Slowing Down: Enjoy Taiwan at a Gentler Pace
October 17th, 2024
Taiwanese are famous for their industriousness. Thanks to their efforts, since World War II the island’s economy has been transformed from one which depended on agriculture to a powerhouse of manufacturing and technology. Not everyone is obsessed with work and business, however. As Taiwan has grown richer, its people have learned to appreciate the importance […]
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Six of the Best: Some Unfamiliar Proteins for Your Palate
May 20th, 2024
When a Taiwanese person talks about meat, they usually mean pork. If you spend a week or two in Taiwan, there’s a very high chance you’ll sample some of the island’s most popular pork-based dishes, such as braised minced pork over rice, spare rib and daikon soup (in case you don’t know, daikon is a […]
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Six of the Best: Taiwan’s Most Amazing Churches
March 13th, 2024
Taiwan is one of the world’s most tolerant and religiously diverse societies. The majority of its nearly 24 million follow a mix of popular religion, Buddhism, and Taoism. Many of the gods and goddesses they worship are also venerated on the Chinese mainland and by ethnic Chinese communities in Southeast Asia. Some practise a ‘purer’ […]
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Six of the Best: Taiwan’s Most Amazing Temples
January 3rd, 2024
More than 15,000 registered places of worship serve Taiwan’s 23.9 million people. The vast majority, over 12,200, are dedicated to mainstream beliefs, which in Taiwan means a blend of Buddhism, Taoism, and popular faith. Throughout the country there are also around 2,800 Christian churches and at least 10 mosques. Some of these buildings are new […]
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Yet Another Reason to Visit Taiwan: Tainan’s 400th Birthday!
December 27th, 2023
Next year, Tainan is throwing a big party! The place where Life of Taiwan was established back in 2012 is set to celebrate the 400th anniversary of its first steps on a journey through history that saw it transformed from a realm inhabited by Austronesian hunter-gatherers to a European trade outpost, and eventually to today’s […]
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Looking Forward to the Year of the Dragon and the 2024 Lantern Festival
December 5th, 2023
For centuries, life in Taiwan has been enlivened by annual festivals and celebrations. Without any doubt, the most important of these is the Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year. The first day of the lunar year is determined by the ancient lunisolar calendar, and always falls between January 22 and February 19 […]
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A Quick Look at Taiwanese Naming Customs
November 1st, 2023
Taiwanese people of Han Chinese descent tend to have three-syllable names, one syllable being a family name (usually but not always inherited from the father) while two syllables make up the given name or what English-speakers would call the first name. No more than one in 20 citizens has a single-syllable given name; fewer than […]
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Six of the Best: Taiwan’s Finest Museums
October 23rd, 2023
Taiwan has so many museums you could visit a different one each day and fill an entire year. Some hold vast collections of historical, artistic, or natural treasures. Others are small-scale celebrations of individuals and their achievements. The following fascinating museums have all featured in Life of Taiwan’s private tours of Taiwan. Whether you’re a […]
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Exploring Fengshan in Taiwan
September 27th, 2023
Fengshan, often spelled as Fongshan, is far from your typical small town. With its population of 357,000, it stands as a place of great significance in Taiwan. Located in proximity to the bustling Kaohsiung, often hailed as Taiwan’s maritime capital, Fengshan boasts a unique blend of historical charm and modernity, highlighted by the captivating […]
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Taiwan’s Art Scene: Private Tours to Discover the Island’s Creative Soul
September 15th, 2023
Taiwan’s Diverse Cultural Heritage Experience Taiwan’s cultural richness, shaped by history, diversity, and government policies. Join our private tours of Taiwan to explore the island’s unique blend of traditions and art. Taiwan’s cultural diversity is reflected in its art. Discover the fascinating blend of Chinese, indigenous, and modern influences that have shaped the island’s artistic […]
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Explore Taiwan’s Vibrant Markets on Private Tours
September 5th, 2023
Taiwan’s Thriving Traditional Markets Discover Taiwan’s traditional markets, where local culture and fresh produce thrive. Join our private tours of Taiwan to experience the bustling atmosphere and rich culinary traditions of these unique marketplaces. Embracing Tradition in Taiwanese Markets While supermarkets have become popular, traditional morning and afternoon markets remain essential for many […]
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Immersive Cultural Experiences: Private Tours with an Indigenous Twist
July 19th, 2023
Welcome to Taiwan, a land rich in cultural diversity and vibrant tradition. Following centuries of Han Chinese migration to the island, indigenous people account for just one-fortieth of the population of 23.9 million — yet the Austronesian tribes which have called Taiwan home for thousands of years have left their mark on every facet of […]
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