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District of Taipei, Taiwan
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Zhongzheng and Gongguan are in the center of Taipei.
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中正紀念堂
The memorial hall is a famous but controversial symbol of both Taipei and the Republic of China, as expected of its namesake. Every morning, at 06:00 in the summer and 06:30 in the winter, the nation's flag is raised in the square in front of the memorial. The huge courtyard serves as a place for both national celebrations as well as a platform to voice one's disapproval of the government. The memorial consists of a large bronze statue of Chiang Kai-shek, watched over by two motionless honor guards who are replaced every hour in a rifle twirling ceremony. Downstairs, there is a museum. One exhibit is of Chiang's life, complete with his cars and uniforms. The other exhibit is on life under Chiang's rule, focusing on martial law and the suppression of speech and political opposition. Even if you are not into memorials, the gardens, with their Chinese-style ponds, are definitely worth a visit. The grounds of the memorial are also a favorite place for locals to gather and practice martial arts, though you'll have to be there early if you want to see this. Most people begin their work-out at around sunrise, and will have left for the office before 08:00.
國立歷史博物館
This museum is in Taipei Botanical Garden, and is famous for its varied selection of exhibits, including Tang dynasty tri-color pottery and Shang dynasty bronzes.
國立台灣博物館
This museum is in 'Peace Park' (near Taipei Main Station) in a splendid Baroque and Renaissance style building. Opened in 1899, it was Taiwan's first museum and focuses on anthropology and the fauna and flora of the island.
Commemorates the 228 incident that occurred on February 28, 1947, in which locals revolting against Chinese rule were brutally massacred by the Kuomintang. This incident continues to be a key impetus behind the Taiwan independence movement to this day.
台灣大學, or 台大 for short
Taiwan's pre-eminent institution of higher education. The campus grounds are surrounded by several blocks of shops, bookshops, cafes and tea houses popular with students and scholars. Browse through the stalls and booths directly across the street from the main entrance of the university (don't forget there is a lot more just behind the main street), grab a bite or two of the popular snacks, such as fresh fruit, spice-cooked meats, soy goodies, sky-high ice cream cones, sweets, shaved ice, tapioca teas or fresh bread. You can also sample the yummy Taiwanese fried chicken chain Ding Gua Gua. Try a "Gua Gua Bao," a flavorful sticky rice pouch. There are many American fast food restaurants across the street on the right of the University, right next to several wonderful bookshops.
總統府
It was built during the Japanese colonial period as the residence of the Governor-General of Taiwan. It is now the official workplace of the President of the Republic of China. Public access is generally restricted to specific open house days which are published on the web-site.
齊東街日式宿舍
A street of well-preserved Japanese-style wooden houses which date back to various periods during and before the Japanese colonial periods.
孫運璿科技人文紀念館
The museum displays permanent exhibitions of handwritten diaries, manuscripts, photographs and personal items of the ROC's former Premier Sun Yun-suan.
臺北府城東門
臺北府城北門
臺北府城南門
臺北府城小南門
臺北府城西門
自來水博物館
The Museum of Drinking Water was completed in 1908, and is the first pumping station and filtration plant in Taipei. The museum is in the Taipei Water Park.
Formal Kenkō Jinja (Chienkung Shrine), whose architecture is a mixture of Chinese (such as three-gated torii), Japanese, and Western (such as dome-shaped roof) elements. After World War II, it was renovated to National Central Library. Now it is repurposed to serve as National Arts Education Center and there are two theaters (one indoor and one outdoor) and three exhibition rooms.
二二八和平公園
This park is on the north side of Katagalan Boulevard and the MRT station 'National Taiwan University Hospital' on the Danshui line. The park was founded by the Japanese in 1907 as New Park (新公園). The name was changed in 1996 to commemorate those killed in the 228 Incident of 28 February 1947, in which locals revolting against Chinese rule were brutally massacred by the ruling Kuomintang under Chiang Kai-shek. The park is popular with practitioners of taichi and senior citizens playing Chinese chess. The National Taiwan Museum marks the northern entrance to the park.
植物園
This beautiful garden has inspired the citizens of Taipei for over one hundred years. The lotus ponds are a hallmark of the park and are especially captivating when these symbols of peace are in full bloom and swaying in the summer breeze. The gardens are close to the National Museum of History.
華山1914文化創意產業園區
What is now Huashan 1914 Creative Park opened in 1916 as Taihoku Winery during Japanese rule. It was privately owned winery that produced sake and ginseng wines, and bred moth orchids. The park as it is now was opened in 2005 and features a number of facilities for public use.
逸仙公園
An area of parkland that contains the Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial House.
華山創意文化園區
This former brewery has been transformed into a creative space in a park. The exhibitions are well presented and imaginative and the theater performances, while less formal than those at the National Theater, are first rate. The center also has a number of cool cafes - some with outdoor seating - an art movie theater and a number of shops selling innovative crafts.
台北國際藝術村
This village provides residency programs for Taiwanese artists and others from around the world. They provide gallery and studio space for artists. They also have a few cafes which are excellent for a mid-day break while exploring Taipei.
寶藏巖國際藝術村
Another artist village.
中山堂
The buildings were completed in the period of Japanese rule on December 26, 1936. In 1945, The former Taipei City Hall was renamed as Zhongshan Hall. In 1992, the building has been identified to Second monuments of the country. Later it was assigned as a cultural space that hosts cultural and art events.
國家戲劇院 and 國家音樂廳
Located in the grounds of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, it is an excellent place to see performances of a Taiwanese play or a dance troupe. They also host many international events. Taiwan's National Symphony Orchestra performs at the National Concert Hall. The building's neo-classic Chinese architecture is especially stunning when flood-lit at night.
自來水園區
The park is built around the Museum of Drinking Water, housed in the former pumping station building and showcasing some of the machinery used to provide water to the city. Many facilities are all about water. The most popular are water slides and swimming spas. But the facilities are open only in summer (entry included with the museum ticket)
南機場夜市
Kai Xing Nong Tsung (開心農場素食店)
Offers simple and tasty Chinese buffet style vegetarian meals.
素德蔬食
A buffet style restaurant offering a wide range of Chinese vegetarian dishes.
泰國小館
This small Thai restaurant is in Gongguan.
Indian chefs offering interesting fusion dishes.
No. Taipei (near Taida). Great thin crust pizza at reasonable prices, they also do delivery.
A cafe with an alternative vibe. Excellent coffee served in distinctive clay cups. Alternative music. Warm lighting. Excellent selection of books. Healthy and freshly cooked food options. Cool and laid back owner and staff.
微光咖啡
A chic and stylish cafe. Excellent coffee, including drip. Friendly and helpful service.
This small coffee shop roasts their own beans on site. 3 resident cats keep patrons company as they sip carefully crafted lattes.
A two storey cafe with a backstreet vibe. Excellent coffee. Innovative light meals and snacks.
Serves excellent coffees offering a wide selection of espresso. The two resident dogs are very friendly too.
Taiwan Beer Bar
A godsend for the thirsty budget traveler in a city of pricey bars, this is most certainly the cheapest bar in town. This is a great place to find the rare Taiwan Draft Beer, which has a 2-week expiration and usually can only be found in a few restaurants and stores in the same city as the brewery. It's attached to the brewery where Taiwan Beer is made, close to the intersection of Bade and Jianguo Roads. The restaurant is located in an inconspicuous warehouse deep inside the brewery entrance. What it lacks in ambiance it more than makes up for in value. The draft beer 500 ml is NT$60, but you might want to opt for a bottled 600 ml malt beer for NT$55. Interior and exterior seating are available.
The biggest venue for independent live music - Taiwanese bands playing everything from rock to reggae.
Just across the road from the monument to Chiang Kai Shek, this is a bar on the ground floor and a live music venue on the second floor. The indoors part is often full and partrons will stand outside chatting. This bar also has Taiwan Beer Gold Label on tap.
Rated best hostel in Taiwan for 2010 by HostelWorld.com. A very clean and stylish hostel. Helpful info for travelers and job-seekers.
Cheap but decent, clean hostel in a good location, only 5 mins walk from MRT C.K.S. memorial hall station.
Well-known for its numerous facilities, helpful staff, and excellent rates. Ideal location near the MRT station and several restaurants.
A clean hostel. Dorm and private rooms available, with the rates running NT$350-NT$500.
This hostel is opposite the Taipei Main Station on the 15th floor of the building where the K-Mall is located, next to the tall Mitsukoshi building.
喜苑旅店
Modern, clean and well appointed, with features such as flat screen tvs and air conditioning in rooms, as well as spacious bathrooms. Staff are very friendly.
Large and comfortable rooms and with modern amenities.
Air-con 2-bed dorms, single and double rooms. Free Wi-Fi, free laundry.
天成大飯店
In front of Taipei Main Station. The dated decor brings down the tone in this otherwise comfortable hotel. Service standard in the hotel was good with staff being responsive but not very knowledgeable.
Decent value for money, take note that the rooms are extremely small.
Y Hotel
English speaking staff is friendly. Has in house restaurant. Rooms on the street side have a balcony.
台北凱撒大飯店
Walking distance to the Presidential Palace, the hotels location is its biggest drawcard. Rooms are rather soul less and the breakfast buffet is standard, though edible.
台北喜來登大飯店
An older hotel in an area isolated from shops and other amenities. However, it offers a high overall standard in the rooms and the service.
光華商場
A six-storey mall specializing in computers and other electronic devices. The facility also comprises an exhibition pace to show case new products and a food court.
華山1914文化創意產業園區
This park has several upscale gift shops (including a science-themed store and a flagship Wooderful Life for wood decorations) as well as a small artisan market.
Easy Mall (中山地下街)
A long underground shopping area that houses several stores selling all manner of items, not necessarily limited to electronics. A few stores in the Easy Mall carry current and vintage video games, hardware and software.
中華工藝館
A wide selection of traditional handicrafts.
Excellent selection of durable and stylish outdoor gear.
An excellent selection of outdoor gear, including trekking shoes, backpacks, and many accessories. Helpful service.
The Green Line runs through the southern end of Zhongzheng, stretching from Ximen to Gongguan, and continuing onward to Xindian.
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