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Taipei Travel Guide | Fall in Love with Taiwan

| Fall in Love with Taiwan 👋Hey guys, today I'm bringing you a super detailed travel guide to Taipei, China📖. Taipei is a city full of charm and life, with surprises around every corner. Follow me on this dream trip🛫. 📍Preparation ✈️Documents: Apply for a Taiwan Travel Permit and endorsement in advance, and don't forget the Exit & Entry Permit for Taiwan, China. These are the keys🔑 to your trip. 💴Currency: You can exchange for New Taiwan dollars at the airport or a local bank. Some places also accept UnionPay cards and Alipay, but it's more convenient to have some cash on hand. 📱Communication: You can buy a Taiwan SIM card or activate roaming. Having enough data will allow you to share your trip at any time. 🏠Accommodation 👉Near Taipei Main Station: A transportation hub, convenient to go anywhere🚇, surrounded by delicious food, and a variety of accommodation options, from star-rated hotels to budget homestays. 👉Ximending: A trendy place🎈, popular with young people. You can go back to the hotel to rest when you're tired of shopping, and enjoy the nightlife in the evening. 👉Xinyi District: Surrounded by high-end shopping malls, a must for shopaholics🛍️, with office buildings nearby, great hotel facilities, and a view of the city. 🌟Must-see Attractions 🎇Taipei 101: A landmark building in Taipei. Take the super-fast elevator to the top and overlook the entire city. The night view is especially stunning, with the bright lights and cityscape🌃. Don't forget to take a photo at the observation deck📷. ⛩️Longshan Temple: This century-old temple is very popular, with exquisite carvings and paintings. You can feel the strong Minnan style and religious culture. The fortune-telling and blessings are also very effective🙏. Take a moment to feel the peace. 📚Eslite Bookstore (Dunnan Store): A 24-hour cultural palace with all kinds of books. Find a corner to sit down and immerse yourself in the ocean of knowledge. When you're tired, go to the cultural and creative area to pick some special items🎁. A must for literary youth. 🌳Shilin Official Residence: The former residence of Chiang Kai-shek and Soong Mei-ling, with a perfect blend of European gardens and Chinese courtyards. Stroll through the flowers of the four seasons and feel the history. The environment is quiet, perfect for a walk🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️. 🍜Ningxia Night Market: You can't miss the night market in Taipei! Ningxia Night Market is a paradise for foodies😍, with oyster omelets, sausage in sausage, braised pork rice... all kinds of authentic snacks will make you eat until you can't walk. Eat and shop, and feel the life. 😋Taste of Taipei 🥢Din Tai Fung: A legend in the world of soup dumplings, with thin skin and juicy soup dumplings. Take a bite and the soup will overflow. There are also various exquisite dim sum, with stable quality. It's a Chinese flavor loved by foodies around the world👍. 🍲Yongkang Beef Noodles: Rich and mellow beef soup, large and tender beef, with chewy noodles. Every bite is satisfying. There is often a long line at the door, just for this authentic taste. 🥄Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle: No seats? No problem. Holding a bowl of hot flour-rice noodles and eating on the street is the norm. Thin noodles with large intestines and oysters, fresh and spicy, with a unique flavor that is unforgettable. 🍨Shaved Ice: Taiwan's shaved ice is as delicate as snowflakes, with various fruit flavors that are refreshing. A bowl on a hot day will cool you down instantly. With soft taro balls and red beans, the taste is rich. 🚗Transportation 🚇MRT: The Taipei MRT is very convenient, covering almost all attractions. Get an EasyCard, which can be used for buses, MRT, and convenience stores. It's easy to recharge, and you can get a refund. 🚌Bus: Some routes offer scenic views, but pay attention to the card-swiping rules. Some buses don't announce stops, so keep an eye on your phone's navigation🧐. 🚕Taxi: The starting fare is not high, but there may be traffic jams during peak hours. It's also cost-effective for group travel. 🛍️Shopping 🛒Shin Kong Mitsukoshi (Xinyi Place): A collection of international and local brands, from beauty and skincare to fashion. One-stop shopping, with a food court to recharge🍔. 🎁Breeze Center: Focuses on high-end fashion, with an elegant environment. There are often limited products and exclusive discounts. It's very comfortable to shop here, suitable for those who pursue a quality life. 🛍️Ximending Shopping District: A paradise for affordable fashion, with various trendy shops and creative markets. You can find unique clothes and accessories at reasonable prices. Shopping and taking photos is fun📸. 💖There are so many wonderful things to discover in Taipei. Save this guide and start planning🎉. I'm sure you'll fall in love with this city.
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Posted: Feb 14, 2025
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