When Rain Forces You Indoors in South Taiwan
July 20th, 2018
Between late September and early May, visitors to the southern third of Taiwan can expect long spells of dry, sunny weather. During the dry season, inclement conditions are not only surprising, but also make it hard to appreciate the history of Anping in Tainan or the grandeur of the Buddha Memorial Centre at Foguangshan. Fortunately […]
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Dodging Raindrops in Central Taiwan
July 10th, 2018
Central Taiwan enjoys an equitable climate yet heavy rain is possible between late May and early September. The region’s major population centre is Taichung, a municipality that now stretches from the coast to the high mountains. The city is growing faster than any other major settlement in Taiwan and has benefitted from some major infrastructure […]
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Japanese-era Architecture in Tainan & Chiayi
August 31st, 2016
Between 1895 and 1945, Taiwan was a colony of the Japanese Empire. During that half century, the island changed beyond recognition as the Japanese authorities built roads, railways, and schools, while Japanese corporations invested heavily in industries such as sugar and power generation. Despite World War II air raids and the breakneck growth of Taiwan’s […]
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