Hong Kong and Taiwan are the only 2 provencies currently that aren't under traditional communist China rule. Taipei City is the capitol of Taiwan and home to it's chief ruling party, acknowledging the Chinese principle of "Separate, but One".
What: National Palace Museum
Where: 221 Chih-shan Rd Sec 2, Tel: 886 2 2881 2021, Fax: 886 2 2882 1440
Why: Completed in 1965, this museum is modelled after the “Forbidden City” in Beijing, China and contains the largest collection of Chinese artifacts in the world—some 650,000 pieces. The Museum has 2 adjacent gardens that embody the principles of Chinese gardens with water features, pagodas, and ponds. However the museum kindly requests that no pictures be taken on property.
What: Taipei 101
Where: 3/F 45 Shi Fu Road
Why: Billed as “the” tallest building in the world and featuring the fastest elevator to match it. Even if you aren’t intrigued by the science behind this modern marvel, it’s well worth a visit to the observation deck on the 92nd floor for a stellar panoramic view of the city.
What: Shihlin Night Market
Where: Chung Shan North Road, Sec 4
Why: There’s numerous “night markets” throughout Asia, and especially in Taipei, but I especially recommend this one for college students because it’s located near a local University and is frequented by it’s own students. Boasting great food and goods at below market prices, this is a great place to meet your foreign peers over beef noodles or Shihlin sausage (pork).
What: Taipei Zoo
Where: No.30 Sec.2 Xinguang Rd
Why: Featuring a Koala House, Insectarium, and a petting zoo, this facility is 165 hectares. It’s comprised of various small hills and valleys that are home to well-manicured forests that display over 600 different species of fern that are native to the island of Taiwan.
What: Lungshan Temple
Where: 211 Guanghzhou Street
Why: A legendary holy site, this is the oldest and most popular temple with over a hundred deities being worshipped here at any time. Having suffered damage due to earthquakes and US bombing during WW2 this temple has been rebuilt on numerous occasion and is well-known for their Lion/Dragon dance during the Chinese New Year.
Cynthia has been a devote "foodie" all her life, sharing her passion for food, with her love of travel. Currently she's a professional model/actress and full-time college student. She spends her free time blogging about the places she's been and the restaurants she's eatten in.
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