Saturday, 24 December 2011

Places to Stay in Taiwan

Places to Stay in Taiwan
Taiwan was previously known as “Ilha Formosa” which means Beautiful Island by the Portuguese when they arrived in Taiwan in the year 1544. Taiwan is very small in geographical size but there is variety of things to do and see while visiting there.

If are looking to have stay in Taiwan, it is one of the best place. There are many pretty hotels to have a relaxed and comfortable stay. We should definitely first start with the hotels in the posh localities of Taipei. Regal Executive Suites in Taiwan has all the modern amenities and facilities and they offer superb accommodation services to their guests. In addition to that, Taipei has many other lovely food joints, shopping complexes, and other entertaining sources which dazzle with magnificence, etc. In short Taipei is the perfect holiday destination.

Les Suites Ching-Cheng Hotel is another famous hotel in Taiwan but it is quite expensive. This hotel is situated in a good and posh area. One of the main features of this hotel is that it has been included in the list of the “Great hotel of the world”.

Grand Hyatt Hotel, located in the world trade center in Taiwan is the next hotel that we should talk about as it is one of the best hotels in the world and have presence nearly all over the world. Grand Hyatt Hotel is a well maintained hotel providing best of the services including superb accommodation and hospitality services.

Landis Taipei Hotel and The Howard Plaza Hotel are other two great hotels for comfortable and luxurious stay at Taiwan. Both hotels are situated in the northern Taiwan. Though, The Landis Taipei Hotel is a world-class hotel and quite famous among visitors, The Howard Plaza Hotel is no less than it. Both the hotels offering the best of modern amenities and services.

Even if you are looking for budget hotels in Taiwan, there are many hotels like the Hotel Kingdom and Life Resort Hotel. They are very affordable hotels and can be availed at reasonable rates. They offer excellent services and at the same time accommodation is quite relaxed and comfortable. Both these hotels located in southern Taiwan in the city of Kaohsiung which is the second largest city in Taiwan and is also a great vacation spot.

Other budget hotels in Taiwan are C’est Jeune, Hondo Hotel, Hotel Hualien, Lilai hotel, Good Ground Hotel etc. These hotels offer comfortable stay and accommodation at reasonable cost.

For business or corporate purposes there are number of hotels in Taiwan out of which Riviera Hotel is one of the famous hotels offers affordable rates with well maintained infrastructure and all the contemporary luxuries. In fact Riviera Hotel has is the perfect destination for both business and leisure purposes.

Talking about elegance, interiors and decor Grand Formosa Taroko Hotel Hualien is the best of all the hotels.it can honor its guests with all the contemporary luxuries of accommodation and good interiors and decors.  Caesar Park Hotel is another good hotel that is famous for its unmatched services combined with perfection of warm hospitality. It is situated in that district of Taipei which is a perfect place business.

Things to do in Taiwan

 Things to do in Taiwan
When we talk of Taiwan, it is not considered as high on travel wishlist of South East Asian countries. If you’re on your way to Asia and looking for visiting adventurous Taiwan then you reached the right place. Taiwan city is located 80 miles off the coast of mainland China.

There are various adventurous things to do in Taiwan that you’ll never forget throughout your life. As you visit this beautiful city, you will experience adventure, entertain, relaxed and delighted and your camera likely to full with photographs. Hot springs, mist-covered mountains are the main features of this beautiful city.

Taiwan is also popularly known as “Treasure Island” for its landscapes and beautiful scenery. This beautiful island is a perfect and unique destination for tourists who want to enjoy its theme parks, grand mist-covered mountains, hot springs, beaches, and cultural values. Taiwan is characterized by its fine weather, excellent tourist services, friendly people and easy transportation.


1.) Yang Min Shan National Park

Yang Min Shan National Park is famous because to its wonderful flora and wildlife sanctuaries, beauty, spas and massages and also for its hot spring season. Its mineral springs are famous with people from Taipei that is just few minutes’ drive by bus or by train; tourists can go hiking or have a picnic here.

2.) Mt. Yushan

Another Sightseeing tour at Taiwan is Jade Mountain, Mt. Yushan, which is the highest peak in the entire Northeastern Asia. You can really enjoy by climbing this 3,952-meter-high mountain.


3.) Penghu Islands

Penghu Island is another worthwhile place to visit in Taiwan. Penghu has fishing villages, sandy beaches, and delicious seafood.

4.) Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall

Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall is a splendid structure and also known as the National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall. This marvelous building represents the flag of Taiwan with its blue roofs, red flowerbeds, and white walls. Lush green gardens flank the hall are the main features of this building. It is situated very close to the National Theatre and National Concert Hall.

5.) Tienhsiang

Established in Tienhsiang is the Taroko Gorge National Park, perhaps Taiwan’s most stunning tourist attraction. It is a must see place in Taiwan.

6.) Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall    

Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall is very spacious hall where a 30-foot statue of Dr. Sun Yat Sen placed, who played a crucial role in Taiwanese history. Visitors can watch the changing of the guard. They can also watch entertaining shows in the theatre on the upper floors.

7.) Lung Shan Temple

Lung Shan Temple also known as the Dragon Mountain Temple, is very attractive temple for its structure and religious practices where worshippers give offerings to several gods here, the superior being the Goddess of Mercy. Offerings such as flowers, fruit, and money are made here to the deities. The temple is located in the Wanhua district, just near the Huashi Night Market.


8.) Taipei 101

Taipei 101 is the tallest building in the world with 509 meters high. Formed in the year 2003, it is formed like a Chinese pagoda having 8 floors in each pagoda roof and was traditionally designed according to feng shui beliefs. It is located very close to the Taipei the Grand Hyatt Hotel, Exhibition Convention Center, and the Japanese department stores of Sogo and Mitsukoshi.

9) The National Palace Museum

The National Palace Museum includes one of the most widespread collections of Chinese artifacts and other objects related to art and craft. This wonderful Museum has the masterpieces which provide glimpses of Chinese craftsmanship.


10.) Guang Hua Night Market

Guang Hua Night Market is one of the great sightseeing places in Taiwan. This exciting array of snack market offer delicious and affordable treats like soup made from beef bone stock and other several kinds of pancakes, dumplings, with tangy sauce, and roti bread.