Top Five Must-See Taiwan Attractions
My choices for the Top Five Must-See Taiwan Attractions
National Palace Museum
Located in Taipei itself, the National Palace Museum is one of the finest in the world, housing over 700,000 items of Chinese Art and culture. These include writing, paintings and a jaded porcelain and ceramic items covering many centuries. Its present collection, covering 39,000 square metres, was shipped to Taiwan in 1949 during the civil war between the nationalist and communist forces. Its twin sister is the Palace Museum in Beijing, which houses a similar celebration of Chinese culture and art.
Taipei 101.
In stark contrast to the National Palace Museum, Taipei 101 is the latest landmark celebrating modern day Taiwan. It does indeed have hundred and one stories and is touted as the world’s tallest building. The observation tower is a Taiwan attraction you should miss during your Taiwan holiday. Standing at 509 m high it was opened in November 2003. Its shape resembles that of a Chinese pagoda and it was designed in accordance with traditional feng shui principles.
Lung Shan Temple
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First built in 1738 during the Qing Dynasty, Lung Shan Temple is also known as the Dragon Mountain Temple. Unusually (for many cultures) homage is paid to several different Gods, including Kuan Yin, the goddess of mercy and Matsu, the goddess of sailors and fishermen. Visitors can hardly help but be impressed by the magnificent carved niches and Dragon features. The temple is situated close to the Huashi Night Market in the Wanhua district.
Yangmingshan National Park
A 30 Minute Drive out of Taipei and you are in the splendour of Yangmingshan National Park. Of Taiwan’s three major national parks this is the only one close to a major city. Its attraction include the flower gardens of Jhuzihhu, its hot sulphur springs, the grassy pastures of Chingtienkang and Milk Lake at Lengshuikeng.
Mt. Yushan
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At 3952 m high, Mt. Yushan is North East Asia’s highest peak. While not the easiest climb in the world, the view is breathtakingly spectacular and the air crisp and clear.
Definitely Taiwan Attractions you should aim to see during your Taiwan Holiday.
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