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Sanxiantai is located in Taitung and every year around New Year's, thousands of people flock here to await the first rays of sun. On top of the vibrant song and dance performances of the local Aboriginal Amis Tribe, you may also follow the coastline from Sanxiantai to Donghe while admiring the stunning view of flower fields in the fallow fields along ...
Every year from January and February onwards, all types of flowers begin to bloom on Yangmingshan. Apart from admiring the lovely blossoming flowers, art and cultural events are also organized, attracting and many as a million local and overseas visitors to come and join in the festival. Yangmingshan Flower Festival is most famous for its camellia flowers, ...
The "Tainan Luermen Mazu Temple Culture Festival" begins with the "Ceremony of the Seal" on the "God Farewell Day" which takes place on the 24th of the Lunar Twelfth Month. It is followed by the traditional "Luermen New Year's Eve Festival" with the grand launch of the "Welcoming the God of Joy" ceremony, which takes place on the 4th of the new Lunar ...
The "Kaohsiung Lantern Festival" uses local culture as its foundation to which is incorporated the artistic traditions of lantern festivals from different countries and the essence of the Taiwanese cultural creative spirit. The stunning rainbow colored lantern artworks are an unforgettable visual feast for your eyes. The highlight of the event is the ...
The "Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival" was once selected as the second largest night-time festival in the world by Discovery and is also part of many Taiwanese people's most unforgettable memories. Every year around the time of the Lantern Festival, sky lanterns bearing hopes and wishes fly into the sky, adding glittering splendor to the night sky of this ...
The unique Hakka Miaoli Dragon Bombing culture perfectly embodies Taiwanese Dragon Dancing culture, and is also a part of the "12 Major Hakka Festivities" Lantern Festival folk events. In addition to Dragon Bombing and other related traditional folk customs, during the folk parade and Night of the Dragon Bombing event, local and international performers ...
Qingjing Farm presents the 55th Anniversary Celebration and Sheep Herding Festival events which bring together the unique natural resources of the Qingjing area and the Taiwanese Aboriginal Tribes. The festival mascot and theme is the "Corriedale Sheep" of Qingjing Farm, the festival is the only place in Taiwan where you may enjoy the sheep herding ...
Yanshui Beehive Fireworks Festival" is one of the top three folk celebrations in the world and one of the most iconic religious events in Taiwan. While the procession of Divine Palanquins go by, tens and thousands of beehive fireworks soar into the sky. The astonishing force and excitement attracts many local and international visitors every year. Come ...
The Lantern Festival takes place at the end of the New Year festivities. According to tradition, Taiwanese people set off firecrackers, multi-colored fireworks, and carry lanterns to welcome and celebrate the new year. The "Taiwan Lantern Festival" is a major Lantern Festival celebration and was awarded as one of the best festival celebrations by the ...
Every year from the start of early Spring, the mountain slopes of Wulai is covered with the blossoms of Taiwan Cherry and chrysanthemum cherry. Make sure your don't miss out on the flower season by organizing an employee tour to Wulai. After soaking in a hot spring on Wulai Old Street, stroll along the Nanshi River to the Warrior's Plaza and enjoy the ...
The main event of the Austronesia Wedding is the traditional wedding ceremonies of Taiwan's Paiwan Tribe and Rukai Tribe, and at which traditional wedding rites and culture is presented. Under the testimony of the Dawushan Mother, the event opens with gunshot salutes from Majia Township. The event is accompanied by traditional indigenous cultural market ...
The "Kaohsiung Aihe International Ironman Triathlon" is organized by the Kaohsiung Municipal Athletics Federation and co-organized by the Kaohsiung Triathlon Committee. The competition combines swimming, cycling, and running for a full distance of 51.5 km, in accordance with Olympic standards. The number of competition participants have grown from just ...
This competition is organized by Giant Bicycles and other well-know international companies. The starting point is in Taipei and one week is the allocated time for cyclists to complete the tour. This competition has been listed as a major competition by the International Cycling Union. Collaborations with the Taipei International Cycle Show have also ...
Alishan Flower Festival Concert offers the double indulgence of being both a visual and auditory feast. You will be surrounded by floating cherry petals and bathed in sweet melodies. Moreover, a "Path of Poetry" has also been created, to which famous Taiwanese poets have been invited to experience the mountain sceneries and create poetry. Music, poetry, ...
Taiwan plays a considerable role in the international orchid industry. The annual Taiwan International Orchid Show is the place where the achievements of the Taiwan's orchid growers are showcased. Why not organize a tour to come admire the lovely orchids and at the same time, learn more about Taiwan's orchid industry development and history, and become more informed through travel.
Zhuzihu is located between Qixing Mountain and Xiaoguanyin Mountain of the Datun Mountain range in Beitou, Taipei City. It is a barrier lake which was formed after previous volcanic eruptions, making it the perfect environment for cultivating calla lilies. The unique landscape and comfortable climate has turned Zhuzihu into a famous attraction for enjoying ...
New Taipei City Wanjinshi Marathon is quite a famous competition in Taiwan and is also the only such competition in Taiwan recognized by the IAAF Bronze Label. In 2015, over 12,000 local and international contestants participated in the event and became an arena for some of the top athletes in the world. Invite your employees to participate together ...
The lagoon formation at Dapeng Bay has been fully utilized to incorporate sport and tourism, thereby injecting vitality into the South Taiwan water tourism scene. Why not organize an incentive travel tour during this period? The itinerary includes fun canoe contests, yacht experience, and yacht regatta. Not only will you have an opportunity to get up ...
The annual Green Expos are founded upon Yilan's green values and the spirit of sustainable development. We are determined to uphold eco-friendly, symbiotic and people-centric principles in creating our green dream homeland together. While your employees tour the park, they may also experience the organic LOHAS philosophy. They will learn about implementing ...
The Spring Wave Music and Art Festival of Taiwan gathers together mainstream music superstars and independent bands from across Taiwan and China, integrating veterans of music competitions with new generation musicians. The two-day nonstop performances gives a brand new meaning to music! Join this celebration with your employees and let the rhythms ...
Neimen District in Kaohsiung is known as the home of Battle Arrays. The Song-Jiang Jhen Battle Array which was originally intended for strengthening the body, self-protection and uniting the villagers has transformed into a well-know folk art today. In the learning and practice of the Song-Jiang Jhen Battle Array, the members develop a close rapport, ...
The Mazu Parade event is one of the main Taiwanese folk cultural events which has a large number of participants. There are seven cultural aspects to this event, namely religion, martial arts, theater and music, folk industry, art, tourism, and academic research through which a wide range of performances and art and cultural exchange are offered. Everywhere ...
At the Dalongdong Baoan Temple in Taipei City the Taipei City Baosheng Cultural Festival is organized in celebration of the anniversary of Lord Baosheng. It includes monument and art guided tours, concerts, free medical consultations, seminars on religion and faith, and the Baoan Temple art exhibition. Each years the festival attracts a large number ...
Guanyin Mountain is an ideal location for the observation of raptors in Northern Taiwan. Every April to May, the "Eagle-Watching on Guanyin Mountain" event includes lectures and commentary on raptor habitat, guided tours of Guanyin Mountain's history, farmer's market and other activities. Bring your employees here to enjoy the beauty of mountain and ...
The Hakka Tung Blossom Festival transmits the tradition of the Hakka people in their respect for the heaven and earth, and respect for the mountain and trees. The beauty of the tung flowers and the forest are also used to represent the Hakka culture and the core of Hakka history to showcase the uniqueness of the Hakka people. One will be able to experience ...
This is a running event organized by the National Geographic Channel of Taiwan to promote attention on the ecosystems and habitats of earth as well as to implement an act of conservation for earth. This year, the Earth Day Run will be expanded and held in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the Philippines. We recommend all companies who enjoys a challenger, come ...
Penghu Ocean Fireworks Festival invites famous Taiwanese singers and bands to perform while accompanied by the spectacular fireworks show in the sky. The night sky of Penghu has been made even more breathtaking, making it a top summer celebration in Penghu. Visit Penghu during this period to enjoy the island lifestyle during the day and the loveliness of Penghu at night.
The Taiwan-organized "Tibetan Culture and Art Festival Taiwan" provides an opportunity for you to experience in person the lifestyle of ancient culture integrated with modern technology. Tibetan Buddhist blessing rites, mantras, and precious relics are fully showcased in Taiwan for you to experience the mingling of Taiwanese and Tibetan cultures.
The Taipei 101 Run Up takes place on the 390 m high Taipei 101 Building with 91 floors and 2046 stairs. It has already attracted the participation of over 4000 local and international athletes in the challenge and the event is also one of the scoring competitions that is a part of the "Towerrunning World Cup." Whether for individuals or for team running, ...
Every year in May, the Yangmingshan National Park attracts hundreds and thousands of butterflies which gather in the area to form a breathtaking scene of nature. The event includes a butterfly habitat exhibition, as well as an interactive guided butterfly tour for you to experience the butterfly sceneries of the Yangmingshan Butterfly Festival. You ...
Fulong has a wonderful golden sandy beach which has been identified by the World Sand Sculpting Association as the best beach in Taiwan for sad sculpting. During the period of the "Fulong International Sand Sculpture Festival", you will be able to admire astonishing sand sculptures and also enjoy water sports and recreation at the Fulong Beach. Whether ...
The Wings for Life World Run is a charity run organized for people with spinal cord injuries, the entry fee paid by the contestants will be 100% donated directly to the Wings for Life Foundation to fund research in spinal cord injury treatment methods. Through participating in the event, employees will be able to fulfill their share of corporate social ...
This event combines traditional Taiwanese folk custom to a sporting competition and it is a representative of local culture making it once of the most unique cultural tourism events of Tainan. Come to Tainan to watch the Dragon Boat race, sample the local delicacies, experience the culture of the old capital, and enjoy the friendliness of the local ...
Before the traditional Lukang Dragon Boat Festival is held, the ceremonies of worship for the "Dragon King" of Longshan Temple and the "Shuixian King" of the Mazu Temple will first be held in order to pray for success and peace for the Duanwu Festival dragon boat race and the other folk festivities. In Taiwan, only in Lukang is the tradition of welcoming ...
The Tropic of Cancer logo "N23.5" at Dongshi Fisherman's Wharf is transformed into two hearts--the symbol of love. Sculptures that symbolize love and romance are created and the countries through which the Tropic of Cancer passes are represented along the avenue in the form of a world map. While your employees are admiring the romantic sculptures, they ...
The aim of the Taipei Water Festival is to increase the public attention on issues such as safe water recreation, ecology and environment, and art and culture through a series of water recreation events. During the event period, apart from the existing Water Country Park, pop music performances will also be held around the park, there will also be a ...
The "Xiuguluan River Rafting Triathlon" is the only extreme sport triathlon in Taiwan which combines rafting, running, and cycling. Any company that is looking for a different challenge to challenge the body and chase after excitement will be satisfied by this event. Apart from the triathlon, it also includes ecological features and tribal culture, come and explore a different side of Taiwan!
Do you still remember that childhood innocence, the ever-changing clouds and your boundless imagination? When we used our imagination, our story-like artworks would gradually take shape. Taipei Children's Arts Festival holds a number of free large-scale outdoor exhibitions, community art promoted performances, and children's film festival. Find your ...
The annual Taiwan International Balloon Festival held in Taitung County includes events such as hot air balloon free-style flying performance, hot air balloon knot-tying experience, hot air balloon free-style flying tour, Night Glow Concert, and hot air balloon wedding celebration. The festival attracts a large number of local and international visitors ...
The Matsu islands offers a rich diversity of seafood attracting not only the gourmands from all over the world, it is also a treasure trove of food for sea birds. Every year between June and September is the best time for seagull-watching in Matsu, whether its the sight of a flock of seagulls in flight or enjoy unique seagull sightings as you wander ...
The Ho-Hai-Yan Rock Festival is one of the most well-known, large-scale annual summer beach event held in New Taipei City. The "Ocean Independent Music Awards" is based on the performance of independent music by local and overseas songwriting bands, in order to provide a stage for non-mainstream music creators and has attracted a large number of visitors ...
The Children's Festival is a fun event organized by Yilan to help you make friends from cultures around the world. The four main categories are performances, exhibitions, games, and exchanges which are all presented through a diverse range of methods to showcase children's games. Not only will you be able to go back to your childhood and expand your ...
The Taoyuan International ACGT Fair is an international expo provided for local and overseas animation and comic creators, it is divided into the static animation and comic book themed exhibitions and the interactive event series. Apart from the large number of animation and comic book works on display, the participants are also encouraged to take part ...
Hualien has an abundance of natural resources, beautiful mountains and water sources, as well as world-famous breathtaking sceneries. The six main Indigenous Tribes who call Hualien their home are some of the region's most important cultural resources. The indigenous song and dance culture are maintained and passed down through the performances and ...
Taipei Jazz Festival invites local and international jazz maestros as well as new-generation talents to offer their performances. Apart from the music, you may also participate in the seminars or master classes, hold in-person discussions with jazz masters from around the world, and experience the rational and emotional world of jazz.
The Fringe Festival provides a platform for all alternative, non-mainstream, and experimental art performances. It allows the art to be released from the confines of the theater stage to be displayed in art galleries, parks, coffee shops and other public areas so that more people may know that art is right there next to you. From viewing and supporting ...
The Sanyi International Woodcarving Art Festival incorporates elements of lifestyle crafts, art and culture, and economic industry to transform Sanyi Township of Miaoli into the representative location to Taiwanese sculpture. Every year the festival attracts many local and overseas visitors, there are static exhibitions for visitors to marvel at the ...
Apart from the traditional rites and ceremonies of the Keelung Zhongyuan Festival, it also includes cultural elements such as art exhibitions and performances by well-known local and international performers. From participating in this event, your employees will see the strength of Taiwan traditional folk beliefs and renew their understanding of Taiwan's exclusive history and culture.
Taiwan Culinary Exhibition has developed from an exhibition on food materials and cuisine to a celebration of eating utensils, culture and dining culture. Culinary art is integrated to dishes by famous chefs, unique local food materials is combined with local dishes, all of it helping to bring Taiwanese cuisine on to the international stage. Apart from ...
Yimin Temple" is a part of the unique traditional belief of the Hakka people, the traditional ceremonies of worship take place through a rotation between the Hakka communities of Hsinchu and Taoyuan. The Yimin Festival takes place at around the same time as the traditional Taiwanese Zhongyuan Festival, it combines the significance of paying respect ...
The Hengchun Pole Climbing Festival takes place on the evening of the Zhongyuan Festival every year. The focus is on the "ghost grappling" and the "pole climbing" activities which are accompanied by the three day Zhongyuan Pudu Ceremony, lively and exciting evening entertainments and a firework show, and there are also many local Taiwanese cuisine food ...
The Toucheng Ghost Grappling is the largest Ghost Grappling event in Taiwan. Other activities include the water lantern parade on the old street, releasing the water lanterns at the mouth of the Zhuan River the day before the Ghost Gate closes, and Beiguan Battle Array. There are a wide range of activities to choose from, apart from the memorial of ...
Every August to September, one may admire the sight of gently swaying daylilies covering the slopes of Chike Mountain and Liushishi Mountain. Hualien County Government has continued to provide assistance to daylily farmers on the cultivation of safe and sulfur-free food grade daylilies. Under the joint promotion of agriculture and tourism, visitors ...
The Taipei Arts Festival has gathered together many local and international excellent artists to showcase their creativity and spectacular performances, creating an international network connection of local features, cultural styles, and international communities and providing these outstanding art creators a space where they may express themselves. ...
Legends say that to boost the soldiers' morale, the general who was garrisoned in Xiamen allowed the soldiers to play games on the day of the Mid-Autumn Festival. As time went by, it became a Mid-Autumn Festival event with local Kinmen flavor. The activities follow the rules of the old games and the contestants must pass three challenges, the winner ...
The annual Sun Moon Lake Swimming Carnival of Nantou County is the oldest and most well-organized event taking place at Sun Moon Lake. Every year Taiwanese and overseas swimmers gather at the Sun Moon Lake's Chaowu Wharf to participate in this swimming contest, which covers a distance of around 3000 m. Employees may use this event to challenge their ...
The Tainan Confucius Temple is a national level 1 ancient monument and also known as the "Premier Academy of Taiwan." Confucius is the symbol of education and a wise sage in Chinese culture; he is also the deity of academic advancement in modern Taiwanese society. The Confucius Temple Festival takes place on September 28, Teacher's Day. The ceremony ...
The history of the Beitou Hot Springs goes back to the olden days and has also been awarded as a three star must-see attraction by the internationally acclaimed "Michelin Travel Guide Taiwan Edition." Every year visitors from all around the world come to Beitou to experience the unique hot spring culture of Taiwan and Japan. You may even go one step ...
Taijiang National Park, located in Tainan, features an abundance of intertidal organisms and a mangrove habitat. Every year between October and March of the following year, protected species black-faced spoonbills come to winter at the park. The "Taijiang Black-faced Spoonbill Festival" is held during this period, in which a series of events take place, ...
Taiwan Hot Spring Fine Cuisine Carnival" brings together the "hot springs" and "fine cuisines" of Taiwan and combines them into one single collective event. All the hot spring regions in Taiwan come together to promote their hot springs and fine cuisines, introduce hot spring attractions, cultural attractions, and recommend premium shopping destinations, ...
The festival invites international puppet theater troupes to come perform and also combines artifact and art exhibitions, cultural creative exhibitions, and agricultural produce "Puppet" installation art. The "puppet theater" culture is actively promoted through exciting, educational, and interactive performances and activities so that the culture of ...
The tea plantation area and tea production volume of Nantou County is unsurpassed in all of Taiwan. This event features tea ceremonies and tea art performances from around the world and promotes the top quality locally produced teas of Taiwan. Visitors around the world come attend the expo where they may learn more about the tea industry culture in ...
Kaohsiung Zuoying Wannian Folklore Festival is a cultural celebration of history, culture, and religious ceremony and has developed into an important Kaohsiung folk cultural and tourism festival. The most unique event is the "Welcoming the Fire Lions" which was founded by Ciji Temple as a celebration for the anniversary of Lord Baosheng. Write your ...
Taipei Hakka Affairs Commission has incorporated "tradition" and "innovation" and invites all Yimin Temples of Taiwan to come up North to participate in the celebratory events of the "Taipei Hakka Yimin Carnival". It is hoped that all communities and ethnicities will also join the celebration, so come with your employees to learn about the unique culture and art of the Hakka people.
The Taroko Music Festival is based on the foundation of the national park's stunning sceneries and educational visit, it integrates the artistic value of music to add the element of culture to the national park, the festival attracts local and international visitors every year. Employees may explore the Taroko Terrace, Qingshui Cliff, Eternal Spring ...
Every year between autumn and winter, many protected bird species come to winter at the Guandu Wetland. The Birdwatching Fair is not only about admiring the beauty of the different bird species, it is also the hope that it will bring attention and focus on the ecosystem and the fauna, as well as put conservation into practice. Employees will have the ...
During the day you may cycle along one of the top-ten most beautiful cycling trails in the world located right in the Sun Moon Lake area. Go to the Taomi Nature Preservation Area and learn about biodiversity; or visit Antique Assam Tea Farm and join in tea art activity and sip on the famous Sun Moon Lake Assam tea. Go to Jiji and Checheng to explore ...
Taiwan has a comprehensive, highly integrated high way system. Moreover, when you cycle, you may enjoy the wonderful sceneries along the way. The "Taiwan Cycling Festival" is a cycling tour event that combines the tourism and transport resources of various cities and counties in order to represent their diversity and local cultural features. Cycling ...
The festival incorporates the regional salt industry and culture, religion and belief, ecosystem and landscape. Every year Yunlin County, Chiayi County and Tainan City list the outstanding shops under their jurisdiction to promote the sales and display of agricultural and fishing products as well as local souvenirs. Due to the expansion of this event, ...
Taiwan's first large-scale natural art event took place in a nature park created around the goal of conservation. The event is based in Guandu Wetland which has significant ecosystem conservation value and a rich estuary habitat. Natural art is used as the medium to create a space of dialog between men, art, and nature, also to explore the "relationship ...
The perfect opportunity to admire world-class scenery while you run, this international competition has long attracted marathon runners and joggers from all around the world. Invite your employees to join in this competition and challenge their limits. During the process they will build up team rapport, and establish the foundation of trust in one another. ...
The significance of the "Cingjing Torch Festival", which has passed on into Taiwan, lies in the "unification of the tribes, passing down the legacy". It is the hope that the cultures of the "Renai Township Indigenous Tribe" and the "Hehuanshan New Emigrants" may be integrated, and at the same time, pass down the spirit of fearlessness and dedication ...
The "Xinshe Community" is located in the Dashancheng area of Taichung, every year a brand new creative theme is given to the festival where flower art exhibitions in all shapes and sizes are displayed. The lively and vibrant sceneries of the flower seas attract flower festival organizers and flower art companies to come admire the view. Let your employees ...
Art Taipei collaborated with the "Asia Pacific Art Gallery Association APAGA", which is formed by eight major art gallery associations of the Asia Pacific region, to unite the strength of Asia art galleries, furthermore, it has also expanded to invite galleries from Europe and the US, as well as collectors to join in this festival. Together, create ...
Taitung is the only competition site for international surfing competitions, this sorting event not only combines the Asian Surfing Championship and the world-renowned Association of Surfing Professionals ASP, it also cultivates new local industries and talents, and organizes peripheral events such as surfing shows, stand-up paddling contests, long-boarding, ...
The "Chiayi City International Band Festival" has been running for 18 years consecutively and is one of the best known music celebrations in Taiwan. The festival begins towards the end of the year, bringing additional excitement to a time of bustling festivities. Not only is the festival a major time to shine annually for local bands around Taiwan, ...
Qingjing Farm is situated at an altitude of 1750 m and has long been acclaimed "Paradise in the Clouds". At the end of each year, Qingjing Farm holds the unique, creative New Year countdown event--"Qingjing New Year Countdown Party - Snow Welcoming Festival," during which dazzling fireworks brighten up the starry skies above the meandering mountains ...
Alishan Sunrise Impression Concert" offers local and overseas visitors the opportunity to welcome in the first ray of sun on the first day of the new year with moving symphonic music. It is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to the double luxury of sound and visual celebrations. If this is your first time in Taiwan, this event, with the additional ...
Donggang is also known as the homeland of the bluefin tuna. In its heyday, the harvest volume of bluefin tuna at Donggang was not only number one in Taiwan, but also highest throughout the entire world! ""Pingtung Bluefin Tuna Cultural Festival"" combines Pingtung's natural scenic resources with the fishing and farming industries, thereby adding even ...
