Holiday in Taipei

About Taipei

Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, is one of the most underrated metropolises in Asia — a city that delights with warm hospitality, one of the best street food scenes in the world, and a fascinating mix of Chinese tradition, Japanese influence, and modern innovation culture. The 508-meter tall Taipei 101, once the tallest building in the world, dominates the skyline and offers breathtaking views from its observation deck. The night markets are Taipei's culinary soul: The Shilin Night Market, the largest in the city, offers endless stalls of Stinky Tofu, Bubble Tea (invented here in the 1980s), Oyster Omelettes, and hundreds of other specialties. The Raohe Night Market and Ningxia Night Market are smaller but more popular with locals. Taiwan's food culture has been recognized by the Michelin Guide jury as one of the most diverse in Asia. The National Palace Museum houses the largest collection of Chinese art in the world — over 700,000 artifacts brought by the Kuomintang during their flight from the mainland. The hot springs in the Beitou district offer Japanese-inspired bathing enjoyment, and the Elephant Mountain hiking trail is the best free viewpoint of Taipei 101 and the city. Maokong, a tea-growing area on the outskirts, can be reached by gondola. October to March offers the most pleasant temperatures.