
Taiwan


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Overview
Generous like its 23 million people, Taiwan offers wondrous vistas, lively traditions and a culture as luxuriant as Jade Mountain on a sunny day.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
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
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…
Taipei
Borrowing from western urban-regeneration models, this early-20th-century wine factory has been restored as Taipei's most retro-chic venue. Remodelled…
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…
Kaohsiung
This narrow island that acts as a buffer to the harbour and extends down the city coastline makes for a lovely day trip from the mainland. The main…
Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park
Green Island's windswept northeast corner was completely out of bounds for much of the 20th century, occupied by a large prison camp. Here, political…
Tainan
This lively temple once served as the palace of Ning Jin, the last king of the Ming dynasty. If you wish to confirm visually that a king's status is lower…
Kaohsiung
An attractive sprawl of old warehouses by the port is separated by tree-lined boulevards, and hosts shops, galleries and cafes. It's a wonderful place to…
Planning Tools
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Best Things to Do
From soaking in hot springs to learning about Indigenous culture, there's plenty to do in Taiwan. Try our favorite 15 experiences to get you started.
Read articleBest Places to Visit
From gorgeous lakes to fashion-forward cities to serene coastlines, Taiwan offers lots in a small package. Here are the best places to visit.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
From epic hiking and waterside adventures to festivals spotlighting food and culture, Taiwan offers boundless opportunities for exploration every season.
Read articleThings to Know
Tips on everything from trip planning to manners in Taiwan – from a Taipei resident of seven years.
Read articleTransportation
Trains, shuttle buses... and chauffeurs? Here are our best tips for navigating Taiwan.
Read articleBest Road Trips
Drive along scenic landscapes, historic villages and cliffside highways on the top nine road trips in Taiwan.
Read articleGet Connected
Get your cell phone connected in Taiwan with this guide to eSIMs, wi-fi hot spots and local service providers.
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