there's nothing better than explore new experience, and what better way to experience life than to
travel? You have to admit…either you’re old or young, everyone loves to travel
!! It’s one of the best way to release stress, gain new experience, try new
things, find new friends and who knows…if you’re lucky enough, you could find
your soul mate living right next to your hotel room!
When
talking about travel, one of the first thing that comes to our mind is the
holiday destination! Most people love to travel to destination that lies on the
end of the earth such as Greece, Russia, France and German. That’s one high-end
trip, I say! Then, the expense. Most people would choose country with famously
known high travel expense.If you’re super rich like Taylor Swift and Leonardo
DiCaprio, you simply don’t have any trouble regarding money. But, if you short
on budget, that would be quite a problem.
Have
no fear! Asia is here!!! Asia has a lot to offer to tourist of all ages and races.
You don’t have to go to Hawaii just to get that light, breezy plus sunny
feeling or you don’t have to go to Nepal just to climb their
“oh-so-freaking-high-and-awesome-mountain-in-the-world!!”. (well..you know what
I mean, right ??) You can get it all here, right in Asia. Specifically, TAIWAN!!!
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Let’s
get started! The Republic of China(Taiwan) was founded in 1912, making it the
first democratic republic in Asia. In 1949, the government moved to Taiwan and
maintained control over an area surrounding the islands of Taiwan, Penghu,
Kinmen, Matsu, Dongsha, Zhongsha, and Nansha.
History :
Taiwan
is a small island nation 180km east of China with contemporary cities, hot
springs resorts and dramatic mountainous terrain. Taipei, the country’s capital
in the north, is known for its busy night markets and street-food vendors,
Chinese Imperial art at the National Palace Museum and Taipei 101, a 509m-tall,
bamboo-shaped skyscraper with an observation deck.
Today,
Taiwan featured excellent infrastructure, convenient transportation system, and
high-quality communication services. It also has accomplished, in the face of
several international energy crises and economic downturns, anoutstanding
record of economic development and political democracy. All of this won’t be
happening if it weren’t forthe determination and continuous efforts of its
people.
Now,
let get to it! There are so, so, so many interesting places in Taiwan, we just
lost count ! Ok, first and foremost of all, Taipei EYE.
This
cultural centre is situated at the Zhung Shan N. Rd., Sec.2, a historical and
culturally active avenue since the Japanese Era, and has been recognized as a
famous location for the multipurpose genres of the traditional Chinese and
Taiwaneseperforming arts. The more or less ninety minutes of performances will provide
the foreigners in Taiwan with loads of visual, sound,touch, smell, and even
taste experiences ! The show includes thefolklores and the local skills, the
folk music (South tube, North tube, Eight Sounds etc.), the aboriginal dance
and music, the Chu-Yi ( Ping Tan etc., the story telling accompanied by music),
and the traditional opera (including Taiwanese folk opera, Peking opera that
has been improved by new scenes of dances and martial arts, Kun opera, Li-Yuan opera,
Kau-Jia opera, and puppet fun etc. ). Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and
Saturday evening, this popular MUST-GO in the tourist itinerary has fulfilled
the challenging mission of “the cultural diplomacy” in Taiwan by dressing up
the stylish Chinese performing arts currently available in the typical
Taiwanese presentations !
Next! Pavilion
Of Dreams!!
Of all
the 14 pavilions of the 2010 Taipei International Flora Expo, the Pavilion of
Dreams in Xinsheng Park Area is the only one that demonstrates
state-of-the-art, interactive digital technologies originated in Taiwan.
Each
gallery in the pavilion is powered by advanced technologies under the patronage
of Academia Sinica, in a clear sign of national competitiveness. The pavilion’s
grand hall is entitled “Prelude” to suggest the beginning of a journey
involving four distinctively captivating galleries and a theater that shows
Jimmy Liao’s (a Taiwanese illustrator and picture book writer) animated films. There
are 4 other galleries under the theme Diversity, Collaboration, Harmony &
Love and Dream.
Taipei
101
Taipei 101 formerly known as the Taipei World
Financial Center, is a landmark supertall skyscraper in Xinyi District, Taipei,
Taiwan. The building was officially classified as the world's tallest in 2004,
and remained such until the opening of Burj Khalifa in Dubai in 2010. In 2011,
the building was awarded the LEED platinum certification, the highest award
according the Leadership in Energy 
New
Year’s Eve Firework Displays
The
New Year's Eve show in Taipei is hosted at the Taipei City Hall, which also
provides a view of Taipei 101 which is lit up with fireworks. Another popular
location for crowds to gather to see the fireworks display is the Sun Yat-sen
Memorial Hall. For the first three years (2004–2006), the annual fireworks show
at Taipei 101 was preceded by the sequential display of numerals in lights on
each section to count down the last eight seconds to midnight. Since 2007 the
building has been completely darkened, then fireworks begin to launch
sequentially from the lower to upper sections.
Penghu
Island
For
those who loves nature, we would definitely wants to visitPenghu Islands, also
known as the Pescadores, are an archipelago in the Taiwan Strait between Taiwan
and the Chinese mainland. Consisting of hundreds of small islands and islets,
the archipelago covers an area of 141 square kilometers. With its blue waters,
clear skies, soft white beaches and abundant cultural scenic spots, the
archipelago is a popular place with travelers. In spring and summer, the
islands host several brilliant firework festivals; whilst in autumn and winter,
visitors can enjoy some fresh delicious seafood at a series of seafood
carnivals. When leaving the area, don't forget to visit some local shops to get
some souvenirs made of the local colorful and exquisite coral.
Admission is free.
JANFUSUN FANCYWORLD THEME PARK
Janfusun Fancyworld Theme Park is located in Taiwan’s famous tea and coffee town, Gukeng Town of Yunlin County. Opened in 1990 with an area about 60 hectares, Jianfusun is the home of a wide variety of land and water rides, a gigantic Ferris Wheel, and splendid live shows offering a nice stop for visitors of all ages.
Established by Jianfusun Fancyworld Corp., Janfusun Fancyworld houses all kinds of thrilling and fun rides. Sky Plaza is where visitors may find most of the thrilling rides, including an 88 meter tall Ferris Wheel, and thrilling rides such as Diving Machine G5 and Insane Speed.
The 88 meter tall Ferris wheel is the landmark of the park. One may enjoy panoramic views overlooking the beautiful Chianan Plain through a 15 minute ride on this giant Ferris wheel. The Diving Machine G5 is a 381 meter-long ride, with a downward rapid speed of 110 km/hr speed from 65 meters high.The Insane Speed is one of the most popular rides of Jianfusun Fancyworld, which is also the longest roller coaster in Asia. It is 820 meter long with a height of 40 meters and a fast free fall speed of 90 km/hr making it a thrilling yet exciting ride for your day. Other than thrilling rides, visitors may also find the Haunted Theatre, which offers visitors a unparalleled experience for world’s 4d haunted cinema.
Another area of the park, Kiddy Land is one of the largest kids’ land in the world, which occupies an area about 6611 sq.m. Kuku Coaster, The Poseidon, Royal Carriage, Magical Cake House, Happy Treasure Island, Sky Stage, and many other soft rides are where kids may enjoy a fun time.
So, now you know what is exciting
in Taiwan !so, what are you waiting for??! Pack your clothes and go buy that
plane ticket to Taiwan !!there’s just so much to do, so much to see, so much to
learn and yes, there’s just so much to eat. All we could say is, that a trip to
Taiwan is just undeniably FUN in capital letters as well as an awesome journey
of magnificent discovery! So, why don’t you go indulge yourself in culture,
music, food, lifestyle, tradition and activities, and you’ll be more fulfilled
than you can imagine!
