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Destination Guide
Truly breathtaking, Taipei is Taiwan’s sprawling metropolis and is one of Asia’s best kept secrets. Boasting the world’s tallest tower, sensational food streets, vigorous nightlife, shopping hotspots and modern architecture - Taipei has greatly evolved since moving away from the Imperial Chinese rule. The city is fast, lively and filled to the brimmed with glitzy malls, hotels and towering skyscrapers. Perfectly balancing authenticity and modernity, the economic powerhouse is reputed as one of the world’s best spots for hot springs and is blessed with natural beauty outside its city – from rolling green hills, mammoth rock formations and tranquil wetlands.Taipei’s streets are lined with malls, hotels, restaurants, museums, spas and towering structures, fuelled by the success of its manufacturing industry and steeped in economic prosperity. Taipei 101, the world’s tallest tower stands above the city line; mimics the form of the mighty bamboo and is hailed as the seven wonders of engineering.When the sun dips past the horizon, the streets of Taipei transform into a paradise for night markets. At these markets, you’ll find delectable street fare and a wide array of clothes and trinkets to choose from. The Shih Lin Night Market is one of the most well-known markets in Taipei and draws a large crowd on the weekend.The shopping districts of Xinyi, Shih Lin, Zhongxiao, Wanhua, Wufenpu and Ximenting is a popular tourist attraction and will satisfy all of your shopping needs. Influenced by Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Western fashion trends, it instates Taipei as the fashion capital of Taiwan.Taipei is also defined by their colourful ethnic diversity which can be experience through the many festivals which takes place throughout the year and their friendly and warm locals. Don’t miss out on the limitless array of food available in the city provides tourists with a magnificent eating experience like no other.
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