| Taipei is a shopper's paradise. The city is an amazing blend of the traditional and the modern, and its inhabitants are very friendly and hospitable. Fly to Taipei and discover its fascinating museums, memorials and temples.
For the visitors, the city offers a plenty of things to do and see. Of particular interest are the museums, especially the National Place Museum, with its incredible display of 7000,000 rare paintings, historical relics, calligraphy, woodcarvings, bronzes, books and lots more! Other interesting museums include the National Museum of History and the Miniatures Museum of Taiwan.
Spend a day watching butterflies, Taiwan Blue Magpie, and Muller's Barbet at Yangmingshan National Park. Also visit the memorials dedicated to Sun Yat-Sen and Chiang Kai-Shek, two of the greatest men in the history of Taiwan.
Let loose the shopping bug at the outstanding Taipei 101 mall. If you're not a big spender, check out the night markets like Shilin. Love Chinese cuisine? Then Taipei is the place for you! From the costliest restaurants to the street-side fast food joints, you'll find savory Chinese dishes at every turn of the city. It's also home to some of the swankiest pubs and bars; drink, dance and party all night.
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