Author: <span>Chas Lu</span>

Author: Chas Lu

8 Things You Should Know About Longshan Temple

Located in the Wanhua District of Taipei,  Bangka Longshan Temple(艋舺龍山寺)is a famous temple in Taipei and also a second-grade municipal heritage site, which attracts thousands of visitors from local and foreign every year. Additionally, it is listed as one of the top three must-see attractions for foreign visitors coming to Taipei, …

Ningxia Night Market Taipei – Top 10 Must Eat Street Food

Ningxia Night Market(寧夏夜市)always belongs to one of the popular night markets in Taipei for locals and tourists, it has ever been voted for Taipei’s best night market in 2015. Although it’s a small night market, nearly 200 stalls sell various cuisine along the street throughout the night, especially there are …

Dongmen Market – Discover 8 Hidden Foods in the Traditional Market

If you had ever thought the night market is the only way to taste Taiwanese local food, that you are totally wrong. The Dongmen Market (東門市場) is a traditional market for locals to get living groceries in the morning. Besides, there are also hidden many delicious Taiwanese traditional food around …

National Palace Museum of Taiwan – Explore 5,000 Years of Chinese history

When you come to Taipei, you may go to Taipei 101, the tallest building in Taiwan, or walk along the Dihua Street to feel the atmosphere that mix traditional and modern, even admire the spectacular Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, and also go through the North Gate for getting back to …

Beitou Hot Spring Taipei​ – Cleanse Your Mind and Wash Your Troubles Away in Hot Springs

There is nothing better than soaking in the hot spring during the cold weather or after a tired of trip, not only can relieve the fatigue, relax body and mind but also some hot springs have the benefits for the skin. Fortunately in Taipei also have a place to take …

Maokong Gondola – the Gateway to Enjoy the Impressive Panoramic Views of Taipei

If you want to enjoy the stunning city view while sampling Taiwanese tea, riding on the Maokong Gondola to Maokong is the best choice for you. Maokong(貓空)is located on the southeast mountain of Taipei City and offer outstanding views of Taipei 101; besides, it is used to be Taipei‘s biggest …

The North Gate Taipei – the Gate Through the Past

The Taipei City Walls (臺北府城) was constructed in 1884 during the Qing Dynasty rule, including 5 gates: the East Gate (Jingfu Gate), the West Gate (Baocheng Gate), the South Gate (Lizheng Gate), the Auxiliary South Gate (Chongxi Gate), and the North Gate (Cheng En Gate). Among them, the North Gate …