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Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (07 November 2014) – Part 3/4
On the first part of our walk across Taipei, we saw a series of buildings that reflected two centuries of the capital’s history, spanning its transition from an outpost of Qing China to a colony of Imperial Japan. But we’re not done yet – not by a long shot. So tighten those laces, take a…
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Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (07 November 2014) – Part 2/4
Without a doubt, the National Palace Museum ranks amongst the finest institutions of its kind anywhere in the world. Having said that, I know of one other museum in Taipei that probably outranks it in almost every sphere of interest – whether it be art, or history, or architecture. A museum that charges no admission…
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Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (07 November 2014) – Part 1/4
An early start, a late evening flight … and lots of glorious sightseeing in between. Let’s take this day in four parts. The first, set out below, is a little low on photographs – the reason for this will be explained later – but the significance of the place I visited warrants a separate treatment.…
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Hostel Report: Star Hostel – Taipei Main Station (Taipei, Taiwan)
I don’t normally patronise hostels – the idea of “shared bathrooms” isn’t something I find very appealing – but a charming and affordable newcomer on the Taipei tourist scene is one that I’d happily make an exception for, not least because of their near-hotel quality ensuite rooms. OVERVIEW Name : Star Hostel – Taipei Main…
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Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (06 November 2014)
Returning to central Taipei after my morning excursion to Tamsui, I came into contact with Taiwan’s more recent history and tasted a colourful slice of its lively night-market scene.
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