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ART – 美 術

Arts in the culture of Taiwan.  (taiwan.net.tw)

  • Art scene in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中美術的角色

  • Taiwan’s art scene is a dynamic mix of traditional heritage and cutting-edge contemporary expression. Centered heavily in hubs like Taipei and Kaohsiung, it features major public museums, repurposed industrial creative parks, thriving street art, and international art fairs that highlight local and regional talent.

  • Major Art Institutions & Museums: (i) Taipei Fine Arts Museum (TFAM) – Taipei City is Taiwan’s first official modern art museum, famous for showcasing 20th-century Taiwanese masters and hosting large-scale global showcases like the Taipei Biennale; (ii) Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei (MOCA)Taipei City is housed in a historic red-brick building, focusing on experimental, avant-garde, and digital contemporary works; (iii) National Palace Museum Taipei City, is home to an enormous imperial collection of ancient Chinese art, jade, and calligraphy; (iv) Kaohsiung’s Pier-2 Art Center – Kaohsiung City is a sprawling port-side warehouse district representing southern Taiwan’s thriving contemporary and mural art community.

  • Creative Parks & Incubators (i) Huashan 1914 – Taipei City, TaiwanFormer industrial wine and tobacco factories in Taipei converted into bustling hubs for indie design shops, cafes, and pop-up galleries; (ii) Taiwan Contemporary Culture Lab (C-LAB) – Taipei City is a former military site in Taipei turned into an experimental playground for digital arts, sound design, and AI-driven installations like the Future Vision Lab.

  • Festivals and Fairs: (i) Art Taipei & Taipei Dangdai: Major international art fairs bringing global galleries, collectors, and curators to the capital; (ii) Regional Land Art Festivals: Events like the Taiwan East Coast Land Arts Festival blend environmental awareness and indigenous culture with site-specific installations.

  • ntua.edu.tw – Art in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • artsy.net – Art in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • artsy.net – Art in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • moc.gov.tw – Art in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • roc-taiwan.org – Art in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • npac-ntch.org – Art in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • gd-park.org.tw – Guandu International Outdoor Sculpture Festival
  • moc.gov.tw – Guandu International Outdoor Sculpture Festival
  • travel.taipei – Guandu International Outdoor Sculpture Festival

  • wikipedia.org – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • artsy.net – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • go2taiwan.net – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • brandeis.edu – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • museum – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • telegraph.co.uk – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中美術的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中美術的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Art scene in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中美術的角色 @ Google Images

  • Art Villages in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中藝術村的角色

  • Taiwan has transformed many former military dependents’ settlements, squatter villages, and industrial sites into thriving cultural spaces. These destinations serve as active international artist residencies while opening up vibrant, labyrinthine alleys to travelers exploring the island’s underground creative movement.

  • Top Art and Artist Villages in Taiwan: (i) Treasure Hill Artist Village located in Taipei City (near Gongguan MRT station). A labyrinth of old hillside shanties and historic military structures transformed into a vibrant cultural ecosystem. Features winding staircases, open studios, murals, unique art installations, indie boutiques, and stunning vistas overlooking the Xindian River; (ii) Rainbow Village. Taichung City. A surreal, high-energy blast of color saved from demolition by its resident veteran painter. Every square inch of the remaining houses—walls, pathways, and windows—is coated in bright, whimsical illustrations of animals, pop icons, and folklore elements; (iii) Weiwuying Street Art Village, Kaohsiung City. An entire residential neighborhood turned into a colossal outdoor urban canvas. Features massive multi-story murals painted on apartment buildings by international and local street artists, blending community living with large-scale contemporary street art; (iv) Lukang Artist Village. Changhua County. Restored Japanese colonial-era residential quarters integrated seamlessly near historic alleyways. Focused heavily on traditional crafts and local heritage, where you can interact directly with calligraphy artists, lantern-makers, and leather craftsmen inside their workshops.

  • neocha.com – Art Villages in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw – Art Villages in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Art Villages in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中藝術村的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Art Villages in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中藝術村的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Art Villages in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中藝術村的角色 @ Google Images

  • Art Streets in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中藝術街的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Art Streets in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中藝術街的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Art Streets in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中藝術街的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Art Streets in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中藝術街的角色 @ Google Images

  • Folk arts in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中民間藝術的角色

  • asianinfo.org – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • travelking.com.tw – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwan.net.tw – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • ocac.gov.tw – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • eventbrite.com – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中民間藝術的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中民間藝術的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Folk Arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中民間藝術的角色 @ Google Images

BELIEFS – 信 仰

Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan

  • Beliefs in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中信仰的角色

  • cmu.edu.tw – Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwan.net.tw – Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中信仰的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中信仰的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Beliefs in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中信仰的角色 @ Google Images

  • Myths in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中神话的角色

  • taiwandc.org – Folk stories of Taiwan @ Taiwandc . org
  • taipeitimes.com – Myths in the culture of Taiwan @ Taipei Times . com
  • forbes.com – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • taiwandc.org – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • thewondernuts.com – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • moc.gov.tw – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • e2bn.org – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • theculturetrip.com – Legend of creation of Sun-Moon Lake @ The Culture Trip . com

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  • scholar.google.com – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中神话的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中神话的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Myths in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中神话的角色 @ Google Images

  • Legends in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中传说的角色

  • youtube.com – Legends in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwandc.org – Legends in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Legends in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中传说的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Legends in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中传说的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Legends in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中传说的角色 @ Google Images

  • Folklore in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中民間传说的角色

  • unpo.org – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • upenn.edu – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ichcap.org – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • cioff.org – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • semanticscholar.org – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwanurl.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • taiwantoday.tw – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • focustaiwan.tw – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taipeitimes.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • taiwan.net.tw – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ketagalanmedia.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wiley.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中民間传说的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中民間传说的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Folklore in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中民間传说的角色 @ Google Images

  • Religion in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中宗教的角色

  • springer.com – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • worldatlas.com – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • britannica.com – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中宗教的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中宗教的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Religion in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中宗教的角色 @ Google Images

BLOGS – 部 落 格

Blogs in the culture of Taiwan

  • Blogs in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中部落格的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Blogs in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中部落格的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Blogs in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中部落格的角色@ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Blogs in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中部落格的角色 @ Google Images

CINEMA – 電 影

The 2012 movie “Life of Pi”, winner of Four Academy Awards
(including Best Picture), was filmed in Pingtung,
Taichung & at the Taipei Zoo.
( wikipedia.org )

“Warriors of the Rainbow: Seediq Bale”
( chaari.com )

The 1966 film “The Sand Pebbles”
was filmed partly in Keelung. The movie
received eight Academy Award nominations.
( wikipedia.org )

  • Cinema in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中電影的角色

  • wikipedia.org – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • vscinemas.com.tw – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwanfun.com – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • taiwantoday.tw – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Cinema arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ Google Images

  • Film in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中電影的角色

  • Seattle Taiwanese American Film Festival

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  • scholar.google.com – Film arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Film arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Film arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ Google Images

  • Movies in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中電影的角色

  • _____ – Motion picture arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Motion picture arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Motion picture arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Motion picture arts in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中電影的角色 @ Google Images

CULTURE – 文化

Donggang Wangye worship ceremony. (taiwangods.com)

  • WORLD HERITAGE SITES
  • 世 界 遺 產 區

  • moc.gov.tw – Potential world heritage sites in Taiwan @ Taiwan Ministry of Culture
  • boch.gov.tw – Bureau of Cultural Heritage in Ministry of Culture of Taiwan – website
  • taiwan.net.tw – Culture & heritage in Taiwan @ Taiwan Tourism Bureau – website
  • taiwannews.com.tw – world heritage sites – backgrounder @ Taiwan News . com
  • taiwantoday.tw – Protecting Taiwan world heritage properties – backgrounder @ “Taiwan Today” magazine
  • taiwantoday.tw – Taiwan world heritage properties @ “Taiwan Today” magazine ntpc.gov.tw – Civil Society Forum on world heritage in Taiwan @ New Taipei City website
  • taiwanholidays.com.au – 10 day tour from Taiwan of UNESCO world heritage sites @ Taiwan Holidays . com (Australia)
  • leidenuniv.nl – A study of discourse on world heritage in Taiwan @ Leiden Univ (GDR)
  • taiwannews.com.tw – China becomes country with most world heritage sites @ Taiwan News . com
  • theculturetrip.com – Top cultural heritage sites in Taiwan @ The Culture Trip . com
  • owlting.com – Tea heritage tour in Taiwan @ Owlting . com
  • wikipedia.org – List of world heritage sites in East Asia @ Wikipedia . org
  • unesco.org – List of world heritage sites @ UNESCO . org
  • worldheritagesite.org – World heritage properties in Taiwan – backgrounder @ World Heritage Site . org
  • birmingham.ac.uk – The cultural heritage of Taiwan – backgrounder @ Univ of Birmingham (U.K.)
  • loc.gov – Taiwan Law of Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage – backgrounder @ Library of Congress (U.S.A)

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  • scholar.google.com – World Heritage Sites in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – World Heritage Sites in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – World Heritage Sites in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • CULTURE – 文 化

  • ucsb.edu – Mountains, forests & Taiwan literature @ Univ of California SantaBarbara Center for Taiwan Studies (USA)
  • wikipedia.org – Taiwan culture – backgrounder
  • commisceo-global.com – Taiwan culture – backgrounder
  • lifeoftaiwan.com – Taiwan culture – backgrounder

  • taiwan-panorama.com – Five Decades of Photos of Shopping Districts in Taiwan @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine
  • taiwan-panorama.com – Transportation in Taiwan Across Seven Decades @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .

  • TRADITIONS
  • 傳 統

  • commisceo-global.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • iexplore.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • google.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • usatoday.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • google.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • foreignsanctuary.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • youtube.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • outreachfortaiwan.org – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • bbc.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • britannica.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • quora.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • outpostmagazine.com – Traditions in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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  • FOLK CUSTOMS
  • 風 俗

  • hakka.gov.tw –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • google.com –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • iexplore.com –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • soas.ac.uk –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • worldatlas.com –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • eastasian.ucsb.edu –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • cmu.edu.tw –  Customs in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • quora.com – Folk customs in the culture of Taiwan

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  • “Old Streets” in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中老街的角色

  • Taiwan’s “Old Streets” ( 老街 – “laojie” ) are historic commercial districts preserved from the Qing Dynasty or Japanese colonial eras. They typically formed around old trading ports, mining towns or railway hubs. They feature a blend of Qing dynasty roots, Japanese-era colonial architecture, local crafts & famous street food.

  • alexisjetsets.com – 9 Old Streets in Northern and Central Taiwan – Explore and Eat Like a Local @ Alexis Jet Sets . com
  • taiwan.md – Taiwan’s Historic Streets and Commercial Districts @ Taiwan.md (Taiwan.md is an open-source knowledge base about Taiwan)
  • taiwan-panorama.com – Five Decades of Photos of Shopping Districts in Taiwan @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine

  • wikipedia.org – List of roads in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – Category: Streets in Taiwan – 台灣街道 @ Wikipedia . org

  • livingnomads.com – Best Old Streets in Taiwan: Where to go, what to eat & top things to do @ Living Nomads . com
  • chloestravelogue.com – A Guide to Taipei Old Town: Dadaocheng & Dihua Street @ Chloe’s Travelogue blog
  • rtaiwanr.com – Taiwan’s Top 10 Classic Old Streets] Must-Try Foods, Popular Attractions, and Detailed Transportation Guide! @ Round Taiwan Round . com

  • Taipei City
  • 台灣 / 臺北市

  • wikipedia.org – Shenkeng Old Street – 深坑老街 – “Stinky Tofu Street” @ Wikipedia . org (Taipei City)
  • wikipedia.org – Dihua Street – 迪化街 @ Wikipedia . org (Taipei City)
  • wikipedia.org – Bopiliao Historic Block – 剝皮寮 @ Wikipedia . org (Taipei City)

  • wikipedia.org – Tamsui Old Street – 淡水老街 @ Wikipedia . org (New Taipei City)
  • wikipedia.org – Jiufen Old Street – 九份老街 @ Wikipedia . org (New Taipei City)
  • youtube.com – Jiufen Old Street Walking Tour + Food Guide (Motivated Travel channel)
  • guidetotaipei.com – Shifen Old Streets – 十分老街 @ Guide To Taipei . com (New Taipei City)

  • wikipedia.org – Sanxia Old Street – 三峽老街 @ Wikipedia . org ( New Taipei City)

  • For links to “Old Streets” in Central Taiwan . . . . please click on the “Culture” Page for the Area, then scroll down to the section on “Old Streets” . . . .
  • For links to “Old Streets” in Southern Taiwan . . . . please click on the “Culture” Page for the Area, then scroll down to the section on “Old Streets” . . . .

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  • scholar.google.com – “Old Streets” in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中老街的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – “Old Streets” in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中老街的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – “Old Streets” in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中老街的角色 @ Google Images

DINING – 餐 館 及 餐 飲

Dining, cooking & food in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Dining in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Dining in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Dining in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • COOKING – 烹 飪
  • tripadvisor.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • tripadvisor.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • youtube.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • onlinehome.us – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • amcham.com.tw – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • kitchen.j321.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwanduck.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • eatwhattonight.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • viator.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikia.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • cookingchanneltv.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Cooking in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

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  • scholar.google.com – Cuisine in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Cuisine in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Cuisine in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • FOODS – 食品

  • Taiwanese cuisine is defined by its vibrant night market street food culture, comforting slow-cooked braised dishes, and complex flavor profiles influenced by Southern Fujian, Hakka, and Japanese culinary traditions. It prioritizes fresh seafood, pork, and aromatics like basil, five-spice powder, and fried shallots. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] [1, 2, 3]

  • Iconic Comfort Classics: (i) Beef Noodle Soup (Niu Rou Mian): Considered Taiwan’s national dish, it features slow-simmered, tender beef chunks, chewy wheat noodles, and a rich, aromatic broth often spiked with Sichuan peppercorns and mustard greens. [1, 2]; (ii) Braised Pork Rice (Lu Rou Fan): The ultimate Taiwanese comfort food, consisting of finely chopped, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly slow-cooked in soy sauce and five-spice, served over steamed rice. [1, 2]; (iii) Three Cup Chicken (San Bei Ji): A savory dish named for its equal parts of soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil, cooked down with tons of whole garlic cloves, ginger slices, and fresh Taiwanese basil. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]; (iv) Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao): Thin dough wrappers filled with hot meat broth and pork. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Famous Night Market Street Food: (i) Taiwanese Fried Chicken (Yan Su Ji / Ji Pai): Pounded thin chicken cutlets or popcorn bite-sized pieces that are double-fried for a delicate, shattering crunch, then tossed with salt, pepper, and fried basil. [1]; (ii) Oyster Omelet (O-a-chian): A gooey, savory pancake made by mixing plump oysters, eggs, and sweet potato starch for a distinct chewy texture, finished with a sweet and savory red sauce. [1, 2]; (iii) Pork Belly Bun (Gua Bao): Known colloquially as a “Taiwanese hamburger,” it features a fluffy steamed lotus-leaf bun stuffed with tender braised pork belly, pickled mustard greens, cilantro, and sweetened peanut powder. [1, 2]; (iv) Stinky Tofu (Chou Dou Fu): Fermented tofu that has a pungent aroma but a deeply savory, complex flavor. It is typically deep-fried until crisp and served with a tangy, pickled cabbage. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Traditional Breakfast Staples: (i) Savory Soy Milk (Xian Dou Jiang): Warm soy milk curdled with a splash of vinegar and soy sauce, topped with dried shrimp, pickled radish, and green onions. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]; (ii) Fried Dough Sticks (You Tiao): Light, airy, and crispy savory crullers meant for dipping into hot soy milk. [1, 2, 3, 5]; (iii) Egg Crepe (Dan Bing): A soft, chewy flour crepe cooked with an egg stuck to it, rolled up with options like green onions, cheese, or bacon, and drizzled with thick soy paste. [1, 2, 3, 4]

  • Drinks & Sweets: (i.) Boba Bubble Tea (Zhen Zhu Nai Cha): Invented in Taiwan in the 1980s, this global staple combines sweetened milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]; (ii.) Mango Shaved Ice: Fluffy shaved milk ice topped with fresh mango chunks and sweet syrup; (iii.) Pineapple Cake (Feng Li Su): A small buttery pastry filled with sweet pineapple jam. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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  • SHEN KENG (TAIWAN STINKY TOFU STREET)
  • 深 坑 老 街

  • The primary destination known as the “stinky tofu capital” near Taipei is Shenkeng Old Street (Shenkeng Laojie), located about 15 to 30 minutes southeast of central Taipei in New Taipei City. This historic brick-lined street is entirely dedicated to tofu, featuring dozens of specialized restaurants and street stalls. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Styles of Tofu on Shenkeng Old Street: (i) Mala (Spicy Stewed) Tofu: Hunks of semi-firm tofu stewed in mouth-numbing, spicy Sichuan-style broths, often cooked with duck’s blood; (ii) Grilled Stinky Tofu: Skewered slabs grilled over an open flame and stuffed with pickled cabbage, cilantro, and sugared peanut powder; (iii) Tofu Ice Cream: Novelty soft-serve and gelato flavored with black soy, sesame, or traditional tofu, served at the end of the strip to cool the palate. [1, 2, 3]

  • Popular Vendors: (i) Jindading Fragrant Tofu: Famous street stall known for long lines and grilled skewers topped with peanut powder and kimchi; (ii) Wang Shui Cheng: A staple sit-down restaurant credited with classic stewed “mala” tofu recipes; (iii) Under the Tree Grilled Stinky Tofu: A prominent outdoor vendor located right at the entrance area. [1, 2]

  • RECIPES – 菜 譜

  • Popular Taiwanese Street Foods & Comfort Dishes: (i) Lu Rou Fan (Braised Pork Rice) A quintessential comfort dish featuring tender, finely diced pork belly slow-cooked in a savory-sweet soy sauce broth seasoned with Chinese five-spice, star anise, fried shallots, and garlic. It is traditionally served over steaming hot rice and accompanied by hard-boiled eggs stewed right in the braising liquid. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] (ii) Dan Bing (Taiwanese Egg Crepe) A classic, quick breakfast staple made from a light, slightly chewy flour and sweet potato starch batter. The batter is pan-fried into a thin crepe, topped with a whisked egg and fresh scallions, then rolled up and sliced into bite-sized pieces. It is commonly customized with cheese or ham and served with thick soy sauce paste. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] (iii) Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken Famous night market bite-sized chicken chunks marinated in soy sauce, rice wine, and five-spice powder. The pieces are coated in a coarse sweet potato flour for an extra-crunchy exterior, deep-fried alongside fresh, fragrant basil leaves, and finished with a dusting of white pepper salt. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]; (iv) Ba-wan (Taiwanese Crystal Meatball) A unique street snack showcasing a chewy, translucent outer wrapper made from rice flour and root starches. It is filled with seasoned pork shoulder, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and bamboo shoots. After being steamed to translucent perfection, it is typically served with a signature sweet chili sauce. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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  • RESTAURANTS – 餐 飲

  • Taiwan features a world-renowned dining landscape ranging from three-Michelin-starred institutions to historic night markets. Exceptional options include elevated Cantonese fine dining at Le Palais, sustainable farm-to-table banquet menus at Mountain & Sea House, and legendary street food stalls clustered within Taipei’s vibrant Raohe Night Market. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

    Fine Dining & Michelin-Starred Cuisine

    Le Palais
    4.5
    (3.1K)
    Cantonese
    ClosedJianming Village, Datong District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Luxe Cantonese and exquisite dim sum.
    Highlight: The country’s longest-standing three-Michelin-star restaurant. Known for its meticulously prepared crispy-skin roast duck. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]



    Ya Ge
    4.3
    (1.3K)
    NT$2,000+Cantonese
    ClosedSongshan District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Traditional and high-end Cantonese.
    Highlight: Located inside the luxury Mandarin Oriental Taipei. Renowned for its oven-baked crab meat served in custom silver shells. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]



    Tien Hsiang Lo
    4.5
    (1.8K)
    NT$2,000+Zhejiang restaurant
    ClosedXinfu Village, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Authentic, delicate Hangzhou style.
    Highlight: Taipei’s only Michelin-starred Hangzhou restaurant. Famous for its slow-braised Dongpo pork and legendary Fairy Duck Soup. [1, 2, 3, 4]



    Elevated & Modern Taiwanese Specialties

    Mountain & Sea House Restaurant
    4.1
    (2.4K)
    NT$2,000+Taiwanese
    ClosedSan’ai Village, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Traditional, upscale Taiwanese banquet cooking.
    Highlight: Set inside a historic Taisho-era mansion. Holds both a Michelin Star and Green Star for its organic, farm-to-table closed-loop system. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]



    Fujin Tree Taiwanese Cuisine & Champagne
    4.2
    (2.2K)
    Taiwanese
    ClosedJingzhong Village, Songshan District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Modern Southern Taiwanese fusion paired with French champagne.
    Highlight: Features a gorgeous greenhouse-style dining room filled with natural light. Celebrated for its delicate crispy egg tofu. [1, 2, 3]



    Shin Yeh Main Restaurant
    4.2
    (6.4K)
    NT$400–1,400Taiwanese
    ClosedQingguang Village, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Classic, elevated traditional Taiwanese street-side and banquet dishes.
    Highlight: A beloved institution running since 1977. Masterful wok skills are showcased in favorites like pan-fried pork liver and radish omelets. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]



    Casual Dining & Iconic Street Eats

    Feng Delicious (Taipei Nanjing E. Branch)
    4.7
    (11.0K)
    NT$400–600Taiwanese
    ClosedZhuyuan Village, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Affordable, retro-style traditional home cooking.
    Highlight: Government-certified for its dedication to preserving authentic culinary roots. The signature White Chicken is a crowd-favorite. [1, 2, 3, 4]



    Raohe Night Market
    4.3
    (81.0K)
    Night market
    ClosedCiyou Village, Songshan District, Taipei City, TaiwanCuisine: Iconic Taiwanese small eats and street food.
    Highlight: Boasts a highly dense concentration of Michelin Bib Gourmand stalls. Must-tries include the piping-hot Fuzhou pepper buns. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]



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  • travelintaiwan.net – Where It Gets Hot During Winter – Three Taipei Hot-Pot Restaurants Sure to Warm You Up @ Travel in Taiwan e-zine (Terrific site !!! )
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”FAVORITES” (LOCAL SPECIALTIES) – 最 愛

Local specialties in the culture of Taiwan. (taiwan.net.tw)

  • ”FAVORITES” (LOCAL SPECIALTIES) – 最 愛

  • Taiwan is famous for iconic culinary staples like beef noodle soup, xiao long bao, braised pork rice (lu rou fan), and bubble tea. Night markets and local shops across the island offer a massive variety of savory dishes, sweet treats, and regional products. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Iconic National Dishes: (i) Beef Noodle Soup (Niurou Mian): Tender braised beef and wheat noodles in a rich, flavorful broth; (ii) Xiao Long Bao: Delicate steamed soup dumplings filled with pork and hot broth; (iii) Lu Rou Fan: Savory, slow-cooked minced pork belly served over white rice; (iv) Oyster Omelette: Plump local oysters mixed with eggs and a starchy batter, topped with sweet-spicy sauce; (v) Bubble Tea: Chewy tapioca pearls in sweetened milk tea, invented in Taiwan. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Night Market Favorites: (i) Stinky Tofu: Fermented tofu with a pungent aroma and a crispy, flavorful bite; (ii) Gua Bao: A fluffy steamed bun stuffed with tender braised pork, pickled greens, and ground peanuts; (iii) Large Fried Chicken Cutlet: Extra-large, crispy, spiced chicken breast; (iv) Taiwanese Sausage with Sticky Rice: A grilled Chinese sausage wrapped inside a glutinous rice “bun”. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Regional Specialties & Souvenirs: (i) Pineapple Cakes (Fenglishu): Buttery, flaky pastries filled with sweet-tart pineapple jam; (ii) Brown Sugar Cake: A spongy, molasses-rich specialty from Penghu; (iii) Gaoliang Liquor & Beef Jerky: Potent sorghum liquor and savory dried meat from Kinmen; (iv) A-Gei: Tofu skin stuffed with glass noodles and sealed with fish paste, famous in Tamsui. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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  • SUNNY HILLS PINEAPPLE CAKES
  • 微熱山丘 鳳梨酥

  • TAIPEI LEECHI SUNCAKES

  • COFFEE – 咖 啡

  • Taiwanese coffee is a high-end, rapidly growing specialty industry characterized by high-elevation mountain cultivation, innovative processing methods, and distinct flavor notes like oolong tea, jasmine, and tropical fruit. Major growing regions include Alishan, Dongshan, and Guoxing. [1, 2, 3]

  • Key Growing Regions: (i) Alishan (Chiayi): High-altitude, misty mountain conditions produce award-winning beans with delicate floral and fruit profiles; (ii) Dongshan (Tainan): One of the oldest districts on the island, known for balanced, nutty profiles; (iii) Guoxing (Nantou): Central region ideal for cultivating specialty Arabica and experimental varietals. [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Flavor Profile and Innovation: (i) Terroir: Cool mountain air and volcanic or mineral-rich soils help beans mature slowly for enhanced sweetness; (ii) Processing: Farmers widely use advanced techniques like anaerobic fermentation and honey processing to accentuate notes of lychee, mango, and honey. [1, 2, 3]

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  • BEVERAGES – 饮 料

  • Taiwan boasts a world-famous beverage culture driven by its subtropical climate, extensive tea-growing regions, and legendary “hand-shaken” (手搖飲) drink shops. The country’s drink scene ranges from traditional teas and creative street side concoctions to internationally acclaimed alcoholic spirits. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Iconic Street & Café Drinks: (i.) Bubble Tea (珍珠奶茶): Taiwan’s global phenomenon, pairing black or green milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls; (ii.) Fruit & Herbal Teas: Made by blending high-quality local teas with fresh citrus, passion fruit, or mango; (iii.) Brown Sugar Boba: Fresh milk marbled with caramelized brown sugar syrup and warm tapioca pearls; (iv.) Cheese Foam Teas: Oolong or green tea topped with a thick, savory-sweet layer of salted cream cheese; (v.) Papaya Milk (木瓜牛奶): Creamy and smooth, a ubiquitous street food staple freshly blended at night markets. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Traditional & Canned Favorites: (i) High-Mountain Oolong: Highly prized loose-leaf tea steeped in the traditional “Gongfu” style; (ii) Winter Melon Tea (冬瓜茶): A caffeine-free, naturally cooling infusion cooked down from winter melon and brown sugar; (iii) Hey Song Sarsaparilla (黑松沙士): A classic herbal, root beer-style soda native to Taiwan; (iv) Apple Sidra (蘋果西打): A crisp, sweet, bubbly apple soda found at almost every local restaurant and convenience store. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

  • Alcoholic Beverages: (i) Taiwan Beer: The dominant crisp lager brewed with local rice. It is also famous for its sweet, tropical fruit variations like mango, pineapple, and grape. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]; (ii) Kavalan Whisky: Award-winning single malts produced in subtropical Yilan County, known for rapid maturation and complex flavor profiles. [1, 2]; (iii) Kinmen Kaoliang (高粱酒): A potent, fiery spirit distilled from sorghum, serving as Taiwan’s most popular traditional liquor. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

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  • BUBBLE TEA – 珍 珠 奶 茶

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  • BEER – 啤 酒

  • Taiwan Beer is the iconic, best-selling mass-market pale lager brand in Taiwan, famous for incorporating locally grown Ponlai rice into its recipe. Brewed by the state-owned Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation (TTL), it is widely recognized for its crisp, refreshing flavor profile and cultural ubiquity. [1, 2, 3]

  • Core Varieties & Profiles: (i) Classic Taiwan Beer (4.5% ABV): The traditional green-labeled recipe dating back to the 1960s, featuring a distinct malty sweetness driven by its rice adjunct. [1, 2, 3]; (ii) Gold Medal Taiwan Beer (5.0% ABV): Introduced in 2003, this award-winning variant is smoother, lighter, and cleaner-finishing. [1, 2]; (iii) Fruit Beer Series (2.8%–3.5% ABV): Popular sweet variations infused with local fruits like mango, lychee, white grape, and pineapple. [1, 2, 3, 4]

  • Cultural Habits: Serving with Ice: Due to Taiwan’s hot and humid climate, locals frequently add ice cubes to their beer in casual dining settings to keep it cold. [1]

  • _____ – Beer in the culture of Taiwan

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FENG SHUI – 風 水

Feng Shui in the culture of Tainan
( bluemountainfengshui.com )

  • Feng Shui in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中風水的角色

  • Feng Shui, literally “wind and water,” is a Chinese metaphysical system that seeks to harmonize human dwellings and spaces with natural and spiritual forces. Feng Shui pratice is the ancient Chinese art of arranging physical space to harmonize with the natural environment & enhance “qi” (氣), or life energy. Feng shui considers orientation, geography, water, wind & spatial arrangement in order to bring prosperity, health & protection. In Taiwan, Feng Shui principles appear in: (i.) Temple placement & orientation; (ii.) Village layout; (iii.) Residential home design; and (iv.) Tomb & ancestral shrine placement

  • Temples in Taiwan are often sited based on Feng Shui principles: (i) facing water (symbolizing wealth) or mountains (symbolizing protection); (ii) backed by hills, open in the front, flanked by structures (known as “green dragon” and “white tiger” sides). Temples were laid out to control & direct spiritual energies. In coastal areas, temples were built facing the sea for protection & spiritual alignment.

  • Traditional Residences & Sanheyuan (三合院), common in rural Tainan, also follow strict Feng Shui principles. Orientation is often south-facing to catch favorable winds & sunlight. The Courtyard encourages smooth “qi” flow. Mountains or trees behind the home offer symbolic support. Ancestor halls in these homes are oriented along the central axis, reflecting cosmic balance.

  • Grave Sites & Feng Shui (Yin Feng Shui / 陰宅風水): Burial grounds in Taiwan, especially in more rural areas are selected using Yin Feng Shui. Optimal landforms like “Dragon Veins” (龍脈) or auspicious hillsides are chosen to bring fortune to descendants. Many families consult Feng Shui masters to choose a precise burial date, direction & layout.

  • Feng Shui in Agriculture & Village Planning: In historical Taiwan, villages & irrigation systems were often planned with Feng Shui in mind. Irrigation ditches known as the “Guoshui systems”, were believed to channel not only water but also “qi”. Protective groves, village walls, & even communal wells were placed for energy balance & community protection.

  • Role of Feng Shui Masters: Traditional Feng Shui masters (風水師) are still consulted today for: (i) Choosing house sites or remodeling homes; (ii) Selecting burial locations & tomb orientation; and (iii) Evaluating temple construction. They use a luopan compass (羅盤) and ancient texts like the I Ching (易經).

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FESTIVALS – 節 慶

Festivals on the Island of Taiwan. (taiwan-scene.com)

  • traveltriangle.com – Taiwan Festivals @ Travel Triangle . com
  • wildchina.com – Guide to Taiwan Festivals @ Wild China . com
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  • TAIWAN ARTS FESTIVAL
  • taiwantoday.tw – Taiwan Arts Festival kicks off in Hong Kong @ Taiwan Today . tw
  • hk.taiwan.culture.tw – 2020 Taiwan Arts Festival – backgrounder

FLAG / EMBLEM – 旗 幟 或 標 誌

  • FLAG / EMBLEM
  • 旗 幟 或 標 誌
  • _____ – Flag in the culture of Taiwan

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  • FLAG / EMBLEM
  • 旗 幟 或 標 誌

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HISTORY – 歷 史

History of the Island of Taiwan. (taiwannews.com.tw)

  • guidetotaipei.com – History of Modern Taiwan @ Guide to Taipei . com
  • thoughtco.com – A brief history of Taiwan @ Thoughtco . com
  • wikipedia.org – Prehistory of Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – History of Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
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JADE  MARKETS – 玉 石 市 場

Jade in the culture of Taiwan

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MARTIAL ARTS – 武 術

Martial arts in the culture of Taiwan . (taiwannews.com.tw)

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MUSEUMS – 博 物 館

The Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum. Chiayi. (chiangmaicitylife.com)

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NIGHT MARKETS – 夜 市

Keelung Miaokou Tourist Night Market (基隆廟口夜市)
Josh Ellis photo
( goteamjosh.com )

  • Night markets in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中夜市的角色

  • Taiwan night markets are bustling evening street bazaars famous for cheap local snacks, games, and shopping, with top destinations including Shilin Night Market, Raohe Street Night Market, and Ningxia Night Market. [1, 2, 3]
  • Top Night Markets
  • Shilin Night Market (Taipei): The largest and most famous market in Taipei, packed with clothes, carnival games, and massive food options (open daily 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM). [1, 2]
  • Raohe Street Night Market (Taipei): A straight-path, highly energetic street market known best for its dense concentration of food vendors (open daily 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM). [1, 2, 3, 4]
  • Ningxia Night Market (Taipei): A food-focused, local-favorite market split neatly down the middle for easy walking (open daily 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM). [1, 2]
  • Fengchia Night Market (Taichung): One of Taiwan’s biggest regional markets, famous for trendy and inventive street food creations (open daily 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM). [1]
  • Must-Try Foods
  • Pork Pepper Buns: Crispy, flaky clay-oven baked buns stuffed with juicy, pepper-marinated pork and green onions.
  • Oyster Omelet: A savory pan-fried egg dish loaded with fresh small oysters and leafy greens, topped with a sweet-tangy sauce.
  • Fried Stinky Tofu: Deep-fried fermented tofu cubes that boast a pungent aroma but a crispy, mild flavor, served with pickled cabbage.
  • Sweet Potato Balls: Chewy, hollow, and crispy golden snacks popped fresh out of the fryer. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Quick Visiting Tips
  • Bring Cash: Most individual food vendors only accept physical cash, though digital apps like LINE Pay are growing.
  • Beat the Rush: Crowds peak around 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM; arrive right when they open (around 5:00 PM) to avoid long lines.
  • Expect Walking and Eating: Seating is rare, so prepare to walk through the crowds while you eat. [1, 2]
  • smithsonianmag.com – The best night markets for midnight snacking in Taipei @ Smithsonian Magazine
  • tripadvisor.com – If you can go to only two night markets in Taipei … @ Trip Advisor . com
  • taiwanobsessed.com – The 20 best night markets in Taiwan, from north to south @ Taiwan Obsessed . com ( Great site !!! )
  • taiwan.net.tw – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan @ Taiwan Tourism Administration website
  • wikipedia.org – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • wikipedia.org – List of night markets in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • navitaiwan.com – Guide to Taiwan night markets @ NaviTaiwan . com
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  • willflyforfood.net – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • guidetotaipei.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • spot.ph – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • misstamchiak.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • sg.get.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • thehungrysuitcase.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • backpackerlee.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • sciencedirect.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan
  • youtube.com – Taipei Night Market @ Divert Living

  • taiwan-panorama.com – Five Decades of Photos of Shopping Districts in Taiwan @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .

  • scholar.google.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中夜市的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中夜市的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Night markets in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中夜市的角色 @ Google Images

PERFORMING ARTS – 表 演

Traditional Chinese “Peking” Opera (京剧) . (britannica.com)

  • PERFORMING ARTS – 表 演
  • npac-ntch.org – Taiwan National Performing Arts Center – website
  • _____ – Performing arts in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Performing arts in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Performing arts in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Performing arts in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • THEATRE – 戲 劇
  • _____ – Theater in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Theater in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Theater in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Theater in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • TAIWAN TRADITIONAL THEATER CENTER
  • _____ – Taiwan Traditional Theater Center

  • MUSIC – 音 樂
  • thinktaiwan.com – Traditional Taiwan folk music of the Naruwan people @ Think Taiwan . com
  • _____ – Music in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Music in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Music in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Music in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • Taiwan Golden Melody Awards

  • SONG – 歌 曲
  • _____ – Song in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Song in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Song in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Song in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

POTTERY – 瓷 器

Yingge Old Street . Taipei . (formosaguide.com)

  • POTTERY – 瓷 器

  • Taiwan has a rich pottery tradition blending indigenous, Chinese, and Japanese influences. The town of Yingge in New Taipei City serves as the island’s ceramics capital, anchored by the New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum, historic kilns, and active artisan workshops. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Historical and Cultural Roots
  • Functional Beginnings: Early Taiwanese pottery focused on practical, pre-plastic era storage and liquid containers crafted from local clay. [1]
  • Yingge’s Rise: Exploiting local coal and clay deposits, Yingge grew into a thriving manufacturing hub during the Japanese colonial era and post-war periods. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Traditional Kilns: Landmark sites like the historic Shuili Snake Kiln Ceramic Park in Nantou County preserve wood-firing traditions dating back nearly a century. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
  • Modern Expression and Craft
  • Artistic Shift: Contemporary local ceramicists frequently prioritize sculptural form and minimalist aesthetics over mass-produced utility. [1, 2]
  • Global Recognition: Several Taiwanese ceramic masters have achieved international status, including memberships in the International Academy of Ceramics. [1]
  • Teaware Culture: Driven by a passionate local tea culture, artisanal hand-built teaware remains a premier medium for expression. [1, 2]
  • guidetotaipei.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • artsandculture.google.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • kkday.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • weblogtheworld.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • tripadvisor.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taipeiexpat.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • travel.taipei – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • travelandleisure.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwan.net.tw – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wandering-taiwan.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwanoolongs.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • nickkembel.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Pottery arts in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

  • CERAMICS – 瓷 器

  • ntpc.gov.tw – 2020 Taiwan Ceramics Biennale @ Ceramics League of Taiwan – website
  • ntpc.gov.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ntpc.gov.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • teachartwiki.com – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ketagalanmedia.com – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • artmap.com.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • ntcri.gov.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • nickkembel.com – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wandering-taiwan.com – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • 2018iac.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • nmh.gov.tw – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • transartists.org – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • researchgate.net – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • tripadvisor.com – Ceramic arts in the culture of Taiwan

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  • Porcelain arts in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中瓷器的角色

  • taiwanteacrafts.com – Porcelain arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • otop.tw – Porcelain arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwantoday.tw – Porcelain arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • asianart.com – Porcelain arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • guidetotaipei.com – Porcelain arts in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

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SHOPPING – 購 屋

Shopping in Taipei
( hotels.com )

  • Shopping in Taiwan
  • 臺灣文化中購屋的角色
  • Taiwan offers a dynamic shopping mix ranging from ultra-modern luxury malls to bargain-packed wholesale markets & lively night markets.
  • Before foreign guests visit a traditonal public market anywhere on the Island of Taiwan it is important to understand the differences between the various types of markets in the culture of Taiwan: (i.) The “Morning Market” – the purpose is “daily life”. People go because they need vegetables, meat, fish, breakfast & household necessities. The “Morning Market” is arguably more revealing of ordinary household life; (ii.) The “Evening Market” – the purpose is “shopping after work”. Shoppers are usually seeking a mixture of: groceries, prepared foods, dinner & household goods; and (iii) The “Night Market” – the purpose is “food + entertainment + shopping”. The “Night Market” is much more likely to be: snack-oriented, recreational, tourist-oriented, crowded with younger people & associated with games & entertainment.
  • The basic rhythm: (i.) A typical morning market begins very early; 3–5 AM: wholesalers & vendors begin receiving and sorting goods; (ii.) 5–6 AM: stalls open; serious shoppers & restaurant buyers appear; (iii.) 6–9 AM: the market is at its liveliest; (iv.) 9–11 AM: still active, but gradually winding down; (v.) 11 AM–early afternoon: many traditional morning markets begin to close for the day.
  • Taiwan traditional markets are commonly called “菜市場” (“cài shìchǎng”), literally “vegetable market,” or more colloquially “菜市仔” (“tshài-tshī-á”) in Taiwanese Hokkien. These markets may be permanent indoor markets, covered markets or collections of temporary street stalls. Taiwan has hundreds of traditional markets & thousands of individual stalls. They have historically served as neighborhood food-supply systems as much as shopping destinations.
  • In earlier times the markets often developed around temples, streets & neighborhood commercial centers. People historically went to temples early in the morning to worship & then bought fruit & vegetables from vendors nearby. More-formal markets eventeually developed around these patterns & activities.
  • The “agricultural calendar” can be understood by walking through a Taiwan market. What appears in abundance changes with: temperature, rainfall, growing season, regional agriculture, holidays, festivals & traditional foods. There is also a regional dimension. A vegetable or food may have one name or cultural association in northern Taiwan & something different in the south: Tainan, Kaohsiung or Pingtung. That makes the market a surprisingly good place to study regional culture on the Island of Taiwan.
  • Top Shopping Districts & Malls
  • Xinyi District: Taipei’s modern commercial core features massive, interconnected luxury malls like Taipei 101 Mall and Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, home to international designer brands and high-end boutiques.
  • Ximending: A bustling pedestrian hub popular with youth culture, streetwear, trendy apparel, and sneaker shops.
  • Zhongxiao Dunhua (East Area): Known for trendy local fashion boutiques, indie designer labels, and hip cafes tucked into side alleys.
  • Bargain Markets & Night Markets
  • Wufenpu Shopping District – A massive maze of wholesale clothing alleys near Songshan Station offering cheap fashion, accessories, and shoes.
  • Shilin Night Market

  • Taiwan’s morning markets
  • “早市” (zǎoshì)

  • What does the term “morning market” mean in Taiwan? It is much more than simply a place to buy vegetables. A Taiwan “morning market” – “早市” (“zǎoshì”) – is one of the best places to observe ordinary daily life. If a foreign guest seeks to understand Taiwan beyond the tourist attractions then gaining an appreciation for the pulse & culture of a traditional morning market should be very high on the list of “things to do”.
  • There is an important distinction between the “neighborhood morning market” & a “wholesale market”. Wholesale markets can be operating in the middle of the night. Taipei’s major produce & seafood markets, for example, can be bustling at 2–3 AM.

  • A foreign visitor also will not necessarily experience the same linguistic environment in markets across the Island of Taiwan. Depending on the location & age of the shoppers, a visitor may hear: Taiwanese Hokkien / Taigi, Mandarin, Hakka & Indigenous languages in some communities. There are also variations in how the different languages are used functionally. Taiwan’s markets are strongly local & the linguistic character can change considerably from one region to another. There is not just one way to say any of the following terms used in shopping at Taiwan markets:

  • “How much?”
  • “This one is fresh today.”
  • “Give me half a kilo.”
  • “No, that’s too expensive.”
  • “I’ll take these”.
  • Department Stores
  • Shopping Malls
  • Shopping Districts

  • scmp.com – Shopping in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • asiaone.com – Shopping in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder
  • taiwanese-secrets.com – Shopping in the culture of Taiwan – backgrounder

  • taiwan-panorama.com – Five Decades of Photos of Shopping Districts in Taiwan @ Taiwan Panorama e-zine

  • EASY SEARCH FOR MORE LINKS ! . . . . .

  • scholar.google.com -Shopping in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中購屋的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com -Shopping in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中購屋的角色 @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com -Shopping in the culture of Taiwan – 臺灣文化中購屋的角色 @ Google Images

TEA – 茶

Pinglin Tea Village. New Taipei City. (taiwan.net.tw & teahome.com.tw)

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  • PINGLIN ANCIENT TEA VILLAGE
  • 坪 林 區 (New Taipei City)

  • sgtravellers.com – Traveler’s scrapbook for Pinglin @ SG Travellers . com
  • taiwan.net.tw – Pinglin tea village @ Taiwan Tourism Bureau – website
  • afar.com – Traveler’s scrapbook for Pinglin tea village @ Afar . com

  • sinica.edu.tw – Pinglin tea village – backgrounder @ Academica Sinica – website
  • focustaiwan.tw – Pinglin tea village – backgrounder @ Focus taiwan . tw
  • tripadvisor.com – Pinglin tea village @ Trip Advisor . com

TEMPLES – 寺 廟

Temples in the culture of Taiwan

  • TEMPLES – 寺 廟

  • _____ – Temples in the culture of Taiwan

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  • MONASTERIES – 修 道 院

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  • SHRINES – 聖 地

  • _____ – Shrines in the culture of Taiwan

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  • PAGODAS – 寶 塔

  • _____ – Pagodas in the culture of Taiwan

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WINE & SPIRITS – 酒

Wine & Traditional Liquor in Taiwan

  • WINE CULTURE
  • 酒 文 化

  • _____ – Wine in the culture of Taiwan

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  • TRADITIONAL LIQUOR
  • 傳 統 酒

  • _____ – Traditional liquor in the culture of Taiwan

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  • scholar.google.com – Traditional liquor in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Traditional liquor in the culture of Taiwan @ You Tube . com
  • images.google.com – Traditional liquor in the culture of Taiwan @ Google Images

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