The east side of the lake resembles a sun while the west side resembles a moon. It is very hazy today whether that is the heat or pollution, who knows. Lilly suggests the pollution could well come from China.
The park spans Taichung Municipality, Nantou County, and Hualien County.This national park is named after the Taroko Gorge where supplies ample quantity of marble. You will also have a chance to appreciate the beauty of majestic Liwu River which cuts through the marble 台東名產 as it flows through Taroko Gorge. Taipei 101 tower started in 1999 and finished in 2004. The tower has served as an icon of modern Taiwan ever since its opening. The building was architecturally created as a symbol of the evolution of technology and Asian tradition.

So far, Taiwan sort of feels like a mix between China and Japan, which works well for me because they are two countries that I love. Thanks for the replies, have decided to go late October/early November. We're thinking of going Melbourne to Guangzhou, then to Beijing for a few days, then Taipei, then home via Guangzhou.
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I didn't do too much in Kaohsiung but i remember going to this art pier thing i think called The Pier-2 Art Center and going to Qi Jin, can bike around there, there's a fort on that island too. There's that lookout over the city Shoushan LOVE Lookout and further out is that nature area Chaishan. There's also that famous lake with the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. There is E-DA Theme Park in kaohsiung though but not sure how good it is. Or another alternative is doing the East Coast of Taiwan. One thing i really really like about Taiwan is the people, they are super nice and helpful.

Other notable wonders include the hot saltwater springs as well as the coastline's coral reefs that offer a fascinating experience to scuba divers and snorkelers. On the historical side of it, Green Island is home to the remains of a former prison of the Chinese communist regime as well as indigenous houses. For spectacular views, follow a short path that closely resembles the Great Wall, which leads to a lookout point. Take off to the Dragon & Tiger Pagodas also known as a temple situated in the Lotus Lake. Walk around in the heat – mid thirties – including up the pagoda to get good shots of the lake and various temples and shrines surrounding it.
This lighthouse is cylindrical shaped coloured in white and is also renowned as “the Light of East Asia” for its strong optical power of light that can reach 20 miles at most. Kenting Street is where visitors are offered with a complete selection of foods while embraced by enjoying a relaxing holiday ambience. In addition, fresh tropical fruits and seafood can also be found along the street.

It provides complimentary Wi-Fi, an express check-in and check-out feature and a 24-hour reception. There are many taxis in Taitung, however a majority tend to congregate around the Old Railway Station. Tariffs start at NT$85 and cost around NT$150 for a ride within the city center.
Visitors can visit the nearby museum from Tatung Station to see the ancient artifacts that have been unearthed. This re-purposed space now hosts many permanent art exhibits and performers, as well as a tourist shop selling souvenirs for visitors. Join our community of over 400,000-plus members today and get the latest Over60 news, offers and articles.

Most convenience stores (eg, 7-11) accept easy cards as payment. Carrefour hypermarket accepts easycard as payment. So does Maokong cable car.Many stores in foodcourts also accept the easycard including stores like Jason's in Taipei 101. The nature side of Taipei was pretty impressive, too. I climbed a mountain (no idea what it's called), but it had those hot, sulphur vents from the ground (first time I'd ever seen that, couldn't get over how cool it was)... The fog was so intense and thick that day, that I was literally dripping with water.
Located on the riverside of Tamsui River and as a former colonial area for the Spanish, the Dutch and as well as the Japanese, Tamsui was one of the major trading ports in Asian history. As a consequent, when you are enjoying local famous Taiwanese street food at Tamsui Old Street, you may also discover some of the colonial remains! ●Longshan Temple which has been built since 1738 and is one of the most historical Chinese temples in Taiwan. We will be also going to the nearby Snake Alley to experience local people’s life, delicacies and drinks. After dark, you'll find Taipei locals at the city's night markets.

Taichung to Taipei by high speed rail is like one hour if that's where you want to go. Even Xinyi district which i guess means between Taipei 101 and Taipei City Hall, that area on google maps. I remember walking through there it's a bit more upmarket if i remember correctly, more fancy malls and restaurants and stuff, family friendly.
That said, petty crimes like pickpocketing can occur, and it's still worth being aware and taking precautions, especially after dark. Note that typhoon season is from May to November and can cause disruptions. We got plenty of time to see this magnificent town and take in a lot of its cultural touchstones, even with the morning free to explore Taipei.
Formed by the collision of two major tectonic plates, tremor-prone Taiwan is dotted with bubbling, soothing springs. Some are public baths; others are housed in five-star resorts on the island's rugged green alpine spine, which sports more than 200 climbable peaks over 3000 metres; the highest being 3952-metre Mount Yushan . So, too, is Yangmingshan National Park, on Taipei's leafy northern edges. Spend an afternoon here, strolling, bird-watching and flower-gazing, then soak in the sulphurous hot waters of nearby Beitou, which emerged as a spa resort during the Japanese occupation. Looming 509 metres, and resembling a giant bamboo stalk, Taipei 101 is the city's modern icon, the world's tallest building until Dubai's Burj Khalifa shot past it in 2010. It affords spine-tingling views from its 89th and 91st floor observatories (the lift hits speeds of 63km/h).