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Taipei
Taipei is a friendly city whose allure lies in its blend of Chinese culture with a curious fusion of Japanese, Southeast Asian and American influences.
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Attractions
Must-see attractions for your itinerary
National Palace Museum
Shilin
Home to the world's largest and arguably finest collection of Chinese art, this vast hoard covers treasures in painting, calligraphy, statuary, bronzes,…
Longshan Temple
Ximending & Wanhua
Founded in 1738 by Han immigrants from Fujian, this temple has served as a municipal, guild and self-defence centre, as well as a house of worship. These…
Dihua Street
Taipei
This former 'Centre Street' has long been known for its Chinese medicine shops, fabric market and lively Lunar New Year sundry market. It has attracted…
Taipei 101
Xinyi
Towering above the city like the gigantic bamboo stalk it was designed to resemble, Taipei 101 is impossible to miss. At 508m, Taipei 101 held the title…
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Taipei
This grandiose monument to authoritarian leader Chiang Kai-shek is a popular attraction and rightly so. It is a sobering feeling to stand in the massive…
Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Taipei
Borrowing from western urban-regeneration models, this early-20th-century wine factory has been restored as Taipei's most retro-chic venue. Remodelled…
Bao'an Temple
Taipei
Recipient of a Unesco Asia-Pacific Heritage Award for both its restoration and its revival of temple rites and festivities, Bao'an Temple (also called…
Zhongshan Hall
Ximending & Wanhua
This handsome four-storey building, constructed in 1936 for the coronation of Emperor Hirohito, is where the Japanese surrender ceremony was held in…
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Things to Know
Get the most of your visit to exciting Taipei with our tips on etiquette, dining, navigating politics and more.
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Within the dense forests that encircle colorful, chaotic Taipei, the mysteries of rural Taiwan await. Make time for these rewarding day trips from Taipei.
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Find out how to eat, shop and travel around Taipei on a budget without sacrificing a thing.
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From dodging mopeds to catching the MRT, getting around Taipei is easy with these tips.
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Traveling in Taiwan is generally a joy for budget-conscious travelers, but the capital city of Taipei may test your abilities to tour cheaply if you don’t…
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