The first of January is a national holiday in Taiwan. New Year offers many attractions to the tourists, as there are many cultural festivals held in Taiwan to commemorate the New Year. The different cities in Taiwan have different countdown parties, which are according to local traditions and customs. Tourists can join these festivals as the people of Taiwan are very welcoming to travelers.
Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall
Chiang Kai Shek was the first president of Taiwan and the memorial hall was built in remembrance of him. The building has many attractions for any explorer, as it is artistically designed using ingenious Chinese techniques. The basement of the building is an exhibition site with many historical and cultural feasts. Besides the main building, the memorial is surrounded by parks that are famous for their lush green grounds.
Shihlin Night Market
There are many things that tourists can purchase at the Shihlin Night Market. The main attraction of this market is the Yangming cinema, which is right in the center of the market. The Shihlin Night Market is better than most markets because of the variety of traditional goods it provides to the travelers.
Mao Kon Tea Houses
The most well-liked drink in Taiwan is tea, and if you are a fanatic of this national drink then you should visit Mao Kon Tea Houses. Its takes about thirty minutes to get there by bus, and the tea house is not far from the city. The best time to visit the Mao Kon Tea House is during the night when you can relax and hang out after a long tiring day.
Shing Tien Gong
The temple of Shing Tien Gong is located on the intersection of Ming chuan east and Sungjiang Road The temple promotes Buddhism and Confucian beliefs. This is a common place for most foreigners to come and visit, as this temple is rich with historical and cultural sights.
Yangmingshan National Park
Yangmingshan National Park is a great, vibrant garden full of mountain flowers and shaded by many trees. It is also an idealistic spot to enjoy the sunset. This place also attracts adventure, as there are many hiking opportunities.
