Something I found strikingly different in Taiwan compared to any other country I’ve visited is the deep love and respect for tea. When traveling in Taiwan, tea is far more common than water, soda, or juice. In fact, tea is so ingrained in everyday life that a teashop is often more accessible than a fast-food…
Author: KMASSARO
Alishan National Forest
We visited the mountains of Alishan during our trip and saw a variety of beautiful scenes, from 15-foot-wide trees to mile-wide valleys. What I found most interesting about this forest was the culture and reverence surrounding it. In Alishan, many of the trees are considered sacred and are thought to bring nourishment to the land…
Raohe Street Market
While wandering aimlessly through Taipei City, my roommate and I came across a small street market hidden within the alleys. We decided to explore the market and were overwhelmed by the variety of food and their accompanying scents. We then tried to find a spot for dinner and perused several menus. Instantly, a restaurant stood…
National Palace Museum
Visiting the Taiwan National Palace Museum has been the highlight of my trip so far. As an avid fan of museums, I have visited many across the United States and Europe. This museum featured many items that stood out to me both for their immaculate level of detail and the painstaking processes required to create…