Relaxing in lush scenery and swimming in natural pools with old and new friends sounds like a pretty decent way to spend a day. Continue reading
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Mazu Mania – Taiwan’s Not so Average Religious Festival
Mazu, Goddess of the Sea and protector of fishermen and seafarers is not your average folk legend. Arguably the most worshipped deity with 1500 temples and over 100 million devotees, Mazu’s legend is almost as varied as the 26 countries she is reported to be worshipped in. Continue reading
All You Need is Your Buddy, Taipei’s Riverside and Good Weather
Woke up to sunlight streaming through the window. Though bleary-eyed and barely functioning, I already know today’s going to be a great day. Continue reading
Design as Development
What comes to mind when you hear of design? Something trendy like fashion? A plan or blueprint of a building of some sort? Perhaps it’s something more aesthetically pleasing, say, an art piece or something from a home decor catalog. Or to those with a practical mind, it should cater to your needs, like the mobile phone we all depend on so much. Continue reading
Taiwan’s Abandoned: The Once Luxurious Stanton Club
Taipei is covered in a blanket of grey, making it seem chillier than it really is. Despite it being three in the afternoon, the day seemed to be over as we scootered down the quiet back streets of Xinyi. Today I’m not venturing too far, which is uncommon when I have my mind set on some urban exploration. But the ease of getting to this place only makes me more perplexed that I haven’t come across this place earlier. Continue reading
Looking at Taipei Through A Different Set of Goggles
If you’re reading this, you’re probably expecting a thorough break down of Taipei’s Game Show and some in-depth nerd talk. I’m not even going to attempt to make myself sound like a true gamer or tech geek because truth is, I’m a (filthy) casual. Continue reading
New Year Traditions in Old Taipei
If you are a visitor to Taipei during around February, without a doubt you would have heard to hit up Dihua Street in Dadaocheng (迪化街,大稻埕) for its hustle and bustle as locals prepare for the new year. The usual quiet and calm of old Dadaocheng will abruptly change, becoming loud and spritely of people eager to prepare for Taiwan’s most important celebration. I was one with the throng of people yesterday, sampling all sorts of delicacies that would only be be found this time of the year. Continue reading
Late Night Discoveries at a Local Market
I was already out gallivanting around Shida with a friend for a late-night snack before yesterday’s earthquake struck. We ended up discovering some amazing local imagery as we watched vendors get ready for the market day ahead. Lunar New Year festivities is around the corner and no doubt the haze of over-indulging on epicurean delights will bring plenty of cooks vying for fresh ingredients. Continue reading