filling. read more »

White, fluffy sheep peacefully grazing on rolling green hills make the Cingjing Recreational Farm in Datong Village one of the most beautiful spots in all Taiwan. Apart from being an ideal location for wedding photo shoots, it is also one of the most popular spots in the area to enjoy camping outdoors. read more »

十分瀑布 also known as Shifen waterfall is located in new, Taipei Pinghsi District Nanshan Village, Heping Stream station between the railway extension of Houtong station. It is a very scenic area which originally meant "10", ten people close co-operation in the construction of homes, and the actual location is a very scenic area on a tributary of the Keelung River. One of the scenic spots is the waterfall, and the Keelung River is the northern part of the largest and longest river and near the source of erosion cutting the terrain relationship, resulting in many fault rocks, and after these faults and rocks, the river flows faster and caused many waterfalls wonders. read more »

Shida Night Market is a very populated market in northern Taiwan and popular among the local as well as the international students. In Shida Night Market, you can easily find compact appliances, stationeries, accessories and postal supplies, together with other practical stuff that you will need for your new apartment. Since it is located near a university, there are several bookstores and stores in the vicinity as well. read more »

As the largest zoo in Asia, the Taipei Zoo is a leader in conservation, research and education. It is also a great place for recreation, with numerous animal exhibits including Formosan Black Bears, Giant Pandas and King Penguins. A visit here is guaranteed to be both enjoyable and educational for the whole family. read more »

Located on Jao Ho Street in Taipei 600 meters in length, the Raohe Street used to be a central business district due to its favourable location and highly accessible transportation. Over the years, however, with the improvements in transportation means, Raohe Street has become a secondary road and business therefore went downhill. In response to this, the government set up Raohe Street Night Market in 1987 and it is now ranked the second most popular tourist night market in Taipei. read more »

Yehliu Scenic Area is recognised for its wide selection of distinctive rock formations that are formed over the decades of continuous sea erosion. The famous ones would include that of the Queen's Head, the Fairy's Show and the Candle Rock etc. Unique rock formations can only be found in Yehliu Scenic Area as no other place would have similar rock formations by the respective processes of hydraulic action, attrition, abrasion and solution in the process of sea erosion. read more »

Located on the southern part of Taiwan, Maolin National Scenic Area offers a picturesque landscape, consisting of majestic mountains and three major rivers that weave through the mountains and form stunning geological landforms such as waterfalls, river valleys and cliffs, as well as a meandering river landscape. The tropical climate found at Maolin National Scenic Area, with its abundant rainfalls and warm climate, is very conducive for the development of a variety of flora and fauna, resulting in a rich biodiversity. It is especially ideal for butterflies typical marine tropical climate and monsoon influence the weather as well. read more »

Rated as 'most charismatic' night market in Taiwan, it is also the largest night market in Taipei. It is a favorite among the locals as well as tourists. Widely famous for it's wide variety of snacks, ranging from local delights such as the Sausage Wrapped in Glutinous Rice to Shilin Super Size Huge Chicken Cutlet and Shilin Sausage. read more »

The largest lake and the pearl of central Taiwan, Sun Moon Lake is a stunning water body that is surrounded by green mountains. The eastern part of the lake has a shape as round as that of the sun while the western part is curiously shaped like a crescent moon. Hence, the name Sun Moon Lake. read more »

Waters, mountains, clear open skies! Taroko National Park is one of the most raved about national parks in Taiwan! Besides its lush greenery and near-perfect scenery, it is also home to a number of attractions within the park. These include the beloved Swallow Grottos (燕子口) and Wenshan Hot Spring (文山溫泉). Feast your eyes upon the great natural wonders that is the Tunnel of Nine Turns Trail (九曲洞步道), Baiyang Trail (白楊步道), and Shakadang Walkway (砂卡礑步道) to name a few. read more »

Situated at the mountains of outskirts of Taipei, Shi-Yang Culture Restaurant is interestingly a popular place to dine. Most of the time, you are required to book at least 2 months in advance due to its popularity. With the high popularity, Shi-Yang Culture Restaurant certainly will leave a lasting impression on your dining experience. read more »

Yangming Shan is a major tourist attraction in Taipei. Apart from offering spectacular views of the surrounding area, the mountain also features the Yangming Park, which contains a famous flower clock that plays music on the hour. Visit during the spring and summer months to catch the beautiful flowers on the mountain all in bloom. read more »

Volando Urai Hot Spring Resort has the top luxurious hot springs, with the best ambience and environment you can enjoy and the services at their top quality. Pamper yourself by the high quality services and warm hospitality from the staff while you appreciate the fine decorations within the resort. Volando Urai Hot Spring Resort when seen from a distance, is breathtaking as well, luring you to come on in and have the time of your life. read more »

No matter how fantastic a facility may be, there is one thing that can either make or break your trip. That is, service. Grand View Resort has one of the best services in terms of both staff and facilities. read more »

A popular spot for the younger crowd with a lot of entertainment avenues like movie theatres, Karaoke lounges, hair salons, shopping malls and street performances. Touted as one of the most popular tourist spots, it is known as a shopping paradise. During holidays and weekends, locals gather here for art and culture events, sports events and music performances. read more »

A small town to the north of Taiwan, Pingsi is a place to go to experience a relaxed pace of life with little or no business atmosphere. Having no lack of food, visitors will not go hungry while walking between iconic landmarks such as the railway track where "Junya little sister" was filmed as well as the Guan Yin Yan and the Eight immortals cave. Tourists from around the world come to this popular travel destination to observe the annual Sky Lantern Festival where lanterns are released into the sky as a tradition. read more »

Ah San Meatball remains as one of the most famous Taiwanese meatball stalls in Changhua. Here, delicious meatballs are specially stuffed with ingredients such as duck eggs and whole scallops. Apart from meatballs, this stall is also known for its soup menu, which includes treats like bone marrow soup, pork ribs soup, pig stomach soup and bitter gourd soup. read more »

Praised, craved and tried by many people from all over the world, the Hualien Memorable Railway Bento Box is one of a kind in which you actually get to try local-flavored bento boxes that are sold at Hualien Train Station itself. The local-flavored bento boxes are sold at Hualien Train Station. The Hualilen Memorable Railway Station Bento Box consists of high quality rice, known as the Fu-li rice (富麗米) and meat of superior standard in Hualien. read more »

If you're searching for delicious Taiwanese cuisine, Shinyeh Restaurant is the place to go. Shinyeh is famous for it's home-cooked Taiwanese dishes, a must-go for visitors in Taiwan. Being reasonably priced, patrons can savour a variety of Taiwan dishes that are available. read more »

Taipei 101 is one of the tallest building in the world, housing luxury brand shops on the lower floors like Louis Vuitton, Dior and Celine. On its 89th storey, there will be an Indoor Observatory where you will be greeted with a breathtaking view of Taipei. Similarly at the Outdoor Observatory on 91th storey, visitors will be able to have a 360-degree view of the city around Taipei 101. read more »

Located south east of Taipei, the old street of Shenkeng in New Taipei City is famous for its food, especially its wide variety of tofu (豆腐), including the famous Taiwanese stinky tofu (臭豆腐). Here, one can also find The Yen's Workshop, which has become famous for its unique Tofu Ice-cream. read more »

Set amidst the famous Alishan Forest Recreation Area, the Alishan Ho Fong Villa Hotel offers guests breathtaking views of the surrounding National Scenic Area and easy access to its numerous natural wonders. The hotel offers state-of-the-art furniture and facilities, and ample space to make your stay a comfortable one. There are also many things to do around Alishan Ho Fong Villa Hotel including exploring the wilderness and visiting the 3000 year old sacred Alishan Tree. read more »

9 Plus Hot Spring Hotel is a traditionally built Chinese structure filled with precious art masterpieces. Famous for its hot springs, it creates a wonderful combination of illusion and reality all at the same time. The prices are reasonable, rooms are of spic and span conditions, with quality service and hospitality. read more »

Spa Spring Resort is possibly the grandest of all hotels in Beitou. Rooms are beautifully furnished with unique wallpapers and curtains that block out light so that you can enjoy a good sleep in! With curtains drawn, rooms are light-filled and spacious. There are 7 different types of rooms to choose from, from Standard, to Luxury, and the Specials. read more »

Pacific Wellness Spa & Club is a hotel located in the borders of Taipei. It is most unique for the hot springs within the guest rooms. The bathrooms are well designed Japanese style, complete with the raised floor and tatami mats. read more »

Situated nearby Xindian MRT station, Bitan is a place ideal for barbecuing, canoeing, fishing, rowing, and exploring the natural environment. A place to get in touch with nature and at the same time carry out some recreational activities, it is perfect for families and trips involving friends. With the influence of an idol drama that was filmed here, 'With A Kiss 1 & 2'《惡作劇之吻 1&2, this beautiful place has become a famous wedding photo shooting spot, since it was where the main leads filmed their dating scenes and wedding venue. read more »

Hotel Royal Chiao Hsi is a renowned hot spring resort with professional services catered to its guests. Stepping into Hotel Royal Chiao, you will feel as if you have entered into Japan country rather than Taiwan because it is filled with Japanese style interior designs. The hotel offers mainly rooms of Japanese style simple design with a few of the Western suites. read more »