Taiwan Ranks in New York Times’ List of Top 52 Places to Visit in 2014

By , TravelKing 發佈日期Updated: 2014/6/4
The event has ended this year.
Taiwan has ranked as one of 52 travel destinations by the giant media- New York Times. Also, Kaohsiung, the second largest city in Taiwan, has been introduced by CNNGo as the city of the charm in the same month.
Night view of Taipei 101 (photo by Proboss)

Night view of Taipei 101 (photo by Proboss)

Taiwan was ranked No. 11 on a list of 52 places to visit this year by the New York Times, sits among other destinations including Cape Town, Chistchurch of New Zealand, and North Coast of California. The Times single out Taiwan for its ultimate natural sceneries and man-made wonders with an easy-to-navigate public transport network. Taiwan is an island with convenient transportation that allows travelers travel around Taiwan without hustle and bustle.

Taipei, in the northern part of Taiwan, has recently been announced as World Design Capital 2016, where visitors may enjoy a lot of design galas, conferences and exhibitions. Also, Taipei has a developed deployment of the public bike system and 17 beautiful bike trails along the riverbanks and inlets if you are looking for a fun, informative and healthy way to experience the city. In the meanwhile, various vibrant street food and night markets are on the street for you to enjoy a local flavor. Up north in Keelung, a newly-opened National Museum of Marine Science and Technology has mentioned in the article, which provides an exhibitive, educational, and recreational environment for public to learn more about the Ocean.

Xiaolongbao (photo by Kate)

Xiaolongbao (photo by Kate)

By taking High Speed Railway, travelers may travel from North to South within a 2-hour ride. Kenting is always a favorite destination in the southern part of Taiwan. It is famous of its wetlands, white sand beach, water activities, and fishing villages. With a hot weather in summer and mild in winter, Kenting is a pleasant holiday paradise to visit all year round. Kenting National Park, Nanwan (South Bay), Maobitou, Longluantan, Eluanbi Park and Guanshan are definitely the must-visit spots gives you a relaxing, romantic holiday experience.

Below are the top 10 cities in NYT’s 52 places to go in 2014 list:
  1. Cape Town, South Africa
  2. Chistchurch, New Zealand
  3. North Coast, California
  4. Albanian Coast
  5. Downtown Los Angeles
  6. Namibia
  7. Ecuador
  8. Quang Binh, Vietnam
  9. Perth, Australia
  10. Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Please visit the website of New York Times for the full article of 52 places to go in 2014

Pier-2 Art Center (photo by Kate)

Pier-2 Art Center (photo by Kate)

During the same New York Times published the article of 52 places to go in 2014, CNNGo has made a video about Kaohsiung, the second largest city in Taiwan with a Taiwan’s biggest harbor and coolest art. At the fourth largest container port in the world, Kaohsiung Harbor offers the modernization of the port and the beautiful sea view. Kaohsiung has made an effort in recent year to turn the urban space into a hub of art and culture. There are places introduced by CNNGo, which are Pier-2 Art Center, Hongmaogang Culture Park, Da Dong Arts Center, Shoushan Lover’s Observatory, and Cijin Island for tourist to discover the perfect combination of well-preserved tradition and modern art. You may visit the website of CNNGO to watch the full video.

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