Taiwan: A Week of Cultural Discovery and Nature
Taiwan: A Week of Cultural Discovery and Nature
Brian L
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7 Day trip to Taiwan
Locations: Taipei, Taroko Area, Tainan, Kaohsiung
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- Night Market food
- Shopping
- Photography
-Variety of luxurious to affordable hotels
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Table of Contents:
1. Agenda
2. Hotel Recommendations
3. Restaurants Recommendation
4. My Other Guides
Agenda
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Taipei City
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Taipei is a beautiful place for you to explore on your own. If you want a tour guide that is private, check out the link below.
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Taipei Taoyuan Airport Terminal 1
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Day 1: Taipei City Exploration
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Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
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Do some sight seeing here, and Explore the National Concert Hall and National Theater nearby.
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Day 2: Cultural And Historical Sites
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Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines
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Day 3-4: Taroko National Park
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Taroko National Park
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Charge your cameras, and be prepared to enjoy the scenery and take a lot of beautiful scenic photos
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Shakadang Trail
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Day 5: Sun Moon Lake
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Wenwu Temple
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Ci'en Pagoda
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Check out the panoramic views by the Ci'en Pagoda,
Stroll around the lakeside and relax
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Day 6: Tainan
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Chikan Tower
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Koxinga's Shrine
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Anping Old Street
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Anping Tree House
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Anping Old Fort
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Day 7: Kaohsiung
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Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center 高雄佛陀紀念館主場館
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Hotel Recommendations
Taipei
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Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
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At Mandarin Oriental Taipei you will find a communal sauna, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking.
The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Songshan International Airport and a 40-minute drive from Taoyuan International Airport. Xinyi shopping and business district and Taipei 101 are a 10-minute drive away.
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Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
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The luxurious Shangri-La Far Eastern,Taipei, features spectacular views of Taipei 101 and the city skyline. The offers a rooftop pool, a fitness centre and a spa. This exquisitely decorated hotel provides free parking on site and free WiFi access.
Rooms are more expensive
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Hualien
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Silks Place Taroko
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Nestled in the heart of Taroko National Park, offering luxurious accommodations with stunning mountain views.
Rooms are Luxurious
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LAKESHORE HOTEL Hualien Taroko Serenity Building
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Affordable 5-star hotel
Beautiful scenery and the rooms are spotless
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Kindness Hotel - Hualien County
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Rated 9.0 on booking.com and it is one of the more affordable 4-star hotels.
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Sun Moon Lake
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Fleur de Chine Hotel Sun Moon Lake
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Fleur De Chine Hotel is a stylish and Muslim-friendly hotel located at the North Peninsula of Sun Moon Lake. It offers spacious accommodation with a spa, an outdoor pool
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Sun Moon Lake Hotel
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The luxurious Sun Moon Lake Hotel is a 4-star property in Yuchi Township, with beautiful views of the Sun Moon Lake. Offering free bicycle rentals and free Wi-Fi, it also has a fitness centre and 24-hour front desk. Moon Gallery Restaurant serves Asian dishes, while a daily buffet breakfast is also available.
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Tainan
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Silks Place Tainan
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A luxurious hotel located in the historic district of Anping, offering modern comforts and historic charm.
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Evergreen Plaza Hotel (Tainan)
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The most affordable 5-star hotel, especially when you can get a discount on it
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Kaohsiung
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Grand Hi-Lai Hotel
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A five-star hotel known for its luxurious accommodations, fine dining, and panoramic views of Kaohsiung Harbor.
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Kaohsiung Grand Hotel
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Offers modern comforts and a central location, making it convenient for exploring Kaohsiung.
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Midtown Richardson Bo’ai
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Affordable hotel
Situated in Sanmin District, 2 minutes’ walk from MRT Houyi Station and 1 metro stop ride from Kaohsiung Railway Station, Hotel Midtown Richardson - Kaohsiung Bo'ai offers accommodation in Kaohsiung. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
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My name is Brian and I am a Canadian travel enthusiast with a passion for exploring new cultures and cuisines. I've been traveling for 15+ years, and I have been fortunate enough to make annual trips to Japan for vacation and have fallen in love with the country's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and, of course, its delicious food. As a frequent traveler, I have traveled to many other places in the world, I am excited to share my experiences and insights with you, and help you plan your own unforgettable adventures.
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