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Taipei Museum Guide – Discover the Best Museums in Taipei 臺北博物館指南

Byforeignersintw April 11, 2025

Taipei is full of some of the best museums in Taiwan. Besides the National Palace Museum, there are dozens of museums in Taipei that can provide you deeper insights into Taiwan’s unique history and culture. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here are some top travel tips for you: Best time to visit: March-May,…

Nantou Travel Guide – Taiwan’s Most Stunning Mountain Getaway 南投縣懶人包

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025

Nantou lies at the heart of Taiwan and is its only landlocked county. It is known for its rugged natural landscapes and mountains and includes the highest mountain in East Asia. If you come to Taiwan you should definitely pass through this place and stop by at some of the sights we will mention below….

Changhua Travel Guide – Fall in Love with Taiwan’s Historical Central County 彰化懒人包

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025

For you expats or foreigners who have never left Taipei, Changhua is a large mostly rural county in central Taiwan. For years I myself never visited, because I didn’t know what was there and had no reason to go. It turns out there are quite a few attractions here in this secret paradise.Below I will…

Pingtung Travel Guide – Explore Taiwan’s Sunniest County 屏東旅遊懶人包

Byforeignersintw January 23, 2025

Pingtung is Taiwan’s southernmost county and includes the best beaches, sunshine, the best outer island, some of the best mountains, rivers, and waterfalls, the most sunshine, as well as interesting historical and cultural sites. It should definitely be on your list on your next visit to Taiwan. 🏖️ Planning your trip to Pingtung? ☀️ Here…

Yunlin Travel Guide 雲林旅遊懶人包 – A Rural Wonderland in Southwest Taiwan

Byforeignersintw January 21, 2025

Yunlin is a rural county in western Taiwan that for many expats is simply a large landmass on their way to another destination. However, there are many worthwhile places to visit here, such as interesting historical sites, natural beauty, and rich culture worth exploring. Below I will list some of the best places in Yunlin…

Taiwan Festivals Guide – A Monthly Guide to the Best Festivals and Traditions 台灣節日指南

Byforeignersintw January 20, 2025

Throughout the year, Taiwan is full of festivals and holidays. Besides the three major festivals and National Holidays when people are off from school and work, there are also many smaller religious festivals and events throughout the year. In this guide, we will provide a month-by-month breakdown of the major festivals and holidays in Taiwan….

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Taiwan’s Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming Festival) Guide 台灣清明節英文解説

Byforeignersintw January 20, 2025

Tomb Sweeping Day is an important holiday in Taiwan when Taiwanese people can visit their ancestors’ graves, worship, pay respect, and clean tombs. In this blog, we will explain the history of the holiday, its significance, and how it is practiced now in modern Taiwan. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taiwan? 🌊 Here are some…

Lotus Pond Travel Guide 蓮池潭 – Kaohsiung’s Scenic Temple Area

Byforeignersintw January 14, 2025

The Lotus Pond in Zuoying District of Kaohsiung is one of the most beautiful scenic areas in Taiwan. Much of the lake is full of traditional Chinese temples, gardens, and architecture. Because of its size, it cannot be properly appreciated by only going there for one afternoon; there are simply too many things to see…

Travel Guide to Kaohsiung – Southern Taiwan’s Most Vibrant City 高雄旅遊懶人包

Byforeignersintw January 10, 2025

Kaohsiung is our favorite city in Taiwan. It has beaches close to the city center, mountains, art spaces, museums, temples, and more. People often don’t realize that Kaohsiung has a lot to offer to tourists. Many of the places down south aren’t represented as well in English as other sites in Taipei, which is why we…

Travel Guide to Hsinchu 新竹懶人包 – Taiwan’s Charming Tech Hub

Byforeignersintw January 1, 2025

Hsinchu, Taiwan, combines technological innovation with rich history, Hakka culture, and natural beauty. It has numerous old streets, preserved Japanese-era and Qing-era buildings, zoos, mountains, lakes, rivers, beaches, and much more to explore. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Taiwan. History of Hsinchu: After the settlement of the area by…