With the iconic Taipei 101, bustling nightlife and night markets and delicious food that might be new to you, Taipei, capital city of Taiwan has definitely more to offer with their lush forest mountains and bicycle pathways for cyclists. Top things to do includes climbing up Elephant Mountain for the best breathtaking view of Taipei. Pay tribute and visit to Chiang Kai- Shek memorial which was built to celebrate the life and success of this Taiwan’s former president. San Ying Waterfront visitors will find huge installations, including plates and spoons from the Land of Giants placed in the spot that is imbued with an artistic ambience.
3 hours by train from Taipei, Hualien has a rich landscape in history and mineral resources. A pleasant and quiet escape from the capital city, Hualien has managed to find a balance between preservation of nature and tourist development. Top things to do in Hualien includes Tarako Gorge, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Asia where you are able to view the marble cliffs and more than 30 tunnels. In Taroko National Park, see one of the most photographed site in the world, Eternal Spring Shrine where a temple sits on the waterfall.