As the most mountainous region in East Asia, Taiwan is a country filled with surreal mountain ranges. You’re able to experience stunning hiking trails, lush forests, majestic waterfalls and more. They’re all…
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Richard Jeng is a Taiwanese-American who's reconnected with his heritage and roots in the beautiful country of Taiwan. After college, he visited Taiwan and instantly fell in love. A year later, he moved to the country to deep dive into the country's culture, nature, history and food.
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Food & DrinkNight Markets
Taiwan’s Stinky Tofu – A Guide to the Taiwanese Street Food Dish
by rcjengby rcjengIf you’ve ever walked around in a Taipei night market, you’ve probably basked in all sorts of savory and delicious smells. But chances are, you’ve inevitably stumbled on the pungent odor coming…
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Food & DrinkNight MarketsNightlife
5 Best Night Markets in Taipei – Ranked by Taiwanese Locals
by rcjengby rcjengIf you decide to visit Taipei, there’s a good chance you’re looking for delicious food. And I don’t mean any delicious food – namely, street food. But did you know that greater…
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Food & DrinkNight MarketsTaipei
Nanjichang Night Market – A Local Look at Taipei’s “Military” Food Market
by rcjengby rcjengThe Nanjichang Night Market in Taipei is one of the lesser known night markets in the city. But just because it’s not as famous as the others doesn’t mean it’s inferior. Nanjichang…
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CultureTo Do
Is Taiwan Worth Visiting? – Here’s 10 Reasons You Should Visit Taiwan
by rcjengby rcjengWhen the Dutch sailors first set foot onto Taiwan hundreds of years ago, they aptly named it “Ilsa Formosa,” which directly translates to “beautiful island.” Fortunately, the island has still remained as…
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Food & DrinkNight MarketsTaipei
Jiufen Old Street – Inside Taiwan’s Ancient Seaside Cliff Town
by rcjengby rcjengJiufen is an old, yet iconic night market town that hangs on a cliff by the East China Sea. Once a hidden secret, the seaside town has exploded in popularity since the…
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Because of increasing popularity among tourists, Taiwan isn’t as mysterious of a place as it was two decades ago. Mainstream US shows like “Fresh off the Boat” and renowned directors like Ang…
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Off the IslandOutdoor
Penghu Island – The Guide to Taiwan’s Beautiful Hidden Islands
by rcjengby rcjengTaiwan is undeniably one of the most diverse island in East Asia. But did you know that there are several smaller islands that lie off the coast of the country? There’s the…
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Culture
What is Taiwanese Language? – A Cultural Guide to the Language of Taiwan
by rcjengby rcjengTaiwan (officially known as the Republic of China) is an island nation located in the East of China. This country, which is historically related to Mainland China, is politically independent of the…
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