Lonely Planet Magazine India

TRAVELLING THE

Taipei

Taipei, or Taipei City as it is officially known, is a friendly city with an interesting mix of Chinese culture infused with Japanese, South Asian and American influences. Taiwan’s capital is home to spectacular architecture and cultural landmarks. Spend a day or two soaking in all that this vibrant city has to offer.

MAKE LIKE A BIRD AT TAIPEI 101

It makes the ideal first stop when you hit the Taiwanese capital. The iconic building that is Taipei 101 is designed to withstand natural calamities such as earthquakes and typhoons that are frequent in Taiwan. Standing tall at 508m, Taipei 101 is home to one of the world’s largest observation decks, sprawled over a couple of floors.

WHY VISIT?

If shopping is your thing, Taipei 101 Mall is your paradise. Spread across various floors, this is the place to find some of the best brands from the world of fashion, luxury, and fine dining.

Not a shopper? Once you purchase your tickets on the 5th floor, take a ride in the Guinness World Record-breaking high-speed elevators to the observatory on the 89th floor. The , located 382 metres above the ground, offers a spectacular 360° view of Taipei’s magnificent skyline. Exhibits on this floor offer information on the design and construction of the tower, which is popular with both locals and visitors. If you’re really serious about putting yourself in the picture, you’ll find professional photographers aplenty on

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