Four Must-See Taipei Attractions
If you have ever considered taking a trip to Taiwan, you should definitely consider stopping by to take in the many Taipei attractions. While Taipei isn’t exactly the first place to spring up in the typical vacationer’s mind, this city has a lot to offer its visitors. The expression “there’s something for everyone” really does bear meaning with Taipei attractions. We are going to talk about four of the top hot spots in Taipei that might just sway you to consider a trip to Taiwan.
The first on our list of Taipei attractions is the National Palace Museum. This place is truly a must-see for any history or art buff. The National Palace Museum has an awe-inspiring collection of art from various periods of time. Don’t get the wrong idea—it’s almost impossible to find boredom when one is surrounded by breathtaking pieces of history, some that date as far back as the tenth century. This museum features paintings, calligraphy, rare books and documents, and sculpted ceramic, bronze, and jade pieces. It is also located near other places of interest, such as the National Yang-ming-shan Park and Shih-lin night market.
Speaking of the Shih-lin night market, it is an absolute must-see if you’re looking for something that will appeal to the “shopaholic” in you. This is a seemingly all-night market that is situated within close distance to the downtown Taipei area. It is one of the oldest and biggest markets in all of Taipei, which means you will be busy shopping as long as your legs can keep up! In addition to the typical market shops that sell clothes, jewelry, and gifts angled towards tourists, there are also plenty of food stands where you can try authentic Taiwanese cuisine. And what’s more is the night market also offers carnival-style games and attractions, which means that the whole family can find something of interest here!
Another must-have on the list of Taipei attractions is the Taipei 101 skyscraper. This, folks, was the tallest inhabited building in the world, at 1,671 feet, until January 2010. There are a whopping 101 floors above ground and five below. But the building itself is only half the fun. Inside there is a massive collection of popular shops, clubs, restaurants, ice cream parlors, as well both an indoor and outdoor observatory! The inside is comparable to your everyday “mall”, but the scale of it is so massive that you simply can’t resist grabbing a bite to eat and taking a nice stroll around the shops!
If you have a bit of time for luxury, you might consider stopping by the Pause Landis Resort. Although Japan holds the highest number of hot springs, Taipei has plenty for you to enjoy! In addition to the hot springs, there are waterfalls, a bamboo grove, and plenty of other surprises tucked away in this mountain setting. At this resort, you can enjoy top-notch cuisine at the restaurant, sip a hot cuppa in the tea house, relax in the lounge, take a nature walk, or snap some excellent pictures while taking a ride on the cable bus of Yun Hsien. If you’re up for a bit of entertainment, you could also explore the surrounding culture and catch a dance performed by the aboriginals. This is definitely the place to go in Taipei if you are looking for a relaxing vacation that puts you back in touch with all things nature-oriented.
There are so many exciting things to see and do in Taipei that we simply can’t list all of the attractions! Whether you are looking for a memorable family vacation, couple’s getaway, or even a solo venture, there are plenty of things to keep you busy in this great city!