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"It is through travel that we meet and understand other people and at this time, when there is so much anger and misunderstanding in the world, travel is more important than it has ever been." - Tony Wheeler, 2005-Lonely Planet.... Travel String is here to connect the dots, to share my believe that it is by travelling that we learn from each other, that we make friendship, not war, and that, in this beautiful world of ours, there are still those of us who wish to experience it in its natural form, rather than destroy it. I hope you'll enjoy the journey with me.

Travel Photos: Part II

December 30th 2007 05:05
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Traditional Building
The colourful paintings on a traditional building (Chikan Tower, Tainan)


Chikan Tower



Winter Melons
Winter Melons - a traditional vegetable that can be made into great summery refreshing drinks


Tea
Enjoy a good cup of high mountain tea on Ali-shan


Ali-shan
Location: Ali-shan



Temple
Stone carved lions and pillars are common in a Taiwanese temple


Taiwanese building


Paintings


Red banners
Red banners and lanterns like these are used to bring good luck during Chinese New Year


Artistic floors
Artistic floors at a themed restaurant


Hello Kitty
Taiwan's obsession with Hello Kitty extends to its airports - the Hello Kitty gate lounge in Terminal 2, Taipei International Airport



Well, I hope you have enjoyed these and enjoyed travelling the world with me in 2007. I wish everyone a happy new year and see you in 2008 for another year of adventures!
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Comment by What's Your Story?

January 2nd 2008 10:38
I super enjoyed these! Chinese culture is so amazing -- all the details make it even more interesting.

And that Hello Kitty theme at the airport? Priceless!

Comment by AmyHuang

January 2nd 2008 22:08
Hehe I know isn't it? Taiwan has a blend of Chinese / Japanese and a bit of the Dutch culture from long ago making it quite unique. I saw the Hello Kitty lounge on the news and I made sure to check it out!

Only one gate is that though. Wouldn't it be cool if they had every gate with a different theme?

Comment by What's Your Story?

January 3rd 2008 00:05
Oh that would be fun! Hello Kitty in one, My Melody in another, Little Twin Stars in the other gate...

Comment by Lilla

January 10th 2008 02:26
Amy,

Before seeing your pictures, I would have never thought to go to Taiwan, but now I know I will have to include it in my future jaunts... I love the blend of cultures, as you say.

Thanks for sharing, they have given much enlightment.

Lilla ...

Comment by AmyHuang

January 10th 2008 02:44
Hi Lilla,

Taiwan is certainly one of those places that never get much mention, too many people think it's just China. I can tell you, it's not! (And no, my opinion has got nothing to do with the fact that I was born there)

Lonely Planet's Taiwan guide is really good, and also gives a good brief about it's political stance. If you are considering going, you should use that as reference.

Amy

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