{"id":6069,"date":"2017-10-22T08:59:41","date_gmt":"2017-10-22T00:59:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/?p=6069"},"modified":"2018-04-09T12:02:52","modified_gmt":"2018-04-09T04:02:52","slug":"list-of-places-to-visit-in-taiwan-for-filipinos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/2017\/10\/22\/list-of-places-to-visit-in-taiwan-for-filipinos\/","title":{"rendered":"8 places to visit in Taiwan for Filipinos"},"content":{"rendered":"

You’ve probably heard the great news! The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in the Philippines has announced the trial run for Filipinos to enter Taiwan without a visa.\u00a0The trial period starts on\u00a0November 1, 2017, <\/strong>for\u00a0Philippine nationals who intend to visit the ROC (Taiwan), in which lasts for\u00a014 days<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Also read: Visa-free entry for Filipinos to Taiwan to start Nov 1<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

If you’re thinking of going\u00a0to Taiwan, pack your bags as we’ve listed down some popular places to visit during your trip!<\/p>\n

Shilin Night Market<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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One of Taiwan’s hotspots, Shilin Night Market<\/strong> is located on a street filled with different dishes and items sold by locals for all tourist to enjoy and try out. It is filled with all kinds of shopping options, from department stores to shops and stores.\u00a0It is\u00a0also a gathering site for young people who are into the most fashionable and popular shopping area in Taiwan.<\/p>\n

Try unique and flavorful dishes such as noodles, bubble teas, sausages, dumplings, and much more. This is a place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Taiwan!<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0Take the Red Line\u00a02<\/span>\u00a0to Jiantan Station (\u528d\u6f6d<\/span>),\u00a0not Shilin Station. After leaving Exit 1, diagonally cross the street to the left to enter the night market.<\/em><\/p>\n

Shifen Waterfall and Sky Lanterns<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Follow a red wooden deck that leads to Shifen Waterfalls,<\/strong>\u00a0which can be reached after a few minutes of trekking. The waterfall itself is a sight to behold; you can take a crack at capturing its beauty in photos or simply admire it from afar.<\/p>\n

The catch basin is covered on all sides by sheer rock walls, its cascading water\u00a0rushing down in a white froth like there’s tomorrow. Once it hits the big boulders it creates this illusion of fluidity and balance.\u00a0Make sure you drop by Shifen Old Streets on your way back and light your own paper lantern. Paint your wishes on it and let it reach the sky above and who knows, it might just come true!<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0From\u00a0Taipei Main Station, take a\u00a0northbound train\u00a0(except\u00a0Keelung-bound trains) towards\u00a0Ruifang Station. Transfer to the\u00a0Pingxi Line\u00a0(\u5e73\u6eaa\u7dda<\/span>) and purchase a One Day Ticket for the Pingxi Line (NT$\u00a0<\/small>52).<\/em><\/p>\n

Din Tai Fung<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Visit the original store of Din Tai Fung, <\/strong>the legendary Xiao Long Bao<\/strong>\u00a0(soup dumplings)\u00a0restaurant\u00a0in Taiwan. Established in 1974, it was named among the\u00a0Top 10 Restaurants of the World\u00a0by The New York Times in 1993 and was awarded one Michelin Star three years in a row (2010 – 2012) for its branches in Hong Kong.<\/p>\n

Brace yourself as long lines await both locals and tourists who are hopelessly in love with their soup dumplings.\u00a0If you are a fan of Din Tai Fung in your hometown or xiao long bao in general, Din Tai Fung is\u00a0definitely worth a visit.<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0Din Tai Fung’s original shop is located next to\u00a0Yongkang Street (\u6c38\u5eb7\u8857).\u00a0Take the Red Line\u00a02<\/span>\u00a0or Orange Line\u00a04<\/span>\u00a0to Dongmen Station (\u6771\u9580<\/span>). After leaving Exit 5, continue walking straight and cross Yongkang St. The restaurant will be on the right.<\/em><\/p>\n

Taipei Zoo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Also known as Muzha Zoo, this public zoo is also one of the largest zoos in Asia.\u00a0Taipei Zoo<\/strong> was founded by a Japanese man with the last name Oe in 1914. Make sure you drop by their Giant Panda House, where guests can see two pandas named\u00a0Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan\u00a0(meaning “reunion”).<\/p>\n

They also have a Fern Garden, an Insect Valley, a Children’s Zoo, Koala House, and Asian Rainforest Tropical Area. For those who love animals, this is the place for you. Bring your family and friends to wander around Taiwan’s only century-old zoo!<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0Take the Brown Line\u00a01<\/span>\u00a0to the southern terminus Taipei Zoo (\u53f0\u5317\u52d5\u7269\u5712<\/span>).<\/em><\/p>\n

National Palace Museum<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Home to the world’s largest, and arguably finest, collection of Chinese art that covers paintings, calligraphy, statues, bronze artifacts, jade collections, and much more. It has four levels that hold these artifacts plus areas for exhibits. They have English-speaking tour guides in the morning and afternoon that you can book online.<\/p>\n

A Taiwanese food court is available for people who are tired of wandering the museum. Historians and avid fans of different collections should visit this museum.\u00a0Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0to know ticket prices and museum schedules.<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0From\u00a0MRT\u00a0Red Line\u00a02<\/span>\u00a0Shilin station (\u58eb\u6797<\/span>), walk outside the station and board Bus R30 (\u7d0530), fare\u00a0NT$<\/small>15, payable by cash or\u00a0Easycard. Do not cross the road, as buses on the MRT station side of the road head east towards the museum. Busses generally leave every 30\u00a0mins<\/small>\u00a0on weekdays until 7 pm and 15\u00a0mins<\/small>\u00a0on weekends until 6:55 pm.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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A national monument, landmark, and a tourist attraction all in one, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall<\/strong> is located\u00a0in Taipei’s Zhongzheng District. It was erected in honor and memory of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the former President of the ROC. It was opened to the public in 1980 as part of a national park and gathering area.<\/p>\n

Have a piece of history with you as you tour around the same place Chiang Kai-shek used to walk on.\u00a0The octagon-shaped white building rises 76 meters build with the rich culture of the Taiwanese, and is Taiwan’s most prominent historical landmark.<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0Take Red Line\u00a02<\/span>\u00a0or Green Line\u00a03<\/span>\u00a0to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall (\u4e2d\u6b63\u7d00\u5ff5\u5802<\/span>), sometimes labeled as\u00a0C.K.S. Memorial Hall.<\/em><\/p>\n

Taipei 101<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, this skyscraper is located in Taipei’s Xinyi District. This is the best place to get a full 360-degree view of the entire city of Taipei. The base of Taipei 101 is home to a multi-level shopping mall while its upper floors are rented out to businesses.\u00a0At 508 meters, Taipei 101 was once the world’s tallest building until the Burj Khalifa in Dubai surpassed it in 2010. It also held the record for the world’s fastest elevator and is currently the tallest LEED-certified building in the world (and a Platinum certificate at that).<\/p>\n

People who have fear of heights aren’t encouraged to go here, but for those thrill seekers, this is the place to be. The tower itself mimics a stalk of bamboo, ready to withstand any typhoon or earthquake that may hit Taiwan.<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0Take the Red Line\u00a02<\/span>\u00a0(Xiangshan train) to Taipei 101 station (\u53f0\u5317101<\/span>). Alternatively, take the Blue Line\u00a05<\/span>\u00a0to Taipei City Hall Station (\u5e02\u653f\u5e9c<\/span>), located beneath HanKyu Department Store. Walk south to enter the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi (\u65b0\u5149\u4e09\u8d8a<\/span>) complex (known as the\u00a0Xinyi Shopping District) towards 101. Being as tall as it is, you will definitely see it along the skyline.<\/em><\/p>\n

Xiangshan (Elephant Mountain)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Xiangshan<\/strong>, or Elephant Mountain,\u00a0is a mountain in Taipei’s Xinyi District. A famed tourist attraction, this is worth the hike as it has astonishing views of the entire city. Stare at Taipei’s skyscrapers by day, or enjoy the scenic Taipei skyline at night.\u00a0The hike takes around 15-20 minutes to the top. Even though it’s not an actual hike, be prepared for lots and lots of stairs!<\/p>\n

You’ll reach the landing area with facilities and restrooms where the path branches off in multiple directions. Best if you go here late in the afternoon for stunning views like the one in the photo.<\/p>\n

How to get there:\u00a0From the base of\u00a0Taipei 101, walk east on Xinyi Road (\u4fe1\u7fa9\u8def<\/span>) for two blocks until you reach MRT Xiangshan Station, only a 15-minute walk from\u00a0101<\/span>\u00a0and completely worth it. To get there faster, take a\u00a0YouBike\u00a0from the station across the street from 101 (MRT Exit 2), then return the bike at the park near the trail entrance.<\/em><\/p>\n

If you’re taking the MRT, get off after arriving at Xiangshan station (\u8c61\u5c71<\/span>), the terminus of Red Line\u00a02.<\/span>\u00a0Leave from Exit 2 and continue walking alongside the edge of the park. At the end of this road, take a left and follow until the entrance for Xiangshan Hiking Trail (\u8c61\u5c71\u767b\u5c71\u6b65\u9053<\/span>), total 650 meters, around 20 mins.<\/em><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a010 Reasons Why Taiwan Should Be the Next Country You Visit<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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Images source: pixabay.com
\n<\/a><\/em>“How to get there” source:\u00a0Guide to Taipei.com<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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