Tainan, in southwestern Taiwan, is a city known for its historic sites, but the city also has its share of modern, even futuristic, buildings worthy of exploration.
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Tom Rook’s hand-drawn maps of Taipei and other major cities on the island offer a serene bird’s-eye view of Asian municipalities.
The villages of Jiufen and Jinguashi are known as fine day-trip destinations, but you can also stay overnight, in old-style B&Bs.
Just an hour’s drive or so away from central Taipei the Northeast Coast is a fascinating area with unique rock formations, sandy beaches, and a whole lot of outdoor fun.
There are 16 officially recognized indigenous tribes in Taiwan, collectively known for their rich
and colorful culture.
If you love fresh seafood, head to one of the many fishing harbors that dot the coast of Taiwan. There you will find seafood markets with adjacent seafood eateries.
Kaohsiung, the big harbor city in southern Taiwan is excellent for bicycle rides. There are easy to follow bike routes with lots of attractions along the way
During 2012, the Year of Cycling Tourism in Taiwan, keep an eye on bicycle-related events and activities!
The townships of Dongshan and Yuanshan in Yilan County, partly on the Lanyang Plain and the surrounding hills have many places to discover.
Taiwan is a fantastic place for riding bicycles and exploring the land at a slower place. There are dedicated bikeways throughout the island.