5 Beautiful Historical Sites One Should Visit In Taipei

After strict two-and-a-half years of border control, Taiwan, along with Hong Kong and mainland China, is welcoming international tourists once again. Now, travellers do not have to worry about carrying the results of PCR tests or completing the strict quarantine period. However, travellers have to keep an eye on their health for a week once they arrive and have to get a negative result on a rapid antigen test upon arrival. If they are looking to spend a weekend, they need to carry out the test either that day or the day before.

With Taiwan now welcoming tourists, we have curated a list of top five historical places one should visit in Taipei

Built in 1738, the temple has an interesting story. It is believed that the deity of Guan Yin miraculously survived a bombing during the second world war. When you enter the temple, you will find Buddhist as well as Taoist gods.

Address No. 211, Guangzhou Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City

This site was considered a neglected graveyard during the Qing dynasty (1644 to 1912). In order to protect the visitors from alleged ghosts and spirits, Red House was built in an octagonal shape, keeping in mind the Chinese belief of the Eight Trigrams and the Yin/Yang philosophies.

Address No. 10, Chengdu Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City

To learn more about Taiwan&rsquos past, this is the right destination. Established in the Qing dynasty (1644-1912), this is one of the oldest parks. The park stands for peace and harmony.

Address Zhongzheng District, Taipei City

Constructed during the rule of the Qing Dynasty ((1644 to 1912), this heritage site is often used as a movie set. The design is representative of Taiwan&rsquos colonial period. Closed on Mondays.

Address Lane 173, Kangding Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City

The building once belonged to the first President of the Republic of China, Chiang Kai-Shek. The building now has artefacts which will take you back in time. You can see a huge bronze statue made to honour him as you ascend the 89 steps (he lived for 89 years and the steps symbolise that). The building has a gallery which features the leader&rsquos prized possessions.

Address No. 21, Zhongshan South Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City