taipei no46
TRANSCRIPT
Spectacular TaipeiAug ~ Sep 2015
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Discount coupons for shopping and dining attached
No 46
Xikou Music Life Festival
Location Songshan Xikou Wharf (Next to Raohe St Night Market)Music times Market times Pets Triathlon times Good Food
Check-in on-site and take a photo to receive a blessing loversrsquo lock (100 sets only)
Location Dadaocheng WharfFree guided tours around the streets of Dadaocheng
Live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band Fireworks display
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day
(Sat and Sun)Aug Oct
Location the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River (under Dazhi Bridge)Canoeing Sailing Kayaking
ndash all kinds of family water experiences
Crazy Summer Water Fun
Location Dajia Riverside ParkA 40-meter long air cushion ume ride
water slides and over 20 other kinds of water amusement facilities
Dajia Childrenrsquos Concert
(everyday)
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Organizer Department of Information and Tourism Taipei City GovernmentCo-organizer Department of Sports Taipei City Government Hydraulic Engineering Oce Public Works Department Taipei City Government Songshan District Oce Taipei City Taipei City Public Transportation OceSpecial Thanks to Songshan Ciyou Temple Raohe St Night Marker Management Committee
Taipei possesses a rich cultural landscape brimming with heritage sites and museums that are unique treasures ndash all leading national attractions in their categories all expressions of the cityrsquos deep cultural and knowledge currents In this issue wersquove mapped out three special touring routes taking you to the leisurely and walkable Zhongshan and Shilin districts the heritage-laden Borsquoai Special District and the art galleries down the east arearsquos lane and alley grid experiencing unique beauty of art and humanity of Taipei in the heated summer
Zhongshan amp Shilin Museum TourZhongshan N Road built in the Japanese colonial period was originally called the ldquoImperial Envoy Roadrdquo The camphor and Chinese sweet gum shade trees that line the avenue give it a relaxed ambience despite the busy traffic From its beginning in the city core out to Shilin District the route is also rich in museums showcasing everything from historical artifacts to modern art
❶ National Palace MuseumThe National Palace Museum is built in Chinese-palace architectural style The first through third floors have exhibition spaces On the fourth is the Sanxitang Teahouse The museumrsquos collection are over 650000 and inherited from Chinarsquos Song Yuan Ming and Qing Dynasties which have been praised as ldquotreasure vault of the Chinese culturerdquo and made it a tourist must-visit
Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2881-2021
❷ Shung Ye Museum of Formosan AboriginesLocated diagonally across from the National Palace Museum this is Taiwanrsquos first private museum focused on the nationrsquos indigenous peoples In addition to its extensive collection of indigenous-culture artifacts the museum stages a diversity of educational sessions and other activities to raise awareness of Taiwan indigenous culture
Add 282 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2841-2611 (Closed on Monday)
❸ Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and PastryBeyond exploring the cultural customs surrounding engagements weddings and other celebrations this museum also stages regular DIY cakepastry sessions bringing visitors the joy of crafting their own sweet treats and a glimpse into the traditional Taiwanese cake and pastry culture
Add 4F 546 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2838-2700 ext 1 (Closed on every other Monday)
ToursTAIPEI
❹ Shilin Official ResidenceIn the Japanese colonial period this was the Shilin Horticultural Experimental Station later it became the official residence of former ROC President and Madame Chiang Kai-shek Because Madame loved roses expansive rose gardens were set up and today rose and chrysanthemum shows are regularly staged along with other small-scale flower shows The strong Chinese traditional-culture look inside the main residence has been retained contrasting with the Western-style exterior blending aesthetically with the surrounding greenery
Add 60 Fulin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2881-2512 2883-6340
❺ Shilin Tourist Night MarketTaipeirsquos largest night market visitors taste-test their way through a grand emporium of snack treats from all Taiwan localities The authentic delicious food such as ldquolittle bun wrapped in big bunrdquo Shanghai pan-fried stuffed buns oyster omelets deep-fried chicken cutlets tempura pearl milk tea shaved-ice treats making here become a must-go place to taste local treats
Add 101 Jihe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2881-5557
❻ Taipei Expo Park Maji Maji SquareTaipei Expo Park is made up of much of the area used for the 2010 Taipei Intrsquol Flora Expo the Yuanshan Park Area Fine Arts Park Area and Xinsheng Park Area Remaining original elements include 3D plant-and-flower walls sculpted flower walls Flora Rainbows and the Sea of Flowers landscape area Diverse exhibits and cultural performances are held in the pavilions and an outdoor farmersrsquo market is held on holidays Snug in a corner is Maji Maji Square filled with small shops a merry-go-round restaurants and kiosk eateries
Add 1 Yumen St Taipei CityTel (02)2182-8886 2597-7112
❼ Taipei Fine Arts MuseumThe TFAM exterior is in modernist architectural style the interior is laid out like a traditional four-sided courtyard residence and the works by well-known sculptors grace the front plaza It is the favorite place of art enthusiasts
Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2595-7656 (Closed on Monday)
❽ Lin An Tai Historical House and MuseumBuilt in the Qing dynasty this is one of Taiwanrsquos foremost examples of traditional south Fujian-style residential architecture Visitors meander the complex enjoying the swallowtail roofs and elaborate stonewood carving The folk-culture artifacts in the rooms provide a glimpse into yesteryear living The grounds are a fine example of old-time south Fujian-style gardens Enjoy a cooling outdoor music concert from 1500~1800 on August 15th and Taiwan hand-puppet theater exhibit from August to October
Add 5 Binjiang St Taipei CityTel (02)2599-6026 (Closed on Monday)
Taipei History Art Touring
Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 4 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 2 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 2 Xinsheng N Rd
Songjiang Rd
Sec 1 Minsheng E Rd
Sec 2 Zhishan Rd
Fulin Rd
Zhongzheng Rd
Qian StMeilun St
Sec 1 Nanjing E Rd
Nanjing W Rd
Sec 1 Changrsquoan E RdChangrsquoan W Rd
Keelung River
The Grand Hotel
Wenlin Rd
Jihe Rd
Jihe RdMinsheng W Rd
Minzu W Rd Minzu E Rd
Binjiang St
3
4
2
1
6
7
109
Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and Pastry
5
Shilin Tourist Night Market
Shilin Ocial Residence
Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
GALERIE BistroSPOT-Taipei
Lin Tien CooperyCafeacute Monument
TSAI JUI-YUEH Dance Research Institude
National Palace Museum
Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines
MRT Zhishan Station
MRT Shilin Station
MRT Jiantan Station
MRT Yuanshan Station
MRT Zhongshan Station
MRT Shuanglian Station
MRT Minquan W Rd Station
MRT Zhongshan ElementarySchool Station
Taipei Expo Park Maji Maji Square
1211
8
Taipei Fine Arts Museum SPOT-Taipei
❾ GALERIE BistroIn a white 80-year-old Baroque-style house converted by the second-generation owner is the GALERIE Bistro which serves French and Italian cuisine The delicious Italian and French creations brim with a rich sense of romance The ownerrsquos treasured artworks collection is on display in the covered corridor adding to the artistic atmosphere
Add 2 Ln 25 Nanjing W Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2558-0096
❿ SPOT-TaipeiA Historical Relic of the Third Rank ndash originally the US ambassadorsrsquo residence ndash this building mimics an American deep-south colonial-style manor Inside is an art-film cinema cafeacute cultural-creative goods shop etc Sip your coffee in a high-ceilinged white-walled space inside or outside under old shade trees enjoying the precious urban-oasis ambience
Add 18 Sec 2 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2511-7786 (Closed on Monday occasionally)
⓫ Cafeacute MonumentThis Baroque-style building is almost 90 years old housed a number of different businesses before being abandoned for decades Lovingly restored by art-loving entrepreneur Zeng Chao-man sit back to enjoy the music and drifting coffee aromas in this fine old spot a great place to wile away an afternoon
Add 2 Changrsquoan W Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2581-6088
⓬ Lin Tien CooperyAt this old shop run by the third generation of a barrel-maker family the mottled shop sign gives a sense of its history The familyrsquos skills were originally learned from a Japanese master The containers made by cypress and china fir are combination of stylish and durable
Add 108 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2541-1354
Borsquoai Special District Heritage TourBorsquoai Special District is the ldquoheart of the Taiwan capitalrdquo In the cityrsquos Zhongzheng District the Presidential Office Building is its core Home to many seats of key central-government organizations bringing architectural gravitas it is a witness to dramatic historical periods ndash notably the Qing Dynasty Japanese colonial period and Taiwan Retrocession (since 1945) era The enclaversquos many architectural gems have endless stories to tell ndash time portals linking the Taipei of yesterday to today
❶ Futai Street MansionFutai Street Mansion is one of Taiwanrsquos oldest examples of Western-style townhouse architecture Today a boutique museum on the second floor is the ldquoDiscover Taipei Cityrdquo regular exhibit which juxtaposes oldnew maps and photos to explain Taipeirsquos evolution Opening on October 10th is a special exhibit of photos depicting 1960srsquo Yilan County through the lens of master photographer Qiu Jin-yi
Add 26 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-8080 (Closed on Sunday)
❷ ARKI GALEacuteRIAARKI GALEacuteRIArsquos distinctive ldquobare designrdquo interior features paint-removed secondhand and recycled-wood furniture The warm gentle lighting creates a relaxed comfortable ambience making visitors sipping coffee or reading feel as though sitting in their own home Irregularly scheduled exhibitions and other cultural events are staged in the exhibit hall This has become one of Taipeirsquos hottest new-style cultural-creative venues
Add B1 2 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2382-1000
❸ Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House (Sun Yat-sen Park)This facility is a traditional Japanese-style wood construction The furnishings copy the period when Dr Sun Yat-sen stayed here pictures depict his time in Taipei and various precious representative Sun artifacts are in place including a tea table and manuscripts The grounds in traditional courtyard-garden style have bamboo plus pine and plum trees that nicely contrast with the arcade and arch bridge
Add 46 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3359 (Closed on Monday)
❹ No1 Wellington StreetReproducing the graceful culture of old-time Hong Kong-style tea restaurants British-style trappings are used to evoke 1950s1960s London and an EnglishHong Kong fusion is brought to the Cantonese dishes and inexpensive authentic classic dim sum selections The retro atmosphere and tastes are delicious
Add 5F 12 Guanqian Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 6630-9088
❺ Cafeacute AstoriaThis cafeacute is a Taipei icon for Russian food and culture The 1F confectionery sells traditional Russian baked items the 2F cafeacute offers Russian foods including borscht and sirloin cooked Russian-style presenting you authentic Russian flavors The cafeacutersquos soft sweets were much loved by Faina Chiang Fang-liang wife of former President Chiang Ching-kuo A preferred venue for the Chiangs to receive Chinese and foreign dignitaries and hold dinner functions this was also long a haunt for Taipei artists and literati
Add 2F 5 Sec 1 Wuchang St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-5589
❻ Zhongshan Hall Fortress CafeacuteThis Historical Relic of the Second Rank is in the Spanish Moorish style Its Guangfu Auditorium was once used for state banquets The Fortress Cafeacute on second floor is a cultured leisure space combining European nobility and Mediterranean character enjoy the flamenco dance performances here (evenings first weekend each month)
Add 98 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3137 2381-9551
❼ Shanghai Lungchi RestaurantPreserving great flavors for three generations this restaurant is a rare Taipei gem serving authentic Shanghai cuisine ndash a favorite with old Taipei residents homesick for mainland China and gourmands seeking old-time tastes
Add 1 Ln 101 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2331-5078
❽ National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition HallThis exhibition hall was originally the building of Land Bank The exterior features eight robust columns and sturdy walls with ornate classical animal-head and rose Egyptian and Mayan motifs Inside there is a regular exhibition Taiwan Paleontology Exhibit In the second floor Cafeacute Rainforest gaze at a giant dinosaur and enjoy exclusive ldquodinosaur mealrdquo for kids A fun fossil-dig activity is held daily 1130~1200 and films on dinosaurs are shown 1330~1630 ndash all free
Add 25 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-2699 (Closed on Monday)
❾ Laopai The Park ndash Sour Plum DrinkLaopai The Park ndash Sour Plum Drink is in a baroque style building at the corner of 228 Peace Park it is a long-time Taipei old-timer favorite for dispelling the summer heat Tradition is king ndash its hawthorn berry licorice smoked plums and other ingredients are together boiled six hours The old shop in a nostalgia-inducing Baroque-style building offers one-of-a-kind flavors in its house sour-plum juice and tri-color ice-cream
Add 2 Hengyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2311-3009Zhongshan Hall Fortress Cafeacute National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
Baoqing Rd
Sec 1 Changsha St
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Nanhai Rd
Aiguo W Rd
Aiguo E Rd
Guangzhou St
Sec 2 Heping W Rd
Ln 6 Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 1 Nanchang Rd
Sec 1 Roosevelt Rd
6
12
1615
13
3
5
11
1
1
4
8
2
9
10
14
ARKI GALEacuteRIA
Presidential Oce Building
Cafeacute Astoria
Shanghai Lungchi Restaurant
Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat Wontons
Laopai The Park-Sour Plum Drink
Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall
National Museum of History
Taipei Botanical GardenNanmon-cho 323
Guest House of Imperial Envoys
228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial Museum
Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House(Sun Yat-sen Park)
National Taiwan Museum
Zhongshan HallFortress Cafeacute
Futai Street Mansion
National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
No1 Wellington Street
7
MRT Taipei Main Station
MRT Xiaonanmen Station
MRT Chiang Kai-ShekMemorial Hall Station
MRT Ximen StationMRT NTU Hospital Station
Taipei Postal Oce
National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Bank of Taiwan
Dongmen
University of Taipei
National Central Library
National Concert Hall
National Theater
NTU Museum of Medical Humanities
ChengHuang Temple
Nanmen
Xiaonanmen
Beimen
Sec 1 Kaifeng St
Sec 1 Wuchang St
Sec 1 Hankou St
Hengyang Rd
Xiangyang Rd
Changde St
Beiping W Rd
Qingdao W Rd
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Ketagalan Blvd
Sec 1 Zhongxiao W Rd
Sec 1 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Xinyi Rd
Yanping S Rd
Guanqian Rd
Nanyang St G
ongyuan Rd
Gongyuan Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
Sec 1 Chongqing S RdYanping S RdTaoyuan St
Yanping S Rd
Yanping S Rd
Borsquoai Rd
Huaining St
Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd
National Taiwan Museum Presidential Office Building Nanmon-cho 323
❿ National Taiwan MuseumNational Taiwan museum was established in 1908 has standing exhibitions on Taiwanrsquos history biology and natural environment and periodic special exhibits and lectures Until 830 take in the Mysterious Pescadores The Four Islands of Southern Penghu Exhibition A Unique New Breed of Gems Taiwan Black Jade Exhibition and Vivid Ancestor Paintings - A Plains Aborigines Exhibition
Add 2 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2382-2566 (Closed on Monday)
⓫ Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat WontonsA Taoyuan Street fixture for 40-plus years this eatery specializes in wontons made fresh daily providing costumes with ultimate freshness and unbeatable value Itrsquos old-time flavors have a city-wide reputation
Add 5 amp 7 Taoyuan St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-1007
⓬ Taipei Hero House Ruyi HallThe Second floor of Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall which opens at 0600 each day serves an all-you-can-eat Taiwan-style breakfast Accompany your sweet-potato congee with five different stir-fried vegetables and an egg fried fresh There is also traditional soy-sauce pickle a Japanese-traveler favorite Finish your filling inexpensive repast with fresh-made red bean soup
Add 2F 20 Sec 1 Changsha St Taipei CityTel (02)2331-9722
⓭ Presidential Office BuildingBuilt in 1919 replete with the artistic flourishes of Renaissance-style architecture this building has stood witness over 100 years of Taiwan history On public visits enjoy its photographs and films of different periods gaining understanding of the process from Japanrsquos Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan to today Finish by picking up a nifty memento at the souvenir center
Add 122 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2312-0760
⓮ 228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial MuseumThis European-style park with a tropical character was established in 1935 There is a fusion of Chinese and Western elements including a fountain arch bridge breezy pavilion and royal palms Other highlights are two old steam engines ldquoCloud Riderrdquo and ldquoTRA No 9rdquo On the south side is the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum displaying historical materials on 1947rsquos infamous 228 Incident The cafeacute here has a tranquil air ndash a place to take a rest in the afternoon
Add 3 Ketalagan Blvd Taipei CityTel (02)2389-7228 (Closed on Monday)
⓯ Taipei Botanical Garden Nanmon-cho 323 Guest House of Imperial Envoys
In this remarkable ldquogreen paradiserdquo garden opened over a century ago are 1600-plus types of plants The wooden bungalow by the Lotus Pond was originally Taiwan Forestry Research Institute staff quarters in the Japannese colonial period Today after renovation and ldquoNanmon-cho 323rdquo re-naming it showcases the Japanese courtyard style Also within the botanical garden is Taiwanrsquos only remaining example of Qing Dynasty government-office architecture a distinctive work in the traditional south Fujian style shaped like the Chinese character ldquo 田 rdquo (paddy field) and contrasting markedly with most Japanese-style heritage architecture
Location Heping W Rd and Nanhai Rd IntersectionTel (02)2303-9978
⓰ National Museum of HistoryOn the Taipei Botanical Garden grounds the National Museum of History building is a MingQing-Dynasty architectural-style mix Its collection is focused on antiquities from the Yellow River Han Chinese cultural area with a secondary focus on early Taiwan culture Enjoy a fine Lotus Pond view from the 2F Wang Yen Hsuan cafeacute the blooming lotus beauties during May to September bring carefree joyous relaxation
Add 49 Nanhai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2361-0270
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 151 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 84 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Ln 83 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd
Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
2
1
5
7
8
Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
3
6
4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
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The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
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at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
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Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
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Taipei possesses a rich cultural landscape brimming with heritage sites and museums that are unique treasures ndash all leading national attractions in their categories all expressions of the cityrsquos deep cultural and knowledge currents In this issue wersquove mapped out three special touring routes taking you to the leisurely and walkable Zhongshan and Shilin districts the heritage-laden Borsquoai Special District and the art galleries down the east arearsquos lane and alley grid experiencing unique beauty of art and humanity of Taipei in the heated summer
Zhongshan amp Shilin Museum TourZhongshan N Road built in the Japanese colonial period was originally called the ldquoImperial Envoy Roadrdquo The camphor and Chinese sweet gum shade trees that line the avenue give it a relaxed ambience despite the busy traffic From its beginning in the city core out to Shilin District the route is also rich in museums showcasing everything from historical artifacts to modern art
❶ National Palace MuseumThe National Palace Museum is built in Chinese-palace architectural style The first through third floors have exhibition spaces On the fourth is the Sanxitang Teahouse The museumrsquos collection are over 650000 and inherited from Chinarsquos Song Yuan Ming and Qing Dynasties which have been praised as ldquotreasure vault of the Chinese culturerdquo and made it a tourist must-visit
Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2881-2021
❷ Shung Ye Museum of Formosan AboriginesLocated diagonally across from the National Palace Museum this is Taiwanrsquos first private museum focused on the nationrsquos indigenous peoples In addition to its extensive collection of indigenous-culture artifacts the museum stages a diversity of educational sessions and other activities to raise awareness of Taiwan indigenous culture
Add 282 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2841-2611 (Closed on Monday)
❸ Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and PastryBeyond exploring the cultural customs surrounding engagements weddings and other celebrations this museum also stages regular DIY cakepastry sessions bringing visitors the joy of crafting their own sweet treats and a glimpse into the traditional Taiwanese cake and pastry culture
Add 4F 546 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2838-2700 ext 1 (Closed on every other Monday)
ToursTAIPEI
❹ Shilin Official ResidenceIn the Japanese colonial period this was the Shilin Horticultural Experimental Station later it became the official residence of former ROC President and Madame Chiang Kai-shek Because Madame loved roses expansive rose gardens were set up and today rose and chrysanthemum shows are regularly staged along with other small-scale flower shows The strong Chinese traditional-culture look inside the main residence has been retained contrasting with the Western-style exterior blending aesthetically with the surrounding greenery
Add 60 Fulin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2881-2512 2883-6340
❺ Shilin Tourist Night MarketTaipeirsquos largest night market visitors taste-test their way through a grand emporium of snack treats from all Taiwan localities The authentic delicious food such as ldquolittle bun wrapped in big bunrdquo Shanghai pan-fried stuffed buns oyster omelets deep-fried chicken cutlets tempura pearl milk tea shaved-ice treats making here become a must-go place to taste local treats
Add 101 Jihe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2881-5557
❻ Taipei Expo Park Maji Maji SquareTaipei Expo Park is made up of much of the area used for the 2010 Taipei Intrsquol Flora Expo the Yuanshan Park Area Fine Arts Park Area and Xinsheng Park Area Remaining original elements include 3D plant-and-flower walls sculpted flower walls Flora Rainbows and the Sea of Flowers landscape area Diverse exhibits and cultural performances are held in the pavilions and an outdoor farmersrsquo market is held on holidays Snug in a corner is Maji Maji Square filled with small shops a merry-go-round restaurants and kiosk eateries
Add 1 Yumen St Taipei CityTel (02)2182-8886 2597-7112
❼ Taipei Fine Arts MuseumThe TFAM exterior is in modernist architectural style the interior is laid out like a traditional four-sided courtyard residence and the works by well-known sculptors grace the front plaza It is the favorite place of art enthusiasts
Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2595-7656 (Closed on Monday)
❽ Lin An Tai Historical House and MuseumBuilt in the Qing dynasty this is one of Taiwanrsquos foremost examples of traditional south Fujian-style residential architecture Visitors meander the complex enjoying the swallowtail roofs and elaborate stonewood carving The folk-culture artifacts in the rooms provide a glimpse into yesteryear living The grounds are a fine example of old-time south Fujian-style gardens Enjoy a cooling outdoor music concert from 1500~1800 on August 15th and Taiwan hand-puppet theater exhibit from August to October
Add 5 Binjiang St Taipei CityTel (02)2599-6026 (Closed on Monday)
Taipei History Art Touring
Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 4 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 2 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd
Sec 2 Xinsheng N Rd
Songjiang Rd
Sec 1 Minsheng E Rd
Sec 2 Zhishan Rd
Fulin Rd
Zhongzheng Rd
Qian StMeilun St
Sec 1 Nanjing E Rd
Nanjing W Rd
Sec 1 Changrsquoan E RdChangrsquoan W Rd
Keelung River
The Grand Hotel
Wenlin Rd
Jihe Rd
Jihe RdMinsheng W Rd
Minzu W Rd Minzu E Rd
Binjiang St
3
4
2
1
6
7
109
Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and Pastry
5
Shilin Tourist Night Market
Shilin Ocial Residence
Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
GALERIE BistroSPOT-Taipei
Lin Tien CooperyCafeacute Monument
TSAI JUI-YUEH Dance Research Institude
National Palace Museum
Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines
MRT Zhishan Station
MRT Shilin Station
MRT Jiantan Station
MRT Yuanshan Station
MRT Zhongshan Station
MRT Shuanglian Station
MRT Minquan W Rd Station
MRT Zhongshan ElementarySchool Station
Taipei Expo Park Maji Maji Square
1211
8
Taipei Fine Arts Museum SPOT-Taipei
❾ GALERIE BistroIn a white 80-year-old Baroque-style house converted by the second-generation owner is the GALERIE Bistro which serves French and Italian cuisine The delicious Italian and French creations brim with a rich sense of romance The ownerrsquos treasured artworks collection is on display in the covered corridor adding to the artistic atmosphere
Add 2 Ln 25 Nanjing W Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2558-0096
❿ SPOT-TaipeiA Historical Relic of the Third Rank ndash originally the US ambassadorsrsquo residence ndash this building mimics an American deep-south colonial-style manor Inside is an art-film cinema cafeacute cultural-creative goods shop etc Sip your coffee in a high-ceilinged white-walled space inside or outside under old shade trees enjoying the precious urban-oasis ambience
Add 18 Sec 2 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2511-7786 (Closed on Monday occasionally)
⓫ Cafeacute MonumentThis Baroque-style building is almost 90 years old housed a number of different businesses before being abandoned for decades Lovingly restored by art-loving entrepreneur Zeng Chao-man sit back to enjoy the music and drifting coffee aromas in this fine old spot a great place to wile away an afternoon
Add 2 Changrsquoan W Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2581-6088
⓬ Lin Tien CooperyAt this old shop run by the third generation of a barrel-maker family the mottled shop sign gives a sense of its history The familyrsquos skills were originally learned from a Japanese master The containers made by cypress and china fir are combination of stylish and durable
Add 108 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2541-1354
Borsquoai Special District Heritage TourBorsquoai Special District is the ldquoheart of the Taiwan capitalrdquo In the cityrsquos Zhongzheng District the Presidential Office Building is its core Home to many seats of key central-government organizations bringing architectural gravitas it is a witness to dramatic historical periods ndash notably the Qing Dynasty Japanese colonial period and Taiwan Retrocession (since 1945) era The enclaversquos many architectural gems have endless stories to tell ndash time portals linking the Taipei of yesterday to today
❶ Futai Street MansionFutai Street Mansion is one of Taiwanrsquos oldest examples of Western-style townhouse architecture Today a boutique museum on the second floor is the ldquoDiscover Taipei Cityrdquo regular exhibit which juxtaposes oldnew maps and photos to explain Taipeirsquos evolution Opening on October 10th is a special exhibit of photos depicting 1960srsquo Yilan County through the lens of master photographer Qiu Jin-yi
Add 26 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-8080 (Closed on Sunday)
❷ ARKI GALEacuteRIAARKI GALEacuteRIArsquos distinctive ldquobare designrdquo interior features paint-removed secondhand and recycled-wood furniture The warm gentle lighting creates a relaxed comfortable ambience making visitors sipping coffee or reading feel as though sitting in their own home Irregularly scheduled exhibitions and other cultural events are staged in the exhibit hall This has become one of Taipeirsquos hottest new-style cultural-creative venues
Add B1 2 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2382-1000
❸ Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House (Sun Yat-sen Park)This facility is a traditional Japanese-style wood construction The furnishings copy the period when Dr Sun Yat-sen stayed here pictures depict his time in Taipei and various precious representative Sun artifacts are in place including a tea table and manuscripts The grounds in traditional courtyard-garden style have bamboo plus pine and plum trees that nicely contrast with the arcade and arch bridge
Add 46 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3359 (Closed on Monday)
❹ No1 Wellington StreetReproducing the graceful culture of old-time Hong Kong-style tea restaurants British-style trappings are used to evoke 1950s1960s London and an EnglishHong Kong fusion is brought to the Cantonese dishes and inexpensive authentic classic dim sum selections The retro atmosphere and tastes are delicious
Add 5F 12 Guanqian Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 6630-9088
❺ Cafeacute AstoriaThis cafeacute is a Taipei icon for Russian food and culture The 1F confectionery sells traditional Russian baked items the 2F cafeacute offers Russian foods including borscht and sirloin cooked Russian-style presenting you authentic Russian flavors The cafeacutersquos soft sweets were much loved by Faina Chiang Fang-liang wife of former President Chiang Ching-kuo A preferred venue for the Chiangs to receive Chinese and foreign dignitaries and hold dinner functions this was also long a haunt for Taipei artists and literati
Add 2F 5 Sec 1 Wuchang St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-5589
❻ Zhongshan Hall Fortress CafeacuteThis Historical Relic of the Second Rank is in the Spanish Moorish style Its Guangfu Auditorium was once used for state banquets The Fortress Cafeacute on second floor is a cultured leisure space combining European nobility and Mediterranean character enjoy the flamenco dance performances here (evenings first weekend each month)
Add 98 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3137 2381-9551
❼ Shanghai Lungchi RestaurantPreserving great flavors for three generations this restaurant is a rare Taipei gem serving authentic Shanghai cuisine ndash a favorite with old Taipei residents homesick for mainland China and gourmands seeking old-time tastes
Add 1 Ln 101 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2331-5078
❽ National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition HallThis exhibition hall was originally the building of Land Bank The exterior features eight robust columns and sturdy walls with ornate classical animal-head and rose Egyptian and Mayan motifs Inside there is a regular exhibition Taiwan Paleontology Exhibit In the second floor Cafeacute Rainforest gaze at a giant dinosaur and enjoy exclusive ldquodinosaur mealrdquo for kids A fun fossil-dig activity is held daily 1130~1200 and films on dinosaurs are shown 1330~1630 ndash all free
Add 25 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-2699 (Closed on Monday)
❾ Laopai The Park ndash Sour Plum DrinkLaopai The Park ndash Sour Plum Drink is in a baroque style building at the corner of 228 Peace Park it is a long-time Taipei old-timer favorite for dispelling the summer heat Tradition is king ndash its hawthorn berry licorice smoked plums and other ingredients are together boiled six hours The old shop in a nostalgia-inducing Baroque-style building offers one-of-a-kind flavors in its house sour-plum juice and tri-color ice-cream
Add 2 Hengyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2311-3009Zhongshan Hall Fortress Cafeacute National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
Baoqing Rd
Sec 1 Changsha St
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Nanhai Rd
Aiguo W Rd
Aiguo E Rd
Guangzhou St
Sec 2 Heping W Rd
Ln 6 Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 1 Nanchang Rd
Sec 1 Roosevelt Rd
6
12
1615
13
3
5
11
1
1
4
8
2
9
10
14
ARKI GALEacuteRIA
Presidential Oce Building
Cafeacute Astoria
Shanghai Lungchi Restaurant
Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat Wontons
Laopai The Park-Sour Plum Drink
Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall
National Museum of History
Taipei Botanical GardenNanmon-cho 323
Guest House of Imperial Envoys
228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial Museum
Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House(Sun Yat-sen Park)
National Taiwan Museum
Zhongshan HallFortress Cafeacute
Futai Street Mansion
National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
No1 Wellington Street
7
MRT Taipei Main Station
MRT Xiaonanmen Station
MRT Chiang Kai-ShekMemorial Hall Station
MRT Ximen StationMRT NTU Hospital Station
Taipei Postal Oce
National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Bank of Taiwan
Dongmen
University of Taipei
National Central Library
National Concert Hall
National Theater
NTU Museum of Medical Humanities
ChengHuang Temple
Nanmen
Xiaonanmen
Beimen
Sec 1 Kaifeng St
Sec 1 Wuchang St
Sec 1 Hankou St
Hengyang Rd
Xiangyang Rd
Changde St
Beiping W Rd
Qingdao W Rd
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Ketagalan Blvd
Sec 1 Zhongxiao W Rd
Sec 1 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Xinyi Rd
Yanping S Rd
Guanqian Rd
Nanyang St G
ongyuan Rd
Gongyuan Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
Sec 1 Chongqing S RdYanping S RdTaoyuan St
Yanping S Rd
Yanping S Rd
Borsquoai Rd
Huaining St
Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd
National Taiwan Museum Presidential Office Building Nanmon-cho 323
❿ National Taiwan MuseumNational Taiwan museum was established in 1908 has standing exhibitions on Taiwanrsquos history biology and natural environment and periodic special exhibits and lectures Until 830 take in the Mysterious Pescadores The Four Islands of Southern Penghu Exhibition A Unique New Breed of Gems Taiwan Black Jade Exhibition and Vivid Ancestor Paintings - A Plains Aborigines Exhibition
Add 2 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2382-2566 (Closed on Monday)
⓫ Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat WontonsA Taoyuan Street fixture for 40-plus years this eatery specializes in wontons made fresh daily providing costumes with ultimate freshness and unbeatable value Itrsquos old-time flavors have a city-wide reputation
Add 5 amp 7 Taoyuan St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-1007
⓬ Taipei Hero House Ruyi HallThe Second floor of Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall which opens at 0600 each day serves an all-you-can-eat Taiwan-style breakfast Accompany your sweet-potato congee with five different stir-fried vegetables and an egg fried fresh There is also traditional soy-sauce pickle a Japanese-traveler favorite Finish your filling inexpensive repast with fresh-made red bean soup
Add 2F 20 Sec 1 Changsha St Taipei CityTel (02)2331-9722
⓭ Presidential Office BuildingBuilt in 1919 replete with the artistic flourishes of Renaissance-style architecture this building has stood witness over 100 years of Taiwan history On public visits enjoy its photographs and films of different periods gaining understanding of the process from Japanrsquos Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan to today Finish by picking up a nifty memento at the souvenir center
Add 122 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2312-0760
⓮ 228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial MuseumThis European-style park with a tropical character was established in 1935 There is a fusion of Chinese and Western elements including a fountain arch bridge breezy pavilion and royal palms Other highlights are two old steam engines ldquoCloud Riderrdquo and ldquoTRA No 9rdquo On the south side is the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum displaying historical materials on 1947rsquos infamous 228 Incident The cafeacute here has a tranquil air ndash a place to take a rest in the afternoon
Add 3 Ketalagan Blvd Taipei CityTel (02)2389-7228 (Closed on Monday)
⓯ Taipei Botanical Garden Nanmon-cho 323 Guest House of Imperial Envoys
In this remarkable ldquogreen paradiserdquo garden opened over a century ago are 1600-plus types of plants The wooden bungalow by the Lotus Pond was originally Taiwan Forestry Research Institute staff quarters in the Japannese colonial period Today after renovation and ldquoNanmon-cho 323rdquo re-naming it showcases the Japanese courtyard style Also within the botanical garden is Taiwanrsquos only remaining example of Qing Dynasty government-office architecture a distinctive work in the traditional south Fujian style shaped like the Chinese character ldquo 田 rdquo (paddy field) and contrasting markedly with most Japanese-style heritage architecture
Location Heping W Rd and Nanhai Rd IntersectionTel (02)2303-9978
⓰ National Museum of HistoryOn the Taipei Botanical Garden grounds the National Museum of History building is a MingQing-Dynasty architectural-style mix Its collection is focused on antiquities from the Yellow River Han Chinese cultural area with a secondary focus on early Taiwan culture Enjoy a fine Lotus Pond view from the 2F Wang Yen Hsuan cafeacute the blooming lotus beauties during May to September bring carefree joyous relaxation
Add 49 Nanhai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2361-0270
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 151 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 84 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Ln 83 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd
Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
2
1
5
7
8
Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
3
6
4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
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(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
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The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
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Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
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Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
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Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
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Tel (02)2723-6836
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Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
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Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
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Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
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MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
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store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
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place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
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Qian StMeilun St
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Keelung River
The Grand Hotel
Wenlin Rd
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Minzu W Rd Minzu E Rd
Binjiang St
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Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and Pastry
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Shilin Tourist Night Market
Shilin Ocial Residence
Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
GALERIE BistroSPOT-Taipei
Lin Tien CooperyCafeacute Monument
TSAI JUI-YUEH Dance Research Institude
National Palace Museum
Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines
MRT Zhishan Station
MRT Shilin Station
MRT Jiantan Station
MRT Yuanshan Station
MRT Zhongshan Station
MRT Shuanglian Station
MRT Minquan W Rd Station
MRT Zhongshan ElementarySchool Station
Taipei Expo Park Maji Maji Square
1211
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Taipei Fine Arts Museum SPOT-Taipei
❾ GALERIE BistroIn a white 80-year-old Baroque-style house converted by the second-generation owner is the GALERIE Bistro which serves French and Italian cuisine The delicious Italian and French creations brim with a rich sense of romance The ownerrsquos treasured artworks collection is on display in the covered corridor adding to the artistic atmosphere
Add 2 Ln 25 Nanjing W Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2558-0096
❿ SPOT-TaipeiA Historical Relic of the Third Rank ndash originally the US ambassadorsrsquo residence ndash this building mimics an American deep-south colonial-style manor Inside is an art-film cinema cafeacute cultural-creative goods shop etc Sip your coffee in a high-ceilinged white-walled space inside or outside under old shade trees enjoying the precious urban-oasis ambience
Add 18 Sec 2 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2511-7786 (Closed on Monday occasionally)
⓫ Cafeacute MonumentThis Baroque-style building is almost 90 years old housed a number of different businesses before being abandoned for decades Lovingly restored by art-loving entrepreneur Zeng Chao-man sit back to enjoy the music and drifting coffee aromas in this fine old spot a great place to wile away an afternoon
Add 2 Changrsquoan W Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2581-6088
⓬ Lin Tien CooperyAt this old shop run by the third generation of a barrel-maker family the mottled shop sign gives a sense of its history The familyrsquos skills were originally learned from a Japanese master The containers made by cypress and china fir are combination of stylish and durable
Add 108 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2541-1354
Borsquoai Special District Heritage TourBorsquoai Special District is the ldquoheart of the Taiwan capitalrdquo In the cityrsquos Zhongzheng District the Presidential Office Building is its core Home to many seats of key central-government organizations bringing architectural gravitas it is a witness to dramatic historical periods ndash notably the Qing Dynasty Japanese colonial period and Taiwan Retrocession (since 1945) era The enclaversquos many architectural gems have endless stories to tell ndash time portals linking the Taipei of yesterday to today
❶ Futai Street MansionFutai Street Mansion is one of Taiwanrsquos oldest examples of Western-style townhouse architecture Today a boutique museum on the second floor is the ldquoDiscover Taipei Cityrdquo regular exhibit which juxtaposes oldnew maps and photos to explain Taipeirsquos evolution Opening on October 10th is a special exhibit of photos depicting 1960srsquo Yilan County through the lens of master photographer Qiu Jin-yi
Add 26 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-8080 (Closed on Sunday)
❷ ARKI GALEacuteRIAARKI GALEacuteRIArsquos distinctive ldquobare designrdquo interior features paint-removed secondhand and recycled-wood furniture The warm gentle lighting creates a relaxed comfortable ambience making visitors sipping coffee or reading feel as though sitting in their own home Irregularly scheduled exhibitions and other cultural events are staged in the exhibit hall This has become one of Taipeirsquos hottest new-style cultural-creative venues
Add B1 2 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2382-1000
❸ Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House (Sun Yat-sen Park)This facility is a traditional Japanese-style wood construction The furnishings copy the period when Dr Sun Yat-sen stayed here pictures depict his time in Taipei and various precious representative Sun artifacts are in place including a tea table and manuscripts The grounds in traditional courtyard-garden style have bamboo plus pine and plum trees that nicely contrast with the arcade and arch bridge
Add 46 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3359 (Closed on Monday)
❹ No1 Wellington StreetReproducing the graceful culture of old-time Hong Kong-style tea restaurants British-style trappings are used to evoke 1950s1960s London and an EnglishHong Kong fusion is brought to the Cantonese dishes and inexpensive authentic classic dim sum selections The retro atmosphere and tastes are delicious
Add 5F 12 Guanqian Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 6630-9088
❺ Cafeacute AstoriaThis cafeacute is a Taipei icon for Russian food and culture The 1F confectionery sells traditional Russian baked items the 2F cafeacute offers Russian foods including borscht and sirloin cooked Russian-style presenting you authentic Russian flavors The cafeacutersquos soft sweets were much loved by Faina Chiang Fang-liang wife of former President Chiang Ching-kuo A preferred venue for the Chiangs to receive Chinese and foreign dignitaries and hold dinner functions this was also long a haunt for Taipei artists and literati
Add 2F 5 Sec 1 Wuchang St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-5589
❻ Zhongshan Hall Fortress CafeacuteThis Historical Relic of the Second Rank is in the Spanish Moorish style Its Guangfu Auditorium was once used for state banquets The Fortress Cafeacute on second floor is a cultured leisure space combining European nobility and Mediterranean character enjoy the flamenco dance performances here (evenings first weekend each month)
Add 98 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3137 2381-9551
❼ Shanghai Lungchi RestaurantPreserving great flavors for three generations this restaurant is a rare Taipei gem serving authentic Shanghai cuisine ndash a favorite with old Taipei residents homesick for mainland China and gourmands seeking old-time tastes
Add 1 Ln 101 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2331-5078
❽ National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition HallThis exhibition hall was originally the building of Land Bank The exterior features eight robust columns and sturdy walls with ornate classical animal-head and rose Egyptian and Mayan motifs Inside there is a regular exhibition Taiwan Paleontology Exhibit In the second floor Cafeacute Rainforest gaze at a giant dinosaur and enjoy exclusive ldquodinosaur mealrdquo for kids A fun fossil-dig activity is held daily 1130~1200 and films on dinosaurs are shown 1330~1630 ndash all free
Add 25 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-2699 (Closed on Monday)
❾ Laopai The Park ndash Sour Plum DrinkLaopai The Park ndash Sour Plum Drink is in a baroque style building at the corner of 228 Peace Park it is a long-time Taipei old-timer favorite for dispelling the summer heat Tradition is king ndash its hawthorn berry licorice smoked plums and other ingredients are together boiled six hours The old shop in a nostalgia-inducing Baroque-style building offers one-of-a-kind flavors in its house sour-plum juice and tri-color ice-cream
Add 2 Hengyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2311-3009Zhongshan Hall Fortress Cafeacute National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
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Nanhai Rd
Aiguo W Rd
Aiguo E Rd
Guangzhou St
Sec 2 Heping W Rd
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1615
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1
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9
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ARKI GALEacuteRIA
Presidential Oce Building
Cafeacute Astoria
Shanghai Lungchi Restaurant
Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat Wontons
Laopai The Park-Sour Plum Drink
Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall
National Museum of History
Taipei Botanical GardenNanmon-cho 323
Guest House of Imperial Envoys
228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial Museum
Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House(Sun Yat-sen Park)
National Taiwan Museum
Zhongshan HallFortress Cafeacute
Futai Street Mansion
National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
No1 Wellington Street
7
MRT Taipei Main Station
MRT Xiaonanmen Station
MRT Chiang Kai-ShekMemorial Hall Station
MRT Ximen StationMRT NTU Hospital Station
Taipei Postal Oce
National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Bank of Taiwan
Dongmen
University of Taipei
National Central Library
National Concert Hall
National Theater
NTU Museum of Medical Humanities
ChengHuang Temple
Nanmen
Xiaonanmen
Beimen
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ongyuan Rd
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Yanping S Rd
Yanping S Rd
Borsquoai Rd
Huaining St
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National Taiwan Museum Presidential Office Building Nanmon-cho 323
❿ National Taiwan MuseumNational Taiwan museum was established in 1908 has standing exhibitions on Taiwanrsquos history biology and natural environment and periodic special exhibits and lectures Until 830 take in the Mysterious Pescadores The Four Islands of Southern Penghu Exhibition A Unique New Breed of Gems Taiwan Black Jade Exhibition and Vivid Ancestor Paintings - A Plains Aborigines Exhibition
Add 2 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2382-2566 (Closed on Monday)
⓫ Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat WontonsA Taoyuan Street fixture for 40-plus years this eatery specializes in wontons made fresh daily providing costumes with ultimate freshness and unbeatable value Itrsquos old-time flavors have a city-wide reputation
Add 5 amp 7 Taoyuan St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-1007
⓬ Taipei Hero House Ruyi HallThe Second floor of Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall which opens at 0600 each day serves an all-you-can-eat Taiwan-style breakfast Accompany your sweet-potato congee with five different stir-fried vegetables and an egg fried fresh There is also traditional soy-sauce pickle a Japanese-traveler favorite Finish your filling inexpensive repast with fresh-made red bean soup
Add 2F 20 Sec 1 Changsha St Taipei CityTel (02)2331-9722
⓭ Presidential Office BuildingBuilt in 1919 replete with the artistic flourishes of Renaissance-style architecture this building has stood witness over 100 years of Taiwan history On public visits enjoy its photographs and films of different periods gaining understanding of the process from Japanrsquos Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan to today Finish by picking up a nifty memento at the souvenir center
Add 122 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2312-0760
⓮ 228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial MuseumThis European-style park with a tropical character was established in 1935 There is a fusion of Chinese and Western elements including a fountain arch bridge breezy pavilion and royal palms Other highlights are two old steam engines ldquoCloud Riderrdquo and ldquoTRA No 9rdquo On the south side is the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum displaying historical materials on 1947rsquos infamous 228 Incident The cafeacute here has a tranquil air ndash a place to take a rest in the afternoon
Add 3 Ketalagan Blvd Taipei CityTel (02)2389-7228 (Closed on Monday)
⓯ Taipei Botanical Garden Nanmon-cho 323 Guest House of Imperial Envoys
In this remarkable ldquogreen paradiserdquo garden opened over a century ago are 1600-plus types of plants The wooden bungalow by the Lotus Pond was originally Taiwan Forestry Research Institute staff quarters in the Japannese colonial period Today after renovation and ldquoNanmon-cho 323rdquo re-naming it showcases the Japanese courtyard style Also within the botanical garden is Taiwanrsquos only remaining example of Qing Dynasty government-office architecture a distinctive work in the traditional south Fujian style shaped like the Chinese character ldquo 田 rdquo (paddy field) and contrasting markedly with most Japanese-style heritage architecture
Location Heping W Rd and Nanhai Rd IntersectionTel (02)2303-9978
⓰ National Museum of HistoryOn the Taipei Botanical Garden grounds the National Museum of History building is a MingQing-Dynasty architectural-style mix Its collection is focused on antiquities from the Yellow River Han Chinese cultural area with a secondary focus on early Taiwan culture Enjoy a fine Lotus Pond view from the 2F Wang Yen Hsuan cafeacute the blooming lotus beauties during May to September bring carefree joyous relaxation
Add 49 Nanhai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2361-0270
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
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Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
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Ln 151 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
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Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
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Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
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Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
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4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
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Borsquoai Special District Heritage TourBorsquoai Special District is the ldquoheart of the Taiwan capitalrdquo In the cityrsquos Zhongzheng District the Presidential Office Building is its core Home to many seats of key central-government organizations bringing architectural gravitas it is a witness to dramatic historical periods ndash notably the Qing Dynasty Japanese colonial period and Taiwan Retrocession (since 1945) era The enclaversquos many architectural gems have endless stories to tell ndash time portals linking the Taipei of yesterday to today
❶ Futai Street MansionFutai Street Mansion is one of Taiwanrsquos oldest examples of Western-style townhouse architecture Today a boutique museum on the second floor is the ldquoDiscover Taipei Cityrdquo regular exhibit which juxtaposes oldnew maps and photos to explain Taipeirsquos evolution Opening on October 10th is a special exhibit of photos depicting 1960srsquo Yilan County through the lens of master photographer Qiu Jin-yi
Add 26 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-8080 (Closed on Sunday)
❷ ARKI GALEacuteRIAARKI GALEacuteRIArsquos distinctive ldquobare designrdquo interior features paint-removed secondhand and recycled-wood furniture The warm gentle lighting creates a relaxed comfortable ambience making visitors sipping coffee or reading feel as though sitting in their own home Irregularly scheduled exhibitions and other cultural events are staged in the exhibit hall This has become one of Taipeirsquos hottest new-style cultural-creative venues
Add B1 2 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2382-1000
❸ Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House (Sun Yat-sen Park)This facility is a traditional Japanese-style wood construction The furnishings copy the period when Dr Sun Yat-sen stayed here pictures depict his time in Taipei and various precious representative Sun artifacts are in place including a tea table and manuscripts The grounds in traditional courtyard-garden style have bamboo plus pine and plum trees that nicely contrast with the arcade and arch bridge
Add 46 Sec 1 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3359 (Closed on Monday)
❹ No1 Wellington StreetReproducing the graceful culture of old-time Hong Kong-style tea restaurants British-style trappings are used to evoke 1950s1960s London and an EnglishHong Kong fusion is brought to the Cantonese dishes and inexpensive authentic classic dim sum selections The retro atmosphere and tastes are delicious
Add 5F 12 Guanqian Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 6630-9088
❺ Cafeacute AstoriaThis cafeacute is a Taipei icon for Russian food and culture The 1F confectionery sells traditional Russian baked items the 2F cafeacute offers Russian foods including borscht and sirloin cooked Russian-style presenting you authentic Russian flavors The cafeacutersquos soft sweets were much loved by Faina Chiang Fang-liang wife of former President Chiang Ching-kuo A preferred venue for the Chiangs to receive Chinese and foreign dignitaries and hold dinner functions this was also long a haunt for Taipei artists and literati
Add 2F 5 Sec 1 Wuchang St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-5589
❻ Zhongshan Hall Fortress CafeacuteThis Historical Relic of the Second Rank is in the Spanish Moorish style Its Guangfu Auditorium was once used for state banquets The Fortress Cafeacute on second floor is a cultured leisure space combining European nobility and Mediterranean character enjoy the flamenco dance performances here (evenings first weekend each month)
Add 98 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2381-3137 2381-9551
❼ Shanghai Lungchi RestaurantPreserving great flavors for three generations this restaurant is a rare Taipei gem serving authentic Shanghai cuisine ndash a favorite with old Taipei residents homesick for mainland China and gourmands seeking old-time tastes
Add 1 Ln 101 Yanping S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2331-5078
❽ National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition HallThis exhibition hall was originally the building of Land Bank The exterior features eight robust columns and sturdy walls with ornate classical animal-head and rose Egyptian and Mayan motifs Inside there is a regular exhibition Taiwan Paleontology Exhibit In the second floor Cafeacute Rainforest gaze at a giant dinosaur and enjoy exclusive ldquodinosaur mealrdquo for kids A fun fossil-dig activity is held daily 1130~1200 and films on dinosaurs are shown 1330~1630 ndash all free
Add 25 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02) 2314-2699 (Closed on Monday)
❾ Laopai The Park ndash Sour Plum DrinkLaopai The Park ndash Sour Plum Drink is in a baroque style building at the corner of 228 Peace Park it is a long-time Taipei old-timer favorite for dispelling the summer heat Tradition is king ndash its hawthorn berry licorice smoked plums and other ingredients are together boiled six hours The old shop in a nostalgia-inducing Baroque-style building offers one-of-a-kind flavors in its house sour-plum juice and tri-color ice-cream
Add 2 Hengyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2311-3009Zhongshan Hall Fortress Cafeacute National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
Baoqing Rd
Sec 1 Changsha St
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Nanhai Rd
Aiguo W Rd
Aiguo E Rd
Guangzhou St
Sec 2 Heping W Rd
Ln 6 Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 1 Nanchang Rd
Sec 1 Roosevelt Rd
6
12
1615
13
3
5
11
1
1
4
8
2
9
10
14
ARKI GALEacuteRIA
Presidential Oce Building
Cafeacute Astoria
Shanghai Lungchi Restaurant
Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat Wontons
Laopai The Park-Sour Plum Drink
Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall
National Museum of History
Taipei Botanical GardenNanmon-cho 323
Guest House of Imperial Envoys
228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial Museum
Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House(Sun Yat-sen Park)
National Taiwan Museum
Zhongshan HallFortress Cafeacute
Futai Street Mansion
National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
No1 Wellington Street
7
MRT Taipei Main Station
MRT Xiaonanmen Station
MRT Chiang Kai-ShekMemorial Hall Station
MRT Ximen StationMRT NTU Hospital Station
Taipei Postal Oce
National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Bank of Taiwan
Dongmen
University of Taipei
National Central Library
National Concert Hall
National Theater
NTU Museum of Medical Humanities
ChengHuang Temple
Nanmen
Xiaonanmen
Beimen
Sec 1 Kaifeng St
Sec 1 Wuchang St
Sec 1 Hankou St
Hengyang Rd
Xiangyang Rd
Changde St
Beiping W Rd
Qingdao W Rd
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Ketagalan Blvd
Sec 1 Zhongxiao W Rd
Sec 1 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Xinyi Rd
Yanping S Rd
Guanqian Rd
Nanyang St G
ongyuan Rd
Gongyuan Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
Sec 1 Chongqing S RdYanping S RdTaoyuan St
Yanping S Rd
Yanping S Rd
Borsquoai Rd
Huaining St
Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd
National Taiwan Museum Presidential Office Building Nanmon-cho 323
❿ National Taiwan MuseumNational Taiwan museum was established in 1908 has standing exhibitions on Taiwanrsquos history biology and natural environment and periodic special exhibits and lectures Until 830 take in the Mysterious Pescadores The Four Islands of Southern Penghu Exhibition A Unique New Breed of Gems Taiwan Black Jade Exhibition and Vivid Ancestor Paintings - A Plains Aborigines Exhibition
Add 2 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2382-2566 (Closed on Monday)
⓫ Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat WontonsA Taoyuan Street fixture for 40-plus years this eatery specializes in wontons made fresh daily providing costumes with ultimate freshness and unbeatable value Itrsquos old-time flavors have a city-wide reputation
Add 5 amp 7 Taoyuan St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-1007
⓬ Taipei Hero House Ruyi HallThe Second floor of Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall which opens at 0600 each day serves an all-you-can-eat Taiwan-style breakfast Accompany your sweet-potato congee with five different stir-fried vegetables and an egg fried fresh There is also traditional soy-sauce pickle a Japanese-traveler favorite Finish your filling inexpensive repast with fresh-made red bean soup
Add 2F 20 Sec 1 Changsha St Taipei CityTel (02)2331-9722
⓭ Presidential Office BuildingBuilt in 1919 replete with the artistic flourishes of Renaissance-style architecture this building has stood witness over 100 years of Taiwan history On public visits enjoy its photographs and films of different periods gaining understanding of the process from Japanrsquos Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan to today Finish by picking up a nifty memento at the souvenir center
Add 122 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2312-0760
⓮ 228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial MuseumThis European-style park with a tropical character was established in 1935 There is a fusion of Chinese and Western elements including a fountain arch bridge breezy pavilion and royal palms Other highlights are two old steam engines ldquoCloud Riderrdquo and ldquoTRA No 9rdquo On the south side is the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum displaying historical materials on 1947rsquos infamous 228 Incident The cafeacute here has a tranquil air ndash a place to take a rest in the afternoon
Add 3 Ketalagan Blvd Taipei CityTel (02)2389-7228 (Closed on Monday)
⓯ Taipei Botanical Garden Nanmon-cho 323 Guest House of Imperial Envoys
In this remarkable ldquogreen paradiserdquo garden opened over a century ago are 1600-plus types of plants The wooden bungalow by the Lotus Pond was originally Taiwan Forestry Research Institute staff quarters in the Japannese colonial period Today after renovation and ldquoNanmon-cho 323rdquo re-naming it showcases the Japanese courtyard style Also within the botanical garden is Taiwanrsquos only remaining example of Qing Dynasty government-office architecture a distinctive work in the traditional south Fujian style shaped like the Chinese character ldquo 田 rdquo (paddy field) and contrasting markedly with most Japanese-style heritage architecture
Location Heping W Rd and Nanhai Rd IntersectionTel (02)2303-9978
⓰ National Museum of HistoryOn the Taipei Botanical Garden grounds the National Museum of History building is a MingQing-Dynasty architectural-style mix Its collection is focused on antiquities from the Yellow River Han Chinese cultural area with a secondary focus on early Taiwan culture Enjoy a fine Lotus Pond view from the 2F Wang Yen Hsuan cafeacute the blooming lotus beauties during May to September bring carefree joyous relaxation
Add 49 Nanhai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2361-0270
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 151 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 84 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Ln 83 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd
Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
2
1
5
7
8
Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
3
6
4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
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One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
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Website wwwyoubikecomtw
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(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
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The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
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used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
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Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
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handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
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Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
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Aiguo W Rd
Aiguo E Rd
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Sec 2 Heping W Rd
Ln 6 Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 2 Chongqing S Rd
Sec 1 Nanchang Rd
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6
12
1615
13
3
5
11
1
1
4
8
2
9
10
14
ARKI GALEacuteRIA
Presidential Oce Building
Cafeacute Astoria
Shanghai Lungchi Restaurant
Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat Wontons
Laopai The Park-Sour Plum Drink
Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall
National Museum of History
Taipei Botanical GardenNanmon-cho 323
Guest House of Imperial Envoys
228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial Museum
Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial House(Sun Yat-sen Park)
National Taiwan Museum
Zhongshan HallFortress Cafeacute
Futai Street Mansion
National Taiwan Museum Land Bank Exhibition Hall
No1 Wellington Street
7
MRT Taipei Main Station
MRT Xiaonanmen Station
MRT Chiang Kai-ShekMemorial Hall Station
MRT Ximen StationMRT NTU Hospital Station
Taipei Postal Oce
National Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Bank of Taiwan
Dongmen
University of Taipei
National Central Library
National Concert Hall
National Theater
NTU Museum of Medical Humanities
ChengHuang Temple
Nanmen
Xiaonanmen
Beimen
Sec 1 Kaifeng St
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Hengyang Rd
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Beiping W Rd
Qingdao W Rd
Sec 1 Guiyang St
Ketagalan Blvd
Sec 1 Zhongxiao W Rd
Sec 1 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Xinyi Rd
Yanping S Rd
Guanqian Rd
Nanyang St G
ongyuan Rd
Gongyuan Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Zhongshan S Rd
Sec 1 Zhonghua Rd
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Sec 1 Chongqing S RdYanping S RdTaoyuan St
Yanping S Rd
Yanping S Rd
Borsquoai Rd
Huaining St
Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd
National Taiwan Museum Presidential Office Building Nanmon-cho 323
❿ National Taiwan MuseumNational Taiwan museum was established in 1908 has standing exhibitions on Taiwanrsquos history biology and natural environment and periodic special exhibits and lectures Until 830 take in the Mysterious Pescadores The Four Islands of Southern Penghu Exhibition A Unique New Breed of Gems Taiwan Black Jade Exhibition and Vivid Ancestor Paintings - A Plains Aborigines Exhibition
Add 2 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2382-2566 (Closed on Monday)
⓫ Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat WontonsA Taoyuan Street fixture for 40-plus years this eatery specializes in wontons made fresh daily providing costumes with ultimate freshness and unbeatable value Itrsquos old-time flavors have a city-wide reputation
Add 5 amp 7 Taoyuan St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-1007
⓬ Taipei Hero House Ruyi HallThe Second floor of Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall which opens at 0600 each day serves an all-you-can-eat Taiwan-style breakfast Accompany your sweet-potato congee with five different stir-fried vegetables and an egg fried fresh There is also traditional soy-sauce pickle a Japanese-traveler favorite Finish your filling inexpensive repast with fresh-made red bean soup
Add 2F 20 Sec 1 Changsha St Taipei CityTel (02)2331-9722
⓭ Presidential Office BuildingBuilt in 1919 replete with the artistic flourishes of Renaissance-style architecture this building has stood witness over 100 years of Taiwan history On public visits enjoy its photographs and films of different periods gaining understanding of the process from Japanrsquos Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan to today Finish by picking up a nifty memento at the souvenir center
Add 122 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2312-0760
⓮ 228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial MuseumThis European-style park with a tropical character was established in 1935 There is a fusion of Chinese and Western elements including a fountain arch bridge breezy pavilion and royal palms Other highlights are two old steam engines ldquoCloud Riderrdquo and ldquoTRA No 9rdquo On the south side is the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum displaying historical materials on 1947rsquos infamous 228 Incident The cafeacute here has a tranquil air ndash a place to take a rest in the afternoon
Add 3 Ketalagan Blvd Taipei CityTel (02)2389-7228 (Closed on Monday)
⓯ Taipei Botanical Garden Nanmon-cho 323 Guest House of Imperial Envoys
In this remarkable ldquogreen paradiserdquo garden opened over a century ago are 1600-plus types of plants The wooden bungalow by the Lotus Pond was originally Taiwan Forestry Research Institute staff quarters in the Japannese colonial period Today after renovation and ldquoNanmon-cho 323rdquo re-naming it showcases the Japanese courtyard style Also within the botanical garden is Taiwanrsquos only remaining example of Qing Dynasty government-office architecture a distinctive work in the traditional south Fujian style shaped like the Chinese character ldquo 田 rdquo (paddy field) and contrasting markedly with most Japanese-style heritage architecture
Location Heping W Rd and Nanhai Rd IntersectionTel (02)2303-9978
⓰ National Museum of HistoryOn the Taipei Botanical Garden grounds the National Museum of History building is a MingQing-Dynasty architectural-style mix Its collection is focused on antiquities from the Yellow River Han Chinese cultural area with a secondary focus on early Taiwan culture Enjoy a fine Lotus Pond view from the 2F Wang Yen Hsuan cafeacute the blooming lotus beauties during May to September bring carefree joyous relaxation
Add 49 Nanhai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2361-0270
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
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Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 84 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Ln 83 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd
Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
2
1
5
7
8
Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
3
6
4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
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massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
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Premiere Sale
National Taiwan Museum Presidential Office Building Nanmon-cho 323
❿ National Taiwan MuseumNational Taiwan museum was established in 1908 has standing exhibitions on Taiwanrsquos history biology and natural environment and periodic special exhibits and lectures Until 830 take in the Mysterious Pescadores The Four Islands of Southern Penghu Exhibition A Unique New Breed of Gems Taiwan Black Jade Exhibition and Vivid Ancestor Paintings - A Plains Aborigines Exhibition
Add 2 Xiangyang Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2382-2566 (Closed on Monday)
⓫ Zhao Family Vegetable and Meat WontonsA Taoyuan Street fixture for 40-plus years this eatery specializes in wontons made fresh daily providing costumes with ultimate freshness and unbeatable value Itrsquos old-time flavors have a city-wide reputation
Add 5 amp 7 Taoyuan St Taipei CityTel (02)2381-1007
⓬ Taipei Hero House Ruyi HallThe Second floor of Taipei Hero House Ruyi Hall which opens at 0600 each day serves an all-you-can-eat Taiwan-style breakfast Accompany your sweet-potato congee with five different stir-fried vegetables and an egg fried fresh There is also traditional soy-sauce pickle a Japanese-traveler favorite Finish your filling inexpensive repast with fresh-made red bean soup
Add 2F 20 Sec 1 Changsha St Taipei CityTel (02)2331-9722
⓭ Presidential Office BuildingBuilt in 1919 replete with the artistic flourishes of Renaissance-style architecture this building has stood witness over 100 years of Taiwan history On public visits enjoy its photographs and films of different periods gaining understanding of the process from Japanrsquos Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan to today Finish by picking up a nifty memento at the souvenir center
Add 122 Sec 1 Chongqing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2312-0760
⓮ 228 Peace Park Taipei 228 Memorial MuseumThis European-style park with a tropical character was established in 1935 There is a fusion of Chinese and Western elements including a fountain arch bridge breezy pavilion and royal palms Other highlights are two old steam engines ldquoCloud Riderrdquo and ldquoTRA No 9rdquo On the south side is the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum displaying historical materials on 1947rsquos infamous 228 Incident The cafeacute here has a tranquil air ndash a place to take a rest in the afternoon
Add 3 Ketalagan Blvd Taipei CityTel (02)2389-7228 (Closed on Monday)
⓯ Taipei Botanical Garden Nanmon-cho 323 Guest House of Imperial Envoys
In this remarkable ldquogreen paradiserdquo garden opened over a century ago are 1600-plus types of plants The wooden bungalow by the Lotus Pond was originally Taiwan Forestry Research Institute staff quarters in the Japannese colonial period Today after renovation and ldquoNanmon-cho 323rdquo re-naming it showcases the Japanese courtyard style Also within the botanical garden is Taiwanrsquos only remaining example of Qing Dynasty government-office architecture a distinctive work in the traditional south Fujian style shaped like the Chinese character ldquo 田 rdquo (paddy field) and contrasting markedly with most Japanese-style heritage architecture
Location Heping W Rd and Nanhai Rd IntersectionTel (02)2303-9978
⓰ National Museum of HistoryOn the Taipei Botanical Garden grounds the National Museum of History building is a MingQing-Dynasty architectural-style mix Its collection is focused on antiquities from the Yellow River Han Chinese cultural area with a secondary focus on early Taiwan culture Enjoy a fine Lotus Pond view from the 2F Wang Yen Hsuan cafeacute the blooming lotus beauties during May to September bring carefree joyous relaxation
Add 49 Nanhai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2361-0270
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 151 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 84 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Ln 83 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd
Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
2
1
5
7
8
Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
3
6
4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
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Premiere Sale
East District Alley Art TourIn addition to its chic trendiness Taipeirsquos east district also has a deep artistic air Unique works by artists and designers from around the globe are on display in the many galleries found along the side streets Drop into as many as you can during a leisurely east-side walkabout making it an inspiring art tour
❶ Plus Belle Arts BistroFrom the sun totem on the entrance door to the lighting fixtures of steel deep-blue bar and artworks-adorned walls this is a place of unique artistic beauty In addition the creative cuisine designed by a 5-star hotel chef advisor makes this spotrsquos great popularity
Add 1 Aly 4 Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2772-7273
❷ MBampF MAD GALLERYMBampF MADGallery was founded in Geneva Switzerland Its sole branch in Asia is in Taipei In the distinctive blackwhite space diverse innovative concepts are used in showcasing unique avant-garde watches and stunning mechanical art installations These serve as both furnishings and playthings The stereotype of what a gallery is is overthrown Until August 23rd take in a showing of Swiss photographer Marc Ninghettorsquos work
Add 1F 10 Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2775-2768
❸ Chi-Wen GalleryChi-Wen gallery was one of the earliest focused on the development of Taiwan new-media art It cooperates with numerous important Taiwanese contemporary artists and invites many world-caliber video artists to exhibit their creations Though not large the gallery showcases high-caliber artworks discovering first-rate efforts by many emerging artists
Add 3F 19 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8771-3372
❹ Gallery100Promoting contemporary art showcasing well-known artists from both Taiwan and abroad staging exhibits on varying themes Energetically introducing their works on the international stage it also serves as a platform for the introduction of world-class creations to the local audience and for new-generation artists to show off their talent Works by Guo Hong-wei and Shi Jing contemporary artists from China are on exhibit from August to September
Add 13 Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2731-0876
❺ Cha Cha TheacuteA concept tea loungebar opened by well-known fashion house Shiatzy Chen the styling here is minimalist chic the air cultured The walls of Pursquoer-tea brick are visually compelling Cooperating with premium local farms a wide range of delicate Chinese- and Western-style teas tea drinks and tea snacks are offered
Add 23 Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-1818
❻ Bluerider ART GalleryThe name of this art space comes from The Blue Rider an artist group founded by Russian painter Wassily Kandinsky It showcases European and American works in photography installation art graphic art and other genres Until August 26th catch the joint illustration exhibition featuring works by Englandrsquos Emily Carew Woodard and Germanyrsquos Christoph Niemann
Add 9F 25-1 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2752-2238
❼ papabubbleThis cute shop sells handmade Spanish-style sweets All made on-the-spot the range is thrilling the colors dazzling tickling visitors with endless surprises
Add 15 Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd Taipei CityTel (02)8773-0955
❽ Nou GalleryThe focus here is on interdisciplinary cross-cultural modern art with a diverse range of genres explored including paper sculptures visual works and new formed paintings
Add 232 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2700-0239
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 71 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd
Ln 27 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 151 Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 84 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd Ln 83 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Ln 101 Sec 1 Darsquoan Rd
Sec 4 Renrsquoai Rd
Ln 252 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
Renrsquoai Dunnan trac circle
Ln 251 Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd
Andong St
Ln 26 Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
2
1
5
7
8
Gallery100
Nou Gallery
papabubble
Chi-Wen Gallery
Plus BelleArts Bistro
Cha Cha Theacute
Bluerider ART Gallery
3
6
4
MBampF MAD GALLERY
Plus Belle Arts Bistro MBampF MAD GALLERY Nou Gallery
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
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Ln 219 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Ln 270 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd
Ln 49 Sec 1 Anhe Rd
Sec 3 Zhongxiao E Rd Sec 4 Zhongxiao E Rd
Civic Blvd
MRT Zhongxiao Dunhua StationMRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station
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In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
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Premiere Sale
In Taipei all kinds of cake hide in the streets and alleys and the confectioners in every bakery rack their brains constantly releasing new creative desserts to attract customers Beautiful delicious sweet and tasty they always make ones mouth water and have become popular gifts
Mille-FeuilleShun Chen Bakery has 50 years of history and sells a range of foods including wedding cakes cakes and egg yolk pastries Their traditional taste was part of childhood for many citizens of Taipei The ldquoMille-Feuillerdquo traditional but also featuring the ingenuity of Western pastries is made of layer upon layer of pie crust encasing slightly salty butter and crispy walnut and is unforgettably delicious
Innovative NougatSaint Peters founder Ruan Jing-tian who likes to develop new sweets and has won countless awards has invented almost ten flavors of nougat His latest creation ldquoGolden strawberryrdquo nougat includes uniquely-textured brown rice popcorn dried strawberries macadamia nuts and caramel It has become a surprise favorite since it does not stick to ones teeth ldquoBlack galrdquo nougat combines brown rice popcorn sesame peanuts and black sugar cookies resulting in rich layers of flavor
Add 212 Sec 1 Dunhua S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2711-7222
Add 194 Nongrsquoan St Taipei CityTel (02)2515-8469
Chocolate Banana PieLucky Gifts founder learned their trade from Nagasaki Hompo in Japan and became known for hand-made honey cakes when they returned to Taiwan Round nougat and pineapple cakes are the bakerys most popular offerings Lucky Gifts ldquoGreen Bean Cakerdquo whose thick crust enfolds green beans and braised meat once won the Taipei Unique Snack Champion award in 2014 with its mixture of savory and sweet flavors each accentuating the other Their latest product the ldquochocolate banana pierdquo wraps sweet Taiwanese banana in chocolate cake and crisp pie crust every bite tastes of sweet banana
Add 422 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2704-5157
Chocolate Coating Paste CakeEstablished in 1867 the Kuo Yuan Ye foods Co Ltd has developed many kinds of cake through traditional craft The bakery has also established a creative pastry concept store HOK (House of Kuo) in March 2015 Their latest creations break through international boundaries For example the ldquoHanxiang Macaronrdquo combines Chinese cakes with Western methods allowing one to simultaneously taste the crispy outside of a Macaron and Taiwanese-style cake filling and boasts an extraordinary taste ldquoChocolate Coating Paste Cakerdquo are traditional green bean cakes covered with a fragrant rich chocolate overcoat combining the flavors of green beans and chocolate in unique style
Innovative Cheese CakeKT BAKERY is a long-established bakery chain which still makes pastries and bread by hand and has made its name with traditional pineapple and scallion bread It sells over 10000 breads cakes and pastries every day Their latest cake the ldquoInnovative Cheese Cakerdquo in which cream from Hokkaido Japan is matched with taro paste cheese rich coffee and sweet chestnut is an exquisite symphony of taste suffused with the scent of milk
Add 526 Wenlin Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2833-8377
Add 261 Sec 5 Yenping N Rd Taipei CityTel (02)2812-5409
TaipeiFeasting in Desserts a Delicious Surprise
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
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Premiere Sale
MRT Luzhou line
❶ MRT Daqiaotou StationBloom Art GalleryWalking from MRT Daqiaotou Station upon arriving at Dihua Street you will be greeted by a red brick building with a arced covered corridor go up to the second floor and you will find Bloom Art Gallery This building was originally an old building on Dihua Street after renovation it became an elegant leisure space for appreciating art and drinking good coffee characterized by its wooden window frames and red bricks
Add 2F 348 Sec 1 Dihua St Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Daqiaotou Station)
Tel (02)2557-8696
❷ MRT Xingtian Temple StationTaipei Xingtian TempleFortune-telling StreetThe main distinctive feature of this temple is the old women who incense in hand chant scriptures as they ldquorelieve shockrdquo for visitors This magnificent palace-type building is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the city Fortune-telling Street is located in the underpass in front of the temple it has more than 20 fortune tellers offering their services from 0800 to 2200 they offer the service of fortune telling by reading facial features some by divination some removing calamities or solving vexing problems
Add 109 Sec 2 Minquan E Rd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Xingtian Temple Station)
Tel (02)2502-7924
❸ MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng StationTaipei BreweryThis was the only brewery in Taiwan in the Japanese Colonial Period The beer brewing equipment is still operating making this a living historic site It also has one of the few copper mash hammers in the world Visit Taipei Brewery to appreciate the historic architecture and also enjoy some cold and refreshing Taiwan Beer
Add 85 Sec 2 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 8 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 4 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2771-9131
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkHuashan 1914 Creative Park was originally Taipei Distillery established in 1914 The park retains a number of historic buildings from Taipei Distillery days with the factory buildings now used for arts exhibitions culture and creative product stores distinctive restaurants and an art-house film theater creating an aesthetic space where old and new merge
Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei City (around 3 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2358-1914
Guanghua Digital PlazaGuanghua Digital Plaza stocks an array of digital and information products Visitors from around the world buy the latest and most bargain-priced computer related products Even if you donrsquot buy wander around and you can see interesting designs
Add 8 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 1 of MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel (02)2391-7105
❹ MRT Guting StationKishu An Forest of LiteratureBuilt in 1917 Kishu An was a typical Japanese style house Destroyed by fire all that remained was an outbuilding after renovation this outbuilding and the new Kishu An building became Kishu An Forest of Literature a space for exhibitions and lectures The meeting of traditional aesthetics and literatures make this place a diverse arts base
Add 107 Tongrsquoan St Taipei City (around 10 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 2 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2368-7577
To dearOnce an old house To dear is now an art space coffee and meals are available on the first floor which is given a retro feel by the antique furniture the third floor is irregularly scheduled the venue for exhibitions by up and coming Taiwanese artists The proprietorrsquos aim is to promote art creativity To dear is full of artistic surprises and art in the form of metal sculptures can even be seen in the back yard
Add 7 Aly 77 Sec 2 Roosevelt Rd Taipei City (around 5 minutesrsquo walk from Exit 3 of MRT Guting Station)
Tel (02)2363-7768
FunMRT Travel
MRT Luzhou line is the first MRT line to cross the Danshui River As Luzhou was originally a sandbank and the happy gathering place for numerous egrets the recurring themes of the public art along the line are sandbanks and egrets and became an MRT highlight area As well as the public art that can be enjoyed along the line it also offers the famous Xingtian Temple and other distinctive attractions that are well worth a visit
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
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Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
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Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
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Premiere Sale
Beimen
Taipei Arena
Nanjing Sanmin
Songshan
Taipei Zoo Station
Zhinan Temple Station
Taipei Zoo South Station
Maokong Station
Maokong Gondola
Tamsui
Hongshulin
Zhuwei
Guandu Zhongyi
Fuxinggang
Beitou
Qiyan
Xinbeitou
Qilian
Shipai
Mingde
Zhishan
Shilin
Jiantan
Yuanshan
Taipei Main Station
Minquan W Rd
Zhongshan Elementary School Daqiaotou
ShuanglianXingtian TempleSongjiang Nanjing
Luzhou
Sanmin Senior High School
St Ignatius High School
Sanhe Junior High School
Sanchong Elementary School
Taipei Bridge
Cailiao
Sanchong
Xianse Temple
Touqianzhuang
Xinzhuang
Fu Jen University
Danfeng
Huilong
Ximen
Longshan Temple
Jiangzicui
Xinpu
Banqiao
Fuzhong
Far Eastern Hospital
Haishan
Tucheng
Yongning
Dingpu
Dingxi
Yongan Market
Jingan
Nanshijiao
XiaonanmenChiang Kai-Shek
Memorial Hall
ShandaoTemple
NTU Hospital
Dongmen
Gongguan
Wanlong
Jingmei
Dapinglin
Xindian District Oce
Xiaobitan
Xindian
Qizhang
Taipower Building
Guting
Xinyi Anhe
Taipei 101 World Trade Center
Xiangshan Daan
Technology Building
Liuzhangli Linguang
Xinhai
Wanfang Hospital Taipei Zoo
ZhongxiaoDunhua
ZhongxiaoFuxingZhongxiao
Xinsheng
Taipei City Hall
Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall Yongchun
Houshanpi
Kunyang Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
NangangSoftware Park
Donghu
Huzhou
Dahu Park
Neihu
WendeXihu
Dazhi
Songshan Airport
Zhongshan Junior High SchoolNanjing Fuxing
GangqianJiannan Rd
Nangang
Daan Park
Wanfang Community
Muzha
Zhongshan
Terminal Station
Regular Station
TRA
HSR
Airport
Transfer Station
Wenhu Line
Tamsui-Xinyi Line
Songshan-Xindian Line
Zhonghe-Xinlu Line
Taipei Visitor Information Center
Legend
Bannan Line
Plum Garden
Miramar Entertainment Park
Songshan Airport
East Metro Mall Taipei City Hall Bus Station
MRT Map
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
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Zhaori Health Center ndash low-price friendly honest
Premiere Sale
Leisure amp Arts Taipei
2015 Taipei Arts FestivalTime until 96Locations City Stage of Taipei Cultural Center Zhongshan Hall Wellspring TheaterTel (02)2528-9580 ext 191-199Website wwwtaipeifestivalorg
The theme of the 2015 Taipei Arts Festival is ldquoThe Human Conditionrdquo and will display 11 works of art from 8 countries including ldquoThe Metamorphosis Android Versionrdquo created by Seinendan Theater and Iregravene Jacob the Australian Band Black Arm who will bring moving Australian indigenous music in the performance ldquoDirtsongrdquo and Deutsches Theater Berlin who will present their weighty work ldquoDieberdquo hoping for a beautiful encounter with the audience at the theater
2015 Taipei Fringe FestivalTime 828- 913Locations 36 areas in Taipei City (please see the official website)Tel (02)2528-9580 ext 189Website wwwtaipeicaforg
155 cutting-edge creative groups will be gathered for the 2015 Taipei Fringe Festival and will give performances in 36 different spaces including ldquoMiculture Tiger Mountainrdquo a converted old temple on a mountain the ldquoDadaocheng Yachtrdquo on the citys blue highway Beitous indooroutdoor art space ldquoPolymerrdquo and the ldquoSolo Singer Innrdquo Dont miss the opening activity which is to take place in Darsquoan Forest Park on the August 23rd there will be many small stages and different groups will be invited to come and give performances There will be activities including performances and lectures at the Fringe Club on the second floor of the NTU Gymnasium throughout the Festival creating boundless possibilities for art and life
Crazy Summer Water Fun Time until 104 (Sat and Sun 0900~1700)Location Beneath Dazhi Bridge Dajia Riverside Park
(the Dajia stretch of the Keelung River)Tel (02)2570-2330 ext 6439Website sportsgovtaipei
Where can you play in the water in Taipei This summer the Dajia Riverside Park will hold for all kinds of family water activities including canoeing sailing and kayaking Visitors are welcome to come and join in Groups can register for activities on the day or can make advance reservations online at a cost of NT$100 person
2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos DayTime 815Location Dadaocheng Wharf
(Between Danshui River flood gates 3 and 5)Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7576Website wwwtraveltaipei
The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentinersquos Day will commence on the afternoon on the August 15th with activities including surrounding stalls open from 1500~2130 boat trips to view the fireworks at blue highway from 1700~2100 a live performance by the Taipei Symphony Orchestras Wind Band and Conservatory Ensemble from 2000~2025 and a fireworks display from 2030~2040 bringing the audience a most romantic beautiful midsummer night There will also be activities including worship of Yuelao (Chinese god of marriage) for luck and a local cultural market between the 9th and 15th of August allowing the public to join in and create a Double- Seventh Festival unique to Taipei
2015 Taipei Confucius Temple Cultural ActivitiesTime 928 The Confucius Ceremony 0530~0600 ticket required
for entry (For more information about tickets please check the official website in September)
Location Taipei Confucius Temple (275 Dalong St Taipei City)Tel (02)2592-3934Website wwwcttaipeigovtw
Confucius Birthday on the September 28th is a major event for the Confucius Temple The traditional Eight Tones Musical Instruments will be used to play the Dacheng Suite from the Song Dynasty to honor Confucius and the ldquoYi Dancerdquo a ceremonial dance that originated in palaces in the Ming Dynasty will also be presented the ceremony features 37 distinct rites fully presenting a three consecrations ritual that is of national importance Additionally the Confucius Temple will also be holding the ldquoArts Every Dayrdquo activity for the entire year with experience activities including customized calligraphic blessing cards paper crafts DIY performances of elegant music and dance a pitch-pot game and simple manners lesson
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Zhaori Health Center ndash low-price friendly honest
Premiere Sale
Taipei Fine Arts MuseumTel (02)2595-7656Add 181 Sec 3 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwtfammuseum
Make SenseTime Until 830
Lee Mingwei and His Relations - The Art of ParticipationTime Until 96
Formosa in Formation Selected works from the Taipei Fine Arts Museum CollectionTime Until 927
Puppetry Art Center of TaipeiTel (02)2528-9553Add 2F 99 Sec 5 Civic Blvd Taipei CityWebsite wwwpactorgtw
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo ExhibitionTime Until 927
National Palace MuseumTel (02)2881-2021Add 221 Sec 2 Zhishan Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwnpmgovtw
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of LiechtensteinTime Until 831
Painting Anime Departure Herald and Return ClearingTime Until 831
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from GuizhouTime Until 91
Exemplar of Heritage Fan Kuan and His Influence in Chinese PaintingTime Until 929
National Taiwan Science Education CenterTel (02)6610-1234 ext 1000 1005Add 189 Shihshang Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwntsecgovtw
Fantasy Forest AdventureTime Until 830
Tokyo Ghost HospitalTime Until 913
Digital Art Center TaipeiTel (02)7736-0708Add 180 Fuhua Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwdactw
Imaginary Body BoundaryTime 815-104
Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Tel (02)2765-1388Add 133 Guangfu S Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwsongshanculturalparkorg
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars ExhibitionTime Until 830
Songchumore Campus 2015Time Until 913
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallTel (02)2343-1100
Add 21 Zhongshan S Rd Taipei City
Website wwwcksmhgovtw
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EarthTime Until 96
Transformers Expo TaipeiTime Until 102
Huashan 1914 Creative ParkTel (02)2358-1914Add 1 Sec 1 Bade Rd Taipei CityWebsite wwwhuashan1914com
60 Years of MiffyTime Until 913
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary ExhibitionTime Until 913
Exhibition of Fantastic GoldfishTime Until 913
The Face of LEONARDO - Images of a GeniusTime Until 920
Kveta Pacovska ExhibitionTime Until 928
KUSAMA YAYOI CAFEacuteTime Until 930
Art Exhibition Calendar
Make Sense
Crown of the Alps Masterworks from the Collections of the Prince of
Liechtenstein
Visual Darwinism - The Rhapsody of The Bionic Zhong Kai-Xiang solo
Exhibition
The Splendor of Ethnic Costumes and Accessories from Guizhou
Fantasy Forest Adventure
My Melody amp LittleTwinStars Exhibition
Songchumore Campus 2015
The Cretaceous Dinosaurs-Nature Adventure the EARTH
Transformers Expo Taipei
Chibi Maruko Chan Animation 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Zhaori Health Center ndash low-price friendly honest
Premiere Sale
Taipei is an international design capital and in recent years has instituted a New Life for Old Buildings campaign bringing new life and function to neglected old structures Their heritage character and fresh new management style have given birth to distinctive new city highlights
A Share Tea houseOver 90 years old this building was once the dormitory of the Taiwan Railway Danshui Branch Line stationmaster After being renovated the wooden beams of the ceiling and red bricks walls were retained and matched with antique furniture with European charm A Share Tea House is a distinctive tea house serving up Taiwanese style hot pots and fine Taiwan tea The hot pots use local Taiwanese ingredients such as Chiayi black tree fungus Taidong orange daylily and Penghu towel gourd
Add 10 Wanquan St Taipei City (next to Exit 2 of MRT Shuanglian Station around 3 minutesrsquo walk)
Tel (02)2557-9393
Syntrend Creative ParkSyntrend Creative Park opened in May this year It has 12 floors apart from B2 and 9F which house restaurants every floor has a distinctive cafeacute As well as selling 3C products the Park sells speakers vinyl records 3D printers video games anime products and has a family play area Located next to Guanghua Digital Plaza people now have even more choices when buying 3C products
Add 2 Sec 3 Civic Blvd Taipei City (Around 5 minutesrsquo walk from MRT Zhongxiao-Xinsheng Station)
Tel 0809-093-300
URS 27MURS 27M was originally a house over 50 years old After being redesigned and renovated it has become a venue for holding exhibitions and concerts With wooden terrace roof path and other design features that merge with the landscape this is a green creative space that cleverly combines old and new and retains yesteryear charm
Add 27 Kaixuan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Shilin Station or Jiantan Station transfer to Red 5 bus 15 minibus 260 or 303 bus and alight at Shanzihou Police Station stop)
Tel (02)2861-8178
Plum GardenOnce his summer residence Plum Garden is the first memorial hall in Taiwan dedicated to the master of cursive hand calligraphy Mr Yu You-ren It displays his calligraphy works of different styles from different periods It is a tranquil and elegant space with a scholarly air and provides travel information for the Beitou area It was closed for refurbishment in January and reopened at the end of June In August afternoon concerts will be held every Saturday The visitors are invited to listen to some soothing music this summer savor good food and enjoy the escape from the heat that Plum Garden provides on a hot summerrsquos day
Add 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (At MRT Beitou Station transfer to the MRT Xinbeitou Branch Line and get off at Xinbeitou then walk for around 10 minutes)
Tel (02)2897-2647
Beitou Refuse Incinerator Star Catcher Revolving RestaurantBeitou Refuse Incinerator is the largest refuse incinerator in Taiwan and is the only incinerator in the world to have a revolving restaurant atop its chimney The restaurant was given a new look early this year The distinctive revolving restaurant is situated at the top of the colored chimney and offers an all-round view that takes in the Keelung River the Danshui Riverrsquos beautiful scenery and the vast Guandu Plain The restaurant is popular with photographers and it has also been the scene of romantic marriage proposals
Add 271 Zhoumei St Taipei City (take the 550 bus from MRT Beitou Station or 68 bus from MRT Jiantan Station and take off at Zhoumei Sport Park then walk for around 5 minutes)
Tel (02)2837-7122
HighlightsTaipei
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
Published
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Zhaori Health Center ndash low-price friendly honest
Premiere Sale
Transportation Information
Metro Taipei24-Hour Customer Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwmetrotaipei
Metro Tickets
One-way Trip Day Pass
Maokong Gondola24-Hour Service Hotline (02)218-12345 Website wwwgondolataipei
YouBike Public BicyclesTel 1999 (outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 5855 or (02)8978-5511
Website wwwyoubikecomtw
Blue HighwayTaipei Department of Transportation wwwdotgovtaipei
Taipei River Cruise Mini Trip Website wwwriverfunnet
(For detailed information about cruises please contact the boat companies)
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle-Beitou Zhuzihu RouteOrigin-Destination Beitou Bus Stop ndash Zhuzihu
The bus is demand responsive at mountain roads (Quanyuan Bieshu Stop -Zhuzihu)
Website wwwtaiwantripcomtw
INFOTOURIST
NT$20 ~ NT$65 NT$150
EasyCard
Taipei Pass
Each Easycard costs NT$100 including NT$100 of deposit
and NT$0 of available balance Once the card is charged it
would be activated immediately
The card provides discounts on transit fares and can also be
used for small purchases at convenience stores and other
designated shops
The Taipei Pass is activated upon first use on bus or metro
ticket readers and valid for unlimited use till expiration The
Taipei Pass can be purchased at all Metro stations and is
used on the Taipei Metro and on Taipei and New Taipei City
public buses (with Taipei Pass stickers showing)
One-day pass NT$180
Two-day pass NT$310
Three-day pass NT$440
Five-day pass NT$700
Maokong Gondola One-day pass NT$250
Taipei Visitor Information Centers
Taipei Main StationVisitor Information Center
Add 3 Beiping W Rd Taipei City (southwest side of lobby1st floor Taipei Main Station)
Tel (02) 2312-3256
Taipei Songshan AirportVisitor Information Center
Add 340-10 Dunhua N Rd Taipei City (Arrival Hall Terminal2 Taipei Songshan Aiport)
Tel (02)2546-4741
MRT Taipei 101 World TradeCenter Visitor InformationCenter
Add B1 20 Sec 5 Xinyi Rd Taipei City (Exit No 5 of MRT Taipei 101 World Trade Center Station)
Tel (02)2758-6593
Taipei City Hall Bus StationVisitor Information Center
Add 6 Sec 5 Zhongxiao E Rd Taipei City (1F of Taipei City Hall Bus Station)
Tel (02)2723-6836
East Metro MallVisitor Information Center
Add Room 4-2 77 Sec 1 Daan Rd Taipei City (East Metro Mall)Tel (02)8772-0830
MRT Ximen StationVisitor Information Center
Add B1 32-1 Baoqing Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 5)Tel (02)2375-3096
MRT Yuanshan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 9-1 Jiuquan St Taipei City (near Exit No 2)Tel (02)2591-6130
MRT Jiantan StationVisitor Information Center
Add 65 Sec 5 Zhongshan N Rd Taipei City (near Exit No 1)Tel (02)2883-0313
MRT Beitou StationVisitor Information Center
Add 1 Guangming Rd Taipei City (left side of station entrance)Tel (02)2894-6923
Miramar EntertainmentPark Visitor Center
Add 20 Jingye 3rd Rd Taipei City (in rear of fountain plaza 1F)Tel (02)8501-2762
Plum Garden Visitor CenterAdd 6 Zhongshan Rd Taipei City (near open-air hot-spring area)Tel (02)2897-2647
Maokong Gondola TaipeiZoo Station Visitor Center
Add 2 Ln 10 Sec 2 Xinguang Rd Taipei City (at 1F Maokong Gondola Visitor Center)
Tel (02)8661-7627
Maokong Gondola MaokongStation Visitor Center
Add 35 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Taipei City (near exit of Maokong Station)
Tel (02)2937-8563
Fun Travel in Taipei
NowTaipeiiOS Android
Spectacular Taipei e-Book
Travel Information ServicesTaipei Citizen Hotline 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889)Taipei Travel Netwwwtraveltaipei Presents travel information on Taipei City in Chinese English Japanese Korean and Spanish provides recorded-audio travel introductions on related sightseeing spots and a hotel information data baseTravel information Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-011-765 wwwtaiwannettwToll-free complaint hotline Tourism Bureau Ministry of Transportation and Communication 0800-211-734Info on legally registered hotels and guesthouses taiwanstaynettw
Tel 1999 (Outside Taipei City please dial 02-2720-8889) ext 7566
Design Printing Advertising WestBank Advertising Design Co Ltd Tel (02)2723-3516 Fax (02)2722-4967 Email westbankms47hinetnet
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The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
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Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
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Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Zhaori Health Center ndash low-price friendly honest
Premiere Sale
FIRST SUPER ndash Safe Nutritious DeliciousFIRST Super is dedicated to providing contamination-free and leading international food brands stocking premium Japanese imported foods delicacies strongly recommended by Dotch Cooking Show and top North American and European brands Importance is attached to selection of foodstuffs The pigs used to make HACCP-certified KingPork are reared by FIRST SUPER at Taichung Gaodeng Livestock Ranch
The Rich Creamy Taste of FranceCregraveme sells a healthy and natural French style
handmade ice cream made using fresh fruit The
store also provides Rex Coffee from Italy fresh
juice smoothies and simple food This is a nice
place to gather together with your friends
Maokong Famous Chef ndash A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea RestaurantOnce head chef at a 5-star restaurant after taking over operations at what was formerly the ldquoBig Teapot Range Chicken Castlerdquo Master A-Yi made this a ldquotea culture restaurantrdquo Breaking through culinary convention hersquos acquired ldquotea cuisine expertrdquo renown has brought Maokongrsquos unique cuisine international recognition and was also invited by Discovery Channel to introduce distinctive cuisine His ldquocreative theme cuisinerdquo showcases flowers fruits and tea bringing much pleasure to food connoisseurs
Taiwan roots ndash Local fragranceFounder Chu Chialin was originally in the restaurant business and was often left mentally and physically fatigued by his work He found that he felt much better when he added ginger juice to his bath water a discovery that gave him the idea of establishing Ginger Ginger Using a natural farming method that involves growing one year and leaving the land fallow for three years the ginger he grows is able to absorb the essence of the earth After a long extraction process the ginger is transformed into an efficacious product that takes care of us
Authentic Yunnan Pu-er TeaThe Precious Tea Products Passed Down for Over a CenturyEstablished 115 years ago Cheng-Hsin Traders International Cos tea is all
big leaf tea picked from old bushes with an average age of over 100 years
old in the Wuliang Mountain Range Jinggu County Yunnan Province
China Its tea rich in Tea Polyphenols and Catechin and innovatively
uses food-grade kraft paper as the outer packaging and edible ink for
printing Visitors can choose from various superior pu-er teas including
round tea (tuo) tea cake (bin) tea brick (zhuan) and small tea ball (gua)
Add 1 Sec 4 Nanjing E Rd Songshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)8712-3626Time Monday~ Friday 930 ~ 2130
Saturday and Sunday 1030~2130Website wwwfacebookcomkingmori1 Please show this coupon when paying Single use only
Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Use this coupon to make a purchase at FIRST SUPER
and enjoy a NT$100 discount(Not including special offer products)
Upon showing this coupon you will receive a 30-40 discount
at Zhaori Health Center
Add 1F 128-7 Jinhua St Daan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2391-4122Time 1100~2000
Show this voucher at Cheng-Hsin Traders International Co to enjoy a 10 discount
(Not be used together with any other of our special offers)
Add 28 Yongkang St Daan Dist Taipei CityTel (02)2351-4778Time 1030~2230Website wwwginger800com
Add 25-2 Ln 107 Sec 1 Fuxing S Rd Daan Dist Taipei City (5 min walk from MRT Zhongxiao Fuxing Station Exit No 5)
Tel (02)2775-2526Time 1300~2200Website f-cremecom
Add 1F 37ndash1 Ln 38 Sec 3 Zhinan Rd Wenshan Dist Taipei City
Tel (02)2939-5615Time Weekdays 1000~2200
Weekends Holidays 1000~2400Website wwwbigteapotidvtw
Show this voucher at Ginger Ginger to enjoy a 10 discount on
purchases of more than two items
Show this coupon at Cregraveme to receive a free scoop
of ice cream
Present voucher at A-Yirsquos Big Teapot Tea Restaurant1 Receive a gratis tea-flavored popsicle if meal totals
NT$1000 or more2 Buy 4 gift-item tea candy packages for NT$1000
Worry-free travel Taiwan experience foot massage full body
massage the best choice for relaxation and stress relief
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 70 min Sale Price NT$ 1000 Special Price NT$ 700
Foot Sole + Whole-Body Massage (10 min foot bath) 120 min Sale Price NT$ 2000 Special Price NT$ 1200
Xining BranchAdd 89 Xining S Rd Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2388-3750Hankou BranchAdd 18 Hankou St Sec 2 Wanhua Dist Taipei CityTel (02) 2389-7705 0916-364-754Hours 9am~3am (all year round)
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Please show this coupon when paying Single use only Photocopy invalid Period of validity now until 3092015
Zhaori Health Center ndash low-price friendly honest
Premiere Sale