Tag Archives: Northern Taiwan
Hiking in Taipei is wonderful and weird
This editorial was published in the Taipei Times on May 16, 2021. Read it below or on the Taipei Times website: https://taipeitimes.com/News/editorials/archives/2021/05/16/2003757471. “Hey, I’ve seen you before,” an elderly gent yelled. I was hiking past him on Bishanyan in Taipei’s … Continue reading
Bitou: the perfect spot to see the sea
This article was published by the Taipei Times in June, 2011. Every weekend, hordes of people make their way up from Taipei and farther parts of the country to take in the wonders of Yehliu (野柳) and Fulong Beach (福隆海灘). … Continue reading
Xinyi – inside and out
This article was published in Verve – EVA Airways’ in-flight magazine – in June, 2011 With its department stores and elegant restaurants, street performers and inviting avenues, the Xinyi district is the perfect place to spend your downtime in Taipei. … Continue reading
Ju Ming Museum
This article was published on the Taiwan Culture Portal in September, 2010 For a nation that seemingly prizes academic success ahead of all other achievement, Taiwan has produced an astonishing number of world-class artists. There’s Lin Hwai-min of the Cloud … Continue reading
Andy Crosthwaite 