Passing Through the Time: An Exploration Journey of Taipei City

2024-10-17

Introduction

Itinerary:Puppetry Art Center of Taipei—Songshan Cultural and Creative Park—Songshan Cultural and Creative Park (Songshan Tobacco Factory Song Monument)(Mini Cultural Trip Culture Sites)—National Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall—Discovery Center of Taipei—Xinyi Shopping District—Xinyi Assembly Hall, Taipei City—Wuxing Street Shopping Area or The Linjiang Street Night Market(The Tonghua Street Night Market)

The Xinyi District serves as the political, economic, and cultural epicenter of Taipei City, as well as the prime area for urban development within Taipei. To gain a rapid understanding of Taipei City's past and present, why not embark on a journey traversing through time and space to explore the evolution of Taipei?
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The Puppetry Art Center of Taipei continues the traditions while integrating both eastern and western puppetry arts. It stands as the premier public venue providing both local and international visitors an opportunity to learn about, appreciate, and engage with puppetry. The Songshan Cultural and Creative Park was formerly recognized as the Songshan Tobacco Plant under the Taiwan Tobacco and Wine Monopoly Bureau. Presently, it has transformed into a creative park that hosts various cultures, including but not limited to arts, design, music, and film. The majestic and dignified National Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall showcases a ceremonial changing of the guard performance at every hour, making it the highlight for visitors who come to this location. Situated within the Taipei City Government, the Discovery Center of Taipei showcases Taipei's visuals through illustrations, images, and videos, guiding you to trace the developmental history of Taipei City. It also narrates the urban evolution and historical progression of Taipei, providing visitors with an experience akin to traveling back in time to the past Taipei, as though riding a time machine.
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The Xinyi Shopping District stands as Taipei City's vibrant epicenter, housing numerous financial centers, commercial edifices, and headquarters of multinational corporations, excelling in enticing prestigious five-star hotels and department stores to set up their establishments within its bounds.

As for the Four-Four South Village, although it is adjacent to the Taipei 101 building, it stands out as one of the few scenic spots that retain their simple appearance in the bustling urban area. This village is also the first military kindred village in Taipei and still preserves its historical appearance today, forming a striking contrast with the modernized architecture in the surrounding area. Apart from exquisite and high-class Michelin restaurants, visitors can also explore the Wuxing Street Shopping District or visit the Linjiang Street Night Market (Tonghua Street Night Market) to discover budget-friendly and delicious delicacies.
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Nostalgia Retro Week

Campus youth folk songs, Y2K golden hits, Taiwanese “undefeated” tunes – melodies everyone will be able to hum along to! Come along for Nostalgia Retro Week, immersing yourself in nostalgia-filled songs, joining us for the pure and simple joy of storytelling time! During Nostalgia Retro Week, adults can reminisce together about their youthful days, and youngsters can experience interesting memories a world different from 3C technology. Integrating the retro trend that has blossomed in recent years, this will connect people of different ages, inspire the rekindling of original dreams and aspirations, and welcome in the new year 2025!

Market Activity Times: Saturday and Sunday 15:00 to 21:00

Market Stall Location: Songzhi Road Sidewalk, East Gate of Taipei City Hall

Stage Performance Times: Saturday and Sunday 16:00 to 20:00

Stage Performance Location: Taipei City Hall southeast square (beside Songzhi Road/Songshou Road intersection)

 

Diversified Market Traffic Info

Near MRT Taipei City Hall Station, Exit 2, walk about 7 minutes

Also near MRT Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station, Exit 4 – about 9min walk

Near “Taipei City Hall (Songshou)” bus stop, take bus 612, 669, BL10

Near underground City Hall Square Parking Lot, about 7min walk to venues, about 3-minute drive

Western Classics Week

Highlighting Taiwan’s integration with the wide world, displaying not only how Taipei City’s attractions and services match the needs of international tourists, but also how local folk enjoy a deep love for Western classics. A range of international-flavor performances has been prepared for Western Classics Week, including magic shows, solo circus-arts acts, and jazz drumming, along with classical music featuring the integration of innovative violin performances, showcasing Taipei City’s cultural inclusivity as well as its dynamic creative thinking!

Market Activity Times: Saturday and Sunday 15:00 to 21:00

Market Stall Location: Songzhi Road Sidewalk, East Gate of Taipei City Hall

Stage Performance Times: Saturday and Sunday 16:00 to 20:00

Stage Performance Location: Taipei City Hall southeast square (beside Songzhi Road/Songshou Road intersection)

 

Diversified Market Traffic Info

Near MRT Taipei City Hall Station, Exit 2, walk about 7 minutes

Also near MRT Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station, Exit 4 – about 9min walk

Near “Taipei City Hall (Songshou)” bus stop, take bus 612, 669, BL10

Near underground City Hall Square Parking Lot, about 7min walk to venues, about 3-minute drive

Anime Fan Support Week

A place of boundless warmth and enthusiasm – this is Taipei. In this, the world’s “highest” New Year city with the soaring Taipei 101 tower its festive centerpiece, are you ready to come get “high” together? One and all are heartily welcomed to come take part in Anime Fan Support Week, experiencing Taipei’s zestful energy! During this week, the concept of “anime” will be integrated in unique variations to dance, creative musical instrument, and other types of perfor-mances. Sure to arouse great warmhearted joy in both adults and kids, whatever one’s age, eve-ryone surely has a fan support object of affection they’ll want to express their ardor for – along with fan support for Taipei and fan support for 2025!

Market Activity Times: Saturday and Sunday 13:00 to 17:00

Market Stall Location: Songzhi Road Sidewalk, East Gate of Taipei City Hall

Stage Performance Times: Saturday and Sunday 13:00 to 17:00

Stage Performance Location: Taipei City Hall southeast square (beside Songzhi Road/Songshou Road intersection)

 

Diversified Market Traffic Info

Near MRT Taipei City Hall Station, Exit 2, walk about 7 minutes

Also near MRT Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station, Exit 4 – about 9min walk

Near “Taipei City Hall (Songshou)” bus stop, take bus 612, 669, BL10

Near underground City Hall Square Parking Lot, about 7min walk to venues, about 3-minute drive

Lounge Leisure Week

In both complement and contrast to the Outdoor camping relaxing lifestyle that has become pop-ular locally in recent years, Taipei City invites everyone to come to Xinyi District for an alterna-tive Urban Outdoor experience! You can also find alfresco relaxation in the big city, enjoying stress-free market shopping for tasty food and savoring soothing chill music and stand-up acts as well as well enjoying easygoing bubble shows and balloon shows with your young ones, immersing yourself in peaceful, carefree leisure-time fun.

Market Activity Times: Saturday and Sunday 13:00 to 17:00

Market Stall Location: Songzhi Road Sidewalk, East Gate of Taipei City Hall

Stage Performance Times: Saturday and Sunday 13:00 to 17:00

Stage Performance Location: Taipei City Hall southeast square (beside Songzhi Road/Songshou Road intersection)

 

Diversified Market Traffic Info

Near MRT Taipei City Hall Station, Exit 2, walk about 7 minutes

Also near MRT Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station, Exit 4 – about 9min walk

Near “Taipei City Hall (Songshou)” bus stop, take bus 612, 669, BL10

Near underground City Hall Square Parking Lot, about 7min walk to venues, about 3-minute drive