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Awesome Things in Taiwan Every First- Timer Must Try. Taiwan - the land of night markets, street food, Chinese culture, and drama series with 1. My friend and I visited Taiwan recently, and even though the summer heat could easily rival that of Singapore, we enjoyed ourselves tremendously. If you’ve never been to Taiwan before, this guide is for you - a comprehensive list of the best things to do, eat and see in Taipei and Hualien. See the alleys and walkways that inspired the film Spirited Away, watch the change of guards at Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall or seriously pig out at every street market here. With this guide, you’ll want to book a ticket right away!  Taipei.

Jiufen. Did you know that Jiufen was the inspiration behind Spirited Away? Not only do the winding alleyways look familiar, but even the food which Chihiro’s parents gorged on are Taiwanese delicacies! A little town set on the hill, Jiufen is full of old- world charm - look down from a vantage point, and admire the rows of houses, rolling hills, and the coast beneath you. In Jiufen, you must visit Jiufen Old Street - stall after stall of food, snacks, and other paraphernalia. Jostle with fellow tourists as you walk past stalls selling pineapple tarts, street food, and souvenir shops. Along the old street are many snaking side paths - I was wandered along the houses, climbed up a flight of stairs, before I found myself emerging in the old street again!

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Many tourists leave Jiufen before the sun sets for Keelung, but Jiufen is actually prettiest at night. When the sky darkens and the lanterns are lit, Jiufen looks nothing short of magical. Tea House. Jiufen is full of tea houses, and if you liked Spirited Away, it’s mandatory to visit one. I visited Ah Mei Tea House, which inspired the bathhouse in the film. After a long afternoon pounding the streets and walking along the highways, we were in need of some rest. Many of the teahouses in Jiufen offer a spectacular view of the town. At Ah Mei Tea House, while sipping on iced tea and resting our tired legs, we were greeted by a view of Jiufen basked in the glow of sunset. Ah Mei Tea House.

Taiwan, New Taipei City, Ruifang District. Telephone: +8. 86 2 2. A- Zhu Peanut Ice Cream Roll.

A sweet- salty combination, this was actually popiah skin wrapped around scoops of ice cream, complete with peanut shavings. Perfect in the warm weather, this inexpensive snack is great when you’re hot and sweaty from all that walking.

Lai Ah Po Yu Yuan. Another dessert to cool you down from the summer heat, their Yu Yuan are little balls of yam, sweet potato and matcha buried under ice.

Definitely a refreshing respite from the warm summer sun. Shifen. A stone’s throw away from Jiufen, Shifen is the magical place where your wishes come true. Use a mao bi to pen your wishes on sky lanterns, before standing on the railway tracks and watching them float upwards into the heavens. Be careful, as the train rushes by from time to time!

Not to be missed is the Shifen Waterfall, also known as Taiwan’s Niagara Falls. Watch as the water from the seemingly peaceful river cascades and strikes the rocks below. As I leaned over to look, I saw many fishes in the waters near the edge, effortlessly swimming against the strong current. Suspension Bridge. When I caught the local train from Shifen to Jiufen, I stood at the front of the train, watching as the train chugged along the tracks, passing through stone tunnels and navigating the countryside. An experience you wouldn’t get on the MRT here! 6. Ximending. As I exited Ximen MRT Exit 6, my first thought was: this looks exactly like Japan’s Harajuku or Shibuya!

The shops are open from late afternoon, but the area truly comes alive at night. Neon signboards, street performers, in- your- face advertisements and people peddling their wares along the street - this is the place to shop in Taipei!

I was lucky to have stayed in Ximending. Ximen station is right in the heart of Taipei, and if I happened to be back early, I’d continue exploring Ximending. Encompassing a huge area, there are endless streets to explore, a gazillion different shops, and street food around every corner. 7. Mango Snow Ice. Taiwan’s ‘national dessert’, everybody should try Mango Snow Ice at least once. Taiwan’s mangoes are extremely sweet and ripe, dolloped onto shaved ice in generous amounts, and finished with a scoop of mango ice cream. Perfect for beating the heat in summer! Ah Zong Mian Xian.

Ah Zong Mian Xian isn’t a posh stall - there aren’t any seats at all, and in the summer, it’s sweltering. Yet, the queues are never- ending. A bowl of mian xian is cheap, and be sure to add chilli, garlic and vinegar before tucking in. Needless to say, if you’re a mee sua fan, this is the one of the best in Taipei. Hot Star Chicken.

Source. How many times have you had Shilin’s fried chicken in Singapore, and wished you could have had the authentic one from Taiwan? Hot Star Chicken is Taipei’s most famous ji pa - imagine a gigantic XXL slab of chicken, deep fried to perfection, and steaming hot. Don't be too greedy - when you eat this, you'll be able to feel your arteries clogging. Save this to share with your friends.

Chicken (Ji Guang Xiang Xiang)Source. Besides Hot Star Chicken, the more unknown Ji Guang Xiang Xiang is equally good, if not better. I spied a long queue, and since the locals know their food best, I decided to grab a bite. Meaty, with just the right amount of flour, I devoured the whole packet even though I usually run away from deep- fried food. You know it’s the real deal when there are even small bones! Yong He Dou Jiang. Xian dou jiang Source.

Featuring the best of traditional Taiwanese breakfasts, there’s no need to queue at Yong He Dou Jiang as it’s open 2. I had the Shao Bing with Youtiao and Egg - baked flat bread, stuffed with egg and multiple pieces of youtiao.

Light and airy, it was a wonderful combination we Singaporeans haven’t thought of. Watch The Moon And The Stars Full Movie here. They’re also famous for their dan bing (egg crepe) and dou jiang (soy milk) - also try their xian dou jiang (salty soy milk) if you’re up for it! Wufenpu. Source. The Bugis Street of Taiwan, Wufenpu is where shop owners in Ximending get their wares from. With row after row of shops, it’s easy to get lost here. The clothes are cheaper than in Singapore, although it’s pretty difficult to bargain here. Refuel yourself for more shopping with the numerous street food and bubble tea shops along the way! 1. Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall.

A visit to any country is incomplete without learning some of its history. At Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall, besides admiring the famous white and blue gate (which was unfortunately under construction when I visited), learn more about President Chiang Kai Shek and his illustrious past. Be sure not to miss the changing of guards, which happens at the start of every hour. National Palace Museum. National Palace Museum has one of the largest collections of Chinese antiques in the world. Watch The Frame Online Ibtimes.

From ceramics and calligraphy to the famous Jadeite Cabbage, admire the beautiful craftsmanship of the Chinese throughout the different dynasties, spanning over 1. As I admired the artefacts, I couldn’t be prouder to be Chinese.

Yang Ming Shan. Xiao you keng. One of Taiwan’s national parks, Yang Ming Shan houses a whole range of mountains, including Taiwan’s highest dormant volcano, Mount Qixing. Highlights of Yang Ming Shan include the flower clock and zhu zi hu (Bamboo Lake).

There are many trekking trails too - spend 2 hours trekking up and down Mount Qixing, and walk past the many fumaroles on your way down to xiao you keng. A word of caution: as the fumaroles emit sulphur and other gases, linger long enough just to take a picture! Watch The Challenger Putlocker there. Danshui. Danshui is a laid- back seaside city by the Danshui River. Besides admiring the sunset along Lover’s Bridge or Fisherman’s Wharf, grab some street food and sit down to admire the bobbing boats and people fishing along the river.