Taipei to Taroko Gorge: How to Explore Taiwan in Style
As the world slowly reopens to international travel, Remote Lands is putting a spotlight on underappreciated Taiwan, an island of natural beauty, urban splendor, and traditional culture.
An Online Magazine from the Asia Travel Experts at Remote Lands
As the world slowly reopens to international travel, Remote Lands is putting a spotlight on underappreciated Taiwan, an island of natural beauty, urban splendor, and traditional culture.
Taiwan’s East Coast is known for its temperate climate and laid-back culture – all best experienced from the open road.
Jordan Hammond takes his camera to Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, for a look into the motorbike waterfall, low-flying planes, and the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall.
Tiananmen Square and Chiang Kai-shek’s Memorial – two very different monuments, two very different dictators, and a divergent history that maintains much in common.
A road trip along Taiwan’s east coast allows travelers to see strange architectural wonders, breathtaking natural beauty, and dynamic Asian cityscapes from a whole new angle.
Writer and historian Jeremiah Jenne takes the Maokong Gondola outside of Taipei for a taste of the country’s tea and a look into its past. Whether it’s a tourist trap or a beloved destination for tea lovers depends on how far you are willing to walk.
For travelers who want to experience Taiwan away from the rush of Taipei, Tainan is a slower, more historic city – some might even say the island’s oldest.
Travelers looking to add a little love into their spiritual journey through Taiwan’s capital can pop by a Taipei temple for a little metaphysical matchmaking. Forget Cupid and look to Yue Lao.
The strange, abandoned UFO city of Wanli district north of Taipei is an odd architectural remnant of a forgotten look into the future.
Duncan Forgan takes his bike around Taiwan – all the way around Taiwan. This heaven for cyclists is a hard climb but well worth the effort.
Brunch, lunch, and dinner get all the attention, but these hotel breakfasts in Asia will wake you up salivating for the most important meal of the day.
With high-speed rails replacing the stress of the airport experience, many new travelers are opting for these East Asia routes over flights.