Taipei
A mixture of mudflats and mangroves, this quiet section along the Tamsui River is home to migratory birds, abandoned fishing boats, and, at low tide, a…
Must-see attractions in Taiwan
Penghu Islands
To learn about Penghu basalt in all its forms, don't miss this impressive new geological centre one short block south of the Living Museum.
Penghu Underwater Cultural Assets Exhibition
Penghu Islands
This immersive multimedia centre plunges visitors into a deep ocean trench as a way to introduce underwater exploration.
Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park
Worth a one-minute stop when driving the lovely east coast route, this little cave-shrine features a stalagmite wrapped with a red cape. The stalagmite is…
Penghu Islands
This attractive building from 1933 is fundamentally a Japanese house but with European art deco elements.
Taipei
This is a narrow waterfall that flows out of a cave; the rock face behind has a spooky temple built into the stone. It's a fairly vigorous hike to get…
Southern Taiwan
The 14m-high Maolin Gorge Waterfall is the more attractive of the two waterfalls in the scenic area, the other being Lovers Gorge Waterfall. You'll see a…
Taipei
This yellow-and-white striped building that looks like municipal offices is home to a small gallery, a garden and a cafe. It runs an artist-residency…
Western Taiwan
This now-filled well sits half inside the wall of a residence and half outside. The arrangement is a remnant of humbler days when not everyone could…
Kaohsiung
Taiwan's largest Confucius temple complex (167 sq m) is a stately 1970s replica of a Song-dynasty temple and the famous Qufu Confucius Temple in Shandong…
Northern Taiwan
The flat and fantastical tongue-like protrusions at low tide here are actually wave-sculpted volcanic lava. From March to May, they're carpeted by a thick…
Kaohsiung
Down by Pier 12 (the Love Pier), Gushan Ferry Terminal and Fisherman's Wharf you'll find walkways, bike paths, cafes and beer gardens. Check at the train…
Kaohsiung
A contrast to the eccentric religious structures around Lotus Pond, this 18th century temple has intricately carved vaulted ceilings, and sculpted dragons…
Northern Taiwan
In a heritage building on the edge of a pleasant wooded park, this newly renovated museum is dedicated to the local history of glassmaking, an industry…
Taichung
The park is divided into several sections but most of the interesting material is to the far right as you enter. Don't miss the collections of folk…
Taipei
This Japanese-era temple is an imposing, hushed edifice in dark-pink and brown marble, and is in sharp contrast to the flashy bling of most of Taiwan's…
Taipei
This lovely red-brick church with its arched Gothic windows dates from 1916 and is fronted by a row of palm trees. Inside is dominated by white wood. The…
Northern Taiwan
Hsinchu's central landmark is this traditional Chinese stone gate (c 1829) with double-tiered roof. Stranded in a traffic island, it used to be a portal…
Taichung
To the east of the city is a hilly area known as Dakeng. If you're going to spend any time in the city, Dakeng is worth exploring, as there are pleasant…
Formosa Boulevard KMRT Station
Kaohsiung
Stop to see the resplendent Dome of Light (光之穹頂; Guāngzhī Qióngdǐng) by Italian glass-artist Narcissus Quagliata. Formosa Blvd is south of the main train…
Western Taiwan
This splendid southern-style temple, founded in 1763, boasts elegant, swallowtail rooftop eaves and a wealth of fine interior woodcarvings. The resident…
Northern Taiwan
A fine example of government architecture in colonial Taiwan, this dignified western-style monument was built in 1925 and features red and grey reinforced…
Kaohsiung
Shihzuwan Beach is smaller than Cijin Beach, but it's a calmer swimming beach and is an excellent place for hanging out and watching the sunset.
Kaohsiung
Just back from the Love River is the film archive, with daily screenings of works by acclaimed Taiwanese directors like Hou Hsiao-hsien and Edward Yang,…
Art Gallery & Reclamation Hall
Northern Taiwan
This 1920s building with a traditional Japanese roof atop a modern Western-style structure features artworks ranging from classical ink-and-brush…
Southern Taiwan
A delicious old bridge (c1930) straddling Meinong River that has retained many of its original structures, including two monkeys carved out of stone.
Kaohsiung
The lighthouse, built in the 19th century by British engineers and restored in 1918 by the Japanese, offers killer views of the Port of Kaohsiung.
Taipei
The Gothic-style Tamsui Presbyterian Church was reconstructed in 1933. It's a popular backdrop for wedding photos. Open only during services.
Zhongshan Road Furniture Shops
Western Taiwan
Zhongshan Rd from No. 100 up features a number of old furniture shops.
Taitung
In stark contrast to the orchards and lush subtropical forest all around, this small 'geopark' is an area where gulleys and cliff sides of loose,…
Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park
If you turn east off Hwy 9 at Km254.8, a photogenically die-straight lane fires itself towards a serrated green ridge, crossing through a regenerated…
Tainan
Artists, performers and cafe operators have moved into this village with giant banyans, shabby walls and vibrant art. Take a stroll along the tree-lined…
Tainan
For generations, women have come to this temple to ask Lady Linshui to protect their children. This is demanding work and the goddess employs 36…
Eastern Taiwan & Taroko National Park
Though you can't reach the top of this 33m-high lighthouse, you can climb its base for appealing views across the airport runway and across the beach and…
Penghu Islands
This self-contained 'village' was once the living quarters of military families. The partly derelict area is now being valiantly reworked into a small…
Tainan
Dainty Wufei Temple was built in honour of the concubines of the Prince of Ningjing, Zhu Shugui, the last contender for the Ming throne. When Koxinga's…
Tainan
Hidden inside a market named after itself, Shuixian Temple (literally 'Water Fairy Temple') is a far cry from the days when it was not only a place of…
Western Taiwan
An ecological park that's celebrated more for its success at revival than its beauty. It's inside Shanmei village (山美村), a Tsou settlement. Tanayiku or…
Kaohsiung
At Lotus Pond, about 180m to the north of the Dragon & Tiger Pagodas are the fun and gaudy Spring & Autumn Pavilions. The two octagonal towers in green…
Kaohsiung
This gigantic statue at Lotus Pond is of a powerful Taoist deity whose name means God Almighty of the Mysterious Heavens. He is also known as Xuan Wu (玄武;…
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