Taipei Travel Guide
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Taipei, the political and financial center of Taiwan, is the island's most populous city. Taipei originated as a small trading port over two hundred years ago before becoming the administrative capital under the Qing Dynasty. During the last few decades there has been tremendous growth in the city. Now a sprawling metropolis, Taipei is an ideal place to … Read Taipei introduction
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Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall
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The wide open spaces found at this giant memorial hall make it the ideal place to try out those new rollerblades, play badminton or just take an evening stroll. The fact that it is vehicle free just adds to its charm. Inside the many art …
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
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Located close to Taipei's commercial district, the Howard Plaza has served native and international businesspeople for the past 18 years. It features a …
Tandoor Indian Restaurant
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A favorite among locals and expatriates, the Tandoor offers authentic Indian food at prices that are very reasonable for Taipei. As the name implies, you will find Tandoor oven-baked specialties such as Tandoor Chicken, but the …
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Introduction
Not too long ago, the valley of the Danshui River was home to rice and vegetable farmers. Today it's the site of Taipei, the bustling centre of Taiwan's commerce, government and culture. Barely a century old, the capital is frenetic, energetic and busy, busy, busy; oh how it's made up for lost time!
Not to miss
Lin Antai Old Homestead In the rush to develop, Taipei has knocked over most of its lovely old residences: Lin Antai Old Homestead is one of the few to have been preserved, and for this reason alone it is remarkable. Built in 1783, the building was dismantled brick by brick when a freeway was built …
Facts for the Traveller
Population : 3000000 Area : 270km² Longitude / Latitude : 121.506729126 / 25.0350914001 Currency : New Taiwan Dollar (TWD) Weights & Measures system : Metric
Getting there & Getting around
Getting there Taipei's C.K.S International Airport is well-served by international flights. All Asian countries have flights to Taipei, with many inter-continental flights touching down in the capital as well. It's worth remembering that many international airlines change their names in …
History
Recent History Taipei continues to be the focus for tense communications with China regarding the 'One China' policy. Taiwan's president Chen Shui-bian's proposals for negotiations with Beijing to discuss reconciliation have had a cool reception. The Chinese Foreign Ministry's position is …
Weather
In the north and east coastal region, which includes Taipei, there isn't really a dry season. Winter is cool, occasionally chilly, and is characterised by heavy cloud cover and frequent drizzle. Statistically, more rain falls during summer, but tends to come in short, torrential thunder …
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