Introduction
Taiwan is Asia’s most underrated destination. Extraordinary night market food, dramatic Taroko Gorge, friendly locals, well-developed infrastructure, and a unique political and cultural situation make it one of the continent’s most fascinating countries.
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Must-Visit Destinations
Taipei
Modern, clean, visitor-friendly. English widely understood.
Top: National Palace Museum (world’s finest Chinese art collection), Elephant Mountain hike for Taipei 101 sunset, Shilin Night Market.
Taroko Gorge National Park
Taiwan’s most spectacular landscape. Marble gorge, trails through tunnels, suspension bridges, waterfalls. 3–4 hours by train from Taipei.
Sun Moon Lake
Taiwan’s largest lake in mountain scenery. Cycling around the lake, aboriginal culture. 2.5 hours from Taipei.
Jiufen
Hillside mining town. Narrow alleys, tea houses, ocean views. Said to inspire Spirited Away. Best on weekday evenings.
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Taiwan Food
Night markets are essential — Shilin, Raohe, Ningxia.
Must eat: Scallion pancakes, stinky tofu, oyster vermicelli, beef noodle soup, boba milk tea (invented here), pineapple cake.
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