Jiufen: A day trip from Keelung
Jiufen is one of the most touristic spots in Taiwan and a must visit place for many travellers. It is barely 15 km away from Keelung and you can easily get there by bus in around 50 minutes (Bus number … Read More
Keelung at night: The 8 spots for a walk
A harbor city makes for great entertainment when it’s dark. Here are our recommendations when you visit Keelung at night. Maritime Plaza Keelung’s heart and soul. Watch the eagles soar, the boats drift in, and the bright neon lights … Read More
6 must-visit spots for daytime walk
It’s not always sunny in Keelung but if you catch a nice day: Here are the 6 must-visit spots to visit during a daytime walk. YM Oceanic Culture & Art Museum This museum is much less scientific than the … Read More
Keelung Night Market: Cheap Eats
Keelung Night Market If you’re planning to visit Taiwan, do yourself a favor and head across to Keelung to try one of the famous night market across Taiwan. An hour bus rides or a 45-50 Minute Local Train from Taipei … Read More
Eddie’s cafe Et Tiramisu
Three or four years ago, the first time visited Eddie’s coffee, in the halfway, my classmate asked me suspiciously: “Is here the right area to have the coffee shop?! ” Walk into the café, took a bite on the mentioned … Read More
Taiwan Street Food: 10 Reasons to Visit Keelung
Without being biased, the number one reason to visit Keelung has to be the Taiwan street food! Below is a list of some of the other great reasons to come and enjoy this city. 1. The Taiwan Street Food The … Read More
Keelung Food: Being a happy vegetarian eating in Keelung
Vegetarians: Taiwan is your country! Before coming here I never would have guessed the abundance of vegetarian restaurants on this island. But thanks to Buddhist and Taoist teachings of non-violence and compassion, we have plenty to choose from. Interesting fact: … Read More
Visit Keelung: One Month with Poor Mandarin
I came to visit Keelung directly after I lived in Beijing for a year. I taught English and hung out mostly with Westerners, so a huge chunk of that year was spent in my native tongue. I still picked up … Read More
Midnight Fish Soup at Yu Jia
Out and about in the middle of the Keelung night, my friends gave me weird looks when I drove across the road to the deserted part of the port at 3AM, looking for a fish soup shop. “Where are you … Read More
Tiaoshou: Auctioneer in Kanziding Fish Market
During the Japanese colonial period, Asahikawa River was improved as a canal, and in 1975 it began to leave its mark on local culture. On the west side of the Asahikawa River, located in the most prosperous business district, was … Read More