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Breaking the Stereotypes of the Unhoused: Yo Wash Creates a New Look for Taipei

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2022-11-172022-12-06

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The work was done by local unhoused people hired and trained by Yo Wash to clean up the city and the community, simultaneously removing the stigma surrounding unhoused people, and regaining their self-confidence and dignity.

The Matsu Islands

By: Taiwan Scene 2022-11-082022-11-08

Guest Column, Hiking & Nature In Taiwan | Taiwan Scene, Mazu & Kinmen, Travel tipsCulture, Dongju, Dongyin, History, Matsu, Taiwan, travelLeave a Comment

If you want to visit the Matsu islands, here are some travel tips and spots about Dongyin and Dongju to make you enjoy the trip much more!

The Mother Goddess of Taiwan

By: Taiwan Scene 2022-11-012022-11-01

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Mazu worship is concentrated along China’s southeast coast, in Taiwan, and amongst the Chinese diaspora of Southeast Asia. According to legend, back in the late 10th century a mortal lass living along China’s southeast coast, named Lin Mo-niang (林默娘), went into a trance and magically saved seafaring male family members who’d been caught out at sea in a storm. Soon thereafter she ascended to heaven, becoming an immortal. (There are many legend variations; learn more in the “Mazu” Wikipedia entry.)

Ask a Cat Behavior Consultant for Cattitude Solutions

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2022-10-212022-12-06

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To better understand the art of “cat whispering” in Taipei, we spoke with Jill Su, the first cat behavior consultant in Taiwan to achieve “Elite Fear Free Certified Professional (FFCP),” status after undergoing the Canadian Companion Animal Sciences Institute (CASI) feline behavior science training and becoming a member of the Association of Animal Behavior Professionals (AABP).

Stepping on the Stage of Dreams: Three Artists Share Their Taipei Dreams with the World

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2022-10-172022-12-06

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Artful autumn is coming! We have invited three groups of stars to share their stories about how to make their dreams come true in Taipei.

Recollecting Fragrances of Taiwan at Mao Shiang Tan Fang

By: Taiwan Scene 2022-10-122022-10-14

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Want to know about the fragrances of Taiwan? Here is a story of Taiwan aroma from the Editor’s pick that you would not like to miss it!

4 Marathons in Taiwan That Are Worth Running For

By: Taiwan Scene 2022-10-082022-10-27

Actions, Adventure & Sports In Taiwan | Taiwan Scene, Activities, Hiking & Nature In Taiwan | Taiwan Scene, Hualien & Taroko, Mazu & Kinmen, Nantou & Sun Moon Lake, Places, Travel tipsExploring, Marathon, running in taiwan, Sports, Taipei, Taiwan, taiwan sceneLeave a Comment

Marathon is popular in Taiwan. This article will tell you 4 marathons which you cannot miss! It will be a good way to explore about Taiwan.

Waterfall Wonderland:
Finding the Falls of Yangmingshan

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2022-10-032022-12-06

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A trip for venturing up the mighty Yangmingshan, Taipei, in search of a pocket of waterfall trails that are all within reach of one another.

Taipei Birdwatching 101: A Dreamland for Birds and Birdwatchers

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2022-09-302022-12-06

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Taipei’s superb ecosystem and perfect landscape creates natural habitats for birds, and the weather in autumn could not be more suitable for birding.

Making Taipei a Foreigner-Friendly City: Improving Multilingual Services

By: traveltaipeimagzine 2022-09-252022-09-22

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Over the past decade, Taipei has been elevated to the elite among the most livable and best destinations for travel among Asian cities in many international indexes. Its flourishing business activities, rich and easily accessible natural resources, deep well of cultural attractions, and warm, inviting locals attract people from around the world both to visit and to live.