Taipei, A City of Colorful History, Culture, and Tradition
Considered as a special municipality of Taiwan, Taipei also serves as the country’s capital. The city is strategically situated on the northernmost part of Taiwan island, the majority of its land area sitting on the Taipei Basin. Before the Han Chinese people migrated to Taiwan, the area was initially occupied by the Ketagalan plains aborigines. In 1895, Taipei, Taiwan changed its name to Taihoku during the Japanese Rule. Today, the city is home to millions of residents, so expect to find affordable hotels and lodging spaces available in the community. To reach the city by plane, arrive at the Taipei-Taoyuan International Airport or the Taipei-Songshan Aiport, both of which are located in the town.
Best Time to Visit
Throughout the year, Taipei holds plenty of festivals and celebrations, some of which are the Dragon Boat Festival on the 5th day of the fifth month of the Chinese calendar, Ghost Festival on the 15th day of the seventh month, and the Moon Festival on the 15th day of the eighth month. The weather in the city is generally lovely for most of the year with occasional rainshowers. Taipei, Taiwan hotels are notably cheaper in June during the slow season.
What to Do & Area Attractions
If you’re visiting Taipei, three of the most iconic sites to visit are the Taipei 101, a 106-floor skyscraper, the National Palace Museum, which holds a massive collection of Chinese artifacts and art pieces, and the Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines. After the tiring city tour, reward yourself with a good night’s sleep at the budget-friendly Forever Inn, or at the 4-star CityInn Hotel Plus – Fuxing N. RD. Branch. The nearby Ambience Hotel Taipei is also another wonderful hotel to stay.