Taiwan which has now officially known to be the Republic of China is very rich in locations and attractions. The tourists who like to tour history, there are various temples and monuments that can be visited. But for those who have a hobby of shopping, walking and enjoy the beauty of nature, there are a variety of places that fit to do all that too. Below is a list of tourist attractions in Taiwan that are full of charm so dear to pass up.
Longshan Temple
Visiting Taiwan is certainly a must visit to this oldest temple in Taiwan this one. This temple is so beautiful building following the area so that will not regret coming here, but also this place is easy to reach because the location is very close to subway station . The visitors who want to travel religious can set foot in this temple to pray. Visitors will be provided drinking water and for those who want to buy souvenirs can go near the entrance gate.
In terms of interior, this temple room is not so vast, but all the ornaments of the building is so interesting and will not make tourists bored admiring that is contained in the temple. As a building that is already thousands of years old, this temple gives a little mystical impression, but still valuable to be enjoyed.
- Longshan Temple is open daily from 6 am to 10 pm, but when Lunar New Year, the operational schedule can change.
- Visitors can pray and enjoy the beauty of the temple without having to pay a dime.
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
The tourist attraction, also known as Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall is so vast and full of interesting attractions that can be enjoyed by tourists. The hall is so nicely built and the large blue gate is one of the icons in Taiwan. Arriving at this place, visitors will find the two buildings on the left and right where the architectural design has a modern Chinese style with a spacious garden. There is a building that is dominant in blue and white in the middle of the page.
The monument built as a reminder of the services of the first president of Taiwan has a special special show where there is a turn of the army of guards that every traveler can watch. Not just a hall, within this complex the tourists can also find theaters and concerts. It is not difficult to reach this place because it only takes bus and MRT only.
- Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall is open daily everyday, from 9 am to 6 pm. It's just that at the Lunar New Year celebration, the operational hours can change.
- Visitors can take a walk in the complex hall or in this hall itself for free.
University of Taiwan
Built in 1928, the university was present at the time of the Japanese colony and used to have a different name, the Taihoku Imperial University. The tourists who have the opportunity to visit this university certainly can get a picture of the future of Taiwan. Although including the old building, it can be seen that this location is really well maintained because the atmosphere of the campus environment provides comfort for everyone who is there and the beautiful green grass.
The university has entered the most prestigious university we can find in Taiwan. Also note that this university has a strong relationship with Academia Sinica which is also located in Taiwan where there are joint office programs as well as collaborative teaching and research. After the end of World War II, this Chinese Republican government apparently reorganized the university as an institution that only accepted Mandarin-speaking students, then it was only in 1962 that the joint project initiative with Academia Sinica began.
Yangmingshan National Park
Yangmingshan National Park is a tourist place within easy reach just by bus. The reason why this national park is obliged to be visited especially in autumn and spring is because the flowers and leaves are colorful beautiful. There are many very popular things from this place, such as Seven Star Mountain, hot spring, cherry blossoms, hiking spots, poisonous snakes, fumaroles and sulfur. Although coming in spring time, visitors should still bring a thick jacket because the weather in this area is quite cold.
It will be more exciting if you can bring food and drink as well as mats when coming here to enjoy the scenery under the cherry trees that are blossoming. In the evening, tourists can also come here to get a great view of the city lights in Taipei. Even more romantic if you invite couples to dinner at a restaurant located in the area of this national park.
Tower of Taipei 101
Opportunity to holiday in Taiwan, so do not miss to visit Taipei 101 Tower in Xinyi District. If in Dubai has a tallest building in the world called Burj Khalifa, then in Taiwan there is a 101-story building known as Taipei 101 which is ranked 2nd after Burj Khalifa. This building actually has a real name and official called the Taipei International Financial Building. From the exterior design alone looks gorgeous, of course the interior is not less and has many aspects.
The building is fairly new is very good with fiber optics as its superiority as well as satellite internet with 1 GB as the speed per second. There are two fastest lifts in the world designed by Toshiba and can reach speeds of up to 63 kilometers per hour. Visitors who come and get into the elevator will be able to be brought from the ground floor to the observer floor in just 39 seconds while on the floor 89. This tower was guaranteed safe against any shocks that can arise due to hurricanes and earthquakes because the tower has been stabilized by a pendulum weighing 800 tons located on the 88th floor.
- Adult visitors are charged: NTD 500 or approximately USD 204 thousand.
- Visitors of children who are above 115 centimeters and students are charged: NTD 450 or approximately Rp 183 thousand.
- Visitors to children under 115 centimeters will not be charged an entrance fee.
- Group Ticket for more than 20 people and have made a reservation: NTD 450 or about Rp 183 thousand.
- Priority Pass is charged NTD 1,000 or approximately Rp 408 thousand.
- The observatory floor section of the Taipei 101 Tower is open daily from 9 am to 10 pm and as it is divided into 4 other floors, the beautiful scenery can be enjoyed by the visitors in turn.
Xingtian Temple
There are other temples that deserve to be a destination during their stay in Taiwan, the Xingtian Temple which is very famous among the local people. Founded in 1968, this temple is so magnificent and Emperor Guan is the most revered in this temple because of the noble ambition in saving the world, its integrity and loyalty. Many dubbed the Emperor Guan as 'Savior' or 'Generous.' There is one of the most famous rituals of this temple called recalling frightened souls or also known by reviving frightened souls .
Indeed, this temple impressed magical and mystical with the rituals that are less reasonable, including the practice of taoism. If you want to know more about taoism or just want to come visit and pray and look around the temple area and surroundings, come directly to Xingtian Temple. Whatever the purpose of the tourists when visited this place, whether it is praying or simply want to tour architecture, admission free.
Ximending
If there is a chance to take a walk down the Wanhua District, then do not miss Ximending which is a shopping district district. Shopping and berkuliner is the most important activity that can be done in the region that has a blend of ancient and modern style both in terms of shopping and this type of food menu. Walking in Ximending will be more comfortable because it is only for pedestrians without passing vehicles.
Everything traded in this place is offered at a sloping price, but the food is guaranteed to be extraordinary and will not make a headache. On weekends and holiday seasons, this place will be full of visitors. The backpackers would also agree that this area to be the best in Taiwan because of available lodging and cheap cafes. Various street hawker, fashion shop and cosmetics store also fill this street so that visitors would be satisfied to be in Ximending.
Taipei Story House
This historic house with a cute view was once known as the Yuanshan Mansion and is now better known as a museum building that can be found at the Taipei Expo Park. The house was founded by Chen Chao-chun, a tea-trader, around 1913-14 and the construction of this house itself is to be used as a guest house for the wealthy merchants of old and also for the important locals. For the ground floor, this building is built using bricks while the wood material is used to build the top floor.
The staircase of the museum is designed like the one in the pagoda in general, while the portico entrance is deliberately made with a glacial style accompanied by an ionic column. For the confused tourist of the museum what is actually Taipei Story House, this place is home to tea exhibition and local history. The location of this museum is known to be quite close when from Yuanshan Station and even also directly adjacent to the Taipei Fine Arts Museum.
- Taipei Story House is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm, while for Taipei Story Teahouse is open from 10 am to 9 pm. Every Monday, this museum will be closed or holiday.
- Visitors are charged around: NTD 50 or about Rp 20 thousand.
Huashan Market
This not-so-big market is a traditional market that can be visited when having more time during holidays in Taiwan. There are a number of small stalls selling food and drink that are worth a try, let alone Fuhang's very famous soy milk.
Not only the various foods and drinks that can be found in this place, clothing, ornaments, and accessories also meet the Huashan Market. Although the area is so small and filled with traders and visitors, this place is installed air conditioning so that freshness and coolness can still be perceived by the visitors.
Taipei Grand Mosque
For Muslims who come to Taiwan, there is also a mosque that can be visited for religious tourism. This mosque is the most famous because it is also the largest in Taiwan with an area of more than 2,700 square meters. Located in Da'an District, the building of this mosque was actually built in 1947. In addition to spacious, this mosque offers a variety of good facilities for visitors. Even when glancing at the interior decoration and architecture, this mosque is very charming.
If after visiting from this mosque and the tourists feel hungry, there are food traders who are in the area of this mosque. Maybe being in Taiwan makes Muslim travelers worry about unlawful food, but food sold near the mosque is guaranteed halal, both meat and homemade cakes. During the fasting month, Muslims living in Taipei will hold a joint opening at the mosque, including in this mosque, with simple food that will also be followed by a dinner together.
Dajia Riverside Park
A pleasant park tour and can make us relax is Dajia Riverside Park located in Zhongshan District. Its clean and comfortable environment can make its visitors feel peaceful. Many also choose to ride in this place while enjoying the scenery and down the river in this area.
Tourists who have more leisure time and more are in Taiwan, this is the right place to look for more entertainment because there are bicycle rentals to surround this park. However, to just take a walk and take pictures ria is also not a problem.
Sun Lake Moon
Tourism in Taiwan is not complete if not yet in Sun Lake Moon is known as the largest lake in Taiwan. The scenery in this area is so beautiful and will be more amazing and feels alive if visitors climbed the cable car to get all the sights. But if interested in getting a panorama from the other side, Sun Lake Moon can be traced by renting a boat and climbing it.
This lake is very beautiful and the tourists will be more pampered when it comes right in the afternoon. Coming to this place with the couple will be more afdol because the atmosphere created in this lake is so romantic with the mountains that dominate the scene. There are many hiking trails that can also be found in this lake. Visitors are not allowed to swim in this lake unless it is during the Mid-Autumn Festival held each year called Swimming Carnival of Sun Moon Lake.
Hualien
Hualien is one of the most famous areas of all districts in Taiwan. For an exciting natural day trip, do not forget to come to Hualien which has a wealth of nature and a view that will not end there for us to be able to enjoy it. Beaches, fields of flowers, rice fields, rivers and mountains are a series of natural scenery that can be enjoyed when he arrived in Hualien. Rows of mountains and the Pacific Ocean is known flanking the area that has this Taroko Gorge.
Taroko Gorge is known as a canyon whose length reaches 19 kilometers. Not only the views of the sea and the mountains that can be captured by our eyesight, but a number of beautiful temples are also found in this area. The construction of the temples is at the edge of the gorge making it unique but beautiful. Because this area is famous for good weather, air freshness and beautiful scenery, then visitors will be able to find several bike paths which must be one of the most interesting things for the hobby of cycling and marathon runners.
Martyr Shrine
The much-talked Keelung River can also be seen from the temple that was founded in 1969. Martyr Shrine is also known as the place where Chiang Chingkuo was buried in 1988. Although it is located from this temple is in Taiwan, but the soldiers who participated and died in the past average war was born in mainland China and not in Taiwan. Japan controlled Taiwan during World War II and the people of Taiwan who were under Japanese rule served in the Imperial Japanese Army alone there were about 200 thousand people.- Martyr Shrine is open from 9 am to 5 pm daily so visitors can be more flexible in planning a visit to this place.
- Visitors can enjoy the peace and quiet of this temple at no entrance fee at all.
Temple of Paoan
Another historic place which is a temple is Paoan Temple which is known as the highest-ranking religion site in Taipei. This wooden temple was built by immigrants from South China in 1760 and is dedicated to the master-god of Paosheng, the god of healing and medication. However, after the repair or change, Paoan with the most recent form has stood since from the year 1805 after more than 25 years of construction.
Tourists who wish to pray for prosperity and health can go directly to this temple, even the pregnant women often come to pray for health and welfare and the baby. Compared to Longshan Temple, this place is less crowded, but if visiting at the right time, such as the temple festival, Paoan Temple will become more colorful and will not be less crowded than Longshan.
Tainan City
Tainan is the oldest city in Taiwan and the name of Taiwan is originally from the name of Taoyuan where is known as the first name of Tainan. Although it is known as a city, Tainan is the right place to be a holiday destination to calm down. There will be no noise like we usually hear and find in cities in general.
In addition, in this old city we can also find many temples with the design of the building full of unique nan complicated and striking colors. If you get to Tainan old town, do not miss Anping Tree House. This tree house is not an ordinary tree house commonly built on trees, but the Anping Tree House is a classical or ancient style house with giant banyan tree roots that envelop its outer sections. A number of tourist attractions in Taiwan have been mentioned one by one above. Presumably these recommendations can be helpful information for those of you who still have no idea where to go while in Taiwan.
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