A small island nation sitting 180 kilometres east of China and home to thriving cities, traditional Chinese temples, hot springs resorts and dramatic mountainous terrain, Taiwan has long been known among Thais for its busy night markets, stinky tofu and bubble tea. All are within easy travelling distance of New Taipei City, the newly founded city which is an integral part of the Taipei Metropolitan area and surrounds Taipei City on all sides, and accessible by Taipei's public transit systems, including the metro and various bus and train routes. Known to the Taiwanese as the “backyard of Taipei”, Yangmingshan National Park spreads out over 114 sqkm and is a popular destination among locals and tourists alike. Culture vultures will particularly enjoy a visit out of the city to the Lanyan Museum in Yilan County. The most captivating element is the museum building itself, which was designed by celebrated Taiwanese architect Kris Yao.

Source: The Nation Bangkok January 02, 2018 18:00 UTC