City: Taiwan
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Taiwan (/ˌtaɪˈwɑːn/ ( listen)), officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a state in East Asia. Its neighbors include the People's Republic of China (PRC) to the west, Japan to the northeast, and the Philippines to the south. It is the most populous state and largest economy that is not a member of the United Nations.
Restaurants in Taiwan
1. Maokong Gondola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,616 reviews
Reviewed By RDHiscott - Lion's Head, Canada
The gondola cable cars take you from the edge of Taipei over 300 meters up to Maokong Station in the mountain range beyond the city. Although there is a ‘crystal cabin’ option with glass-bottomed cars, we took the standard gondola cars in both directions to and from Maokong Station where we stopped for lunch. The views going up and coming back are breathtaking, the panoramic vistas incredible! Highly recommend!
2. Taiwan High Speed Rail Taichung Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,638 reviews
Reviewed By 275MichaelG - Lampang, Thailand
Amazing train trip from Taipeito hualien through mountains jungles along the ocean true amazing little Taiwanese tones waterfalls Rivers mention rice patties
3. Taipei Metro System
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,294 reviews
Reviewed By Bulatai - Sydney, Australia
The MRT is very efficient and excellent to use. The easiest way is to purchase an Easy card and you can check you balance or add value at any station via the machines where you can select English or else go to a booth where the staff can assist, All stations have the train line and stations and maps of the exits and attractions in Chinese and English. The trains are on time and the platforms have the stations listed for that linel in Chinese and English. On board all carriages are clean and spotless and the stations are announced in Chinese and English. So easy to travel around Taipei.
4. Alishan Forest Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 300 reviews
The Alishan Forest Railway was built during the peak period of global railway technology. Four major engineering methods were used on this one railway. It has been a national landmark of Taiwan’s cultural landscape, serving as a witness to the historic development of Taiwan's forestry sector over the past 100 years. During the rocking, swaying journey up from Chiayi you’ll see the changes of plant species as you pass through three different forest zones: tropical, warm, and temperate. The various track sections also have their own unique characteristics, such as a spiral section (Dulishan Station), and the horseshoe bend (Shuisheliao Station), making this railway journey a truly rare attraction.
Reviewed By cristiannep2015 - Singapore, Singapore
Boarded the railway going up to the sunrise deck it is the most magical experience ever. The minute I saw the old railway I instantly felt like Im in Japan, especially the old train. There were few people in our cart so we can move freely which other carts dont have the luxury as they are filled up. I love looking at the window while the train was moving and having to see the fog over all these ancient trees. It gibes off that eery, mystical feeling. And the sound of the train tracks moving makes it more like it came straight out if a horror movie, but less on horror more on mystical. The train ride was very comfortable and I love the red glow it shows underneath when we arrived to our destination (see the picture). All in all it was a very memorable experience.
5. Taiwan High Speed Rail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,002 reviews
Reviewed By ROCruiser - Claremont, United States
The HSR took over most of the regular train system in Taiwan for faster and much easier accessibility. The airport MTR linked directly to the HSR station in Taoyuan for easy transit to southern Taiwan. We took the very first train from Taoyuan to Chiayi on our most recent trip and had a pleasant ride without too much hassle. The only thing is that I wish the luggage racks are bigger to accommodate more large bags that the passengers are bringing on the train.
6. Kaohsiung Subway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By CherryL403 - Austin, United States
Well prepared signage for directions in under ground and surrounding area. Stations have long platform with short train, and signs tell people with end to embark for which direction of train.
7. Taoyuan International Airport MRT
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,305 reviews
Reviewed By Sam649 - Montreal, Canada
This is a nice airport very easy to get around and very accessible by MRT. 40 minutes from Taipei main station
8. Maokong mountain
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,092 reviews
The Maokong gondola stops at Taipei Zoo, Zhinan Temple and the Maokong station. The Maokong station stop at the top of the mountain offers a panoramic view of the city and visitors can try delicacies like noodles with tea oil and glutinous rice with bamboo shoots.
Reviewed By allegro383
A very enjoyable day trip taking the cable car from Taipei Zoo MRT Station to Maokong where there are several short hiking trails with waterfalls and brooks. We saw many butterflies and dragonflies and came across miniature crabs, as well as many interesting plant species. There were a few steep flights of stairs along the way but overall, the hiking trails are relatively safe and easy to walk. For lunch we ate at a restaurant on the main road with tea-themed dishes such as tea fried rice and tea-smoked duck. While you are here in tea country, it is worth visiting a tea house and have tea prepared for you with pomp and ceremony while you enjoy the spectacular mountain views. The tea house experience is not exactly cheap and depends on the quality of tea that you have chosen. As it was a hot day, we also stopped for some refreshing tea jelly and oolong tea ice cream. We were very lucky to be able to get down by cable car as well because it started raining and the service was then suspended due to thunderstorm activity.
9. Chia Yi Bus
10. Gushan Ferry Pier
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 570 reviews
Reviewed By meadowCY - Singapore, Singapore
The ferry ride to Cijin Island takes only about 5 mins or so. It operates like every 10 mins. Rides are very cheap. Before we knew It, we were already on the island. Enjoyable short ride. Around the ferry area on Kaoshiung side are many eateries selling yummy shaved ice. A must-eat!!
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