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Getting in the vacation spirit to the holiday destination fuses with decent food, sparkling sea and sunshine! Taiwan, a long and narrow island located off the southeastern coast of mainland China in the Western Pacific Ocean, borders on the Ryukyu Islands of Japan to the North, and bounded by the Philippines to the South; geographically has favoured Taiwan to become an easily accessible tourist destination and important regional transportation hub accompanied with highly developed aviation network. In cultural wise, the diverse and unique population structure, is harmoniously blend well with Minnan, Hakka, Mainland Chinese and aboriginalhints, which can be observed from their daily life, religious believes, architectures, languages and dishes. In particular, from their art of cookery, they have distinctive cuisines range from Taiwanese Food, Hakka Food, Hunanese Food, Sichuan Food, Japanese Food, Korean Food, traditional snack to gastronomical specialties that making Taiwan into the Land of Supreme Delicacies renowned worldwide.

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Formosa is what the Portuguese called Taiwan when they came here in the 16th century and saw the islands verdant beauty. Taiwan forms a vital line of communication in the Asia-Pacific region. Two-thirds of the total area is covered by forested mountains and the remaining area consists of hilly country, platforms and highlands, coastal plains and basins. The Central Mountain Range stretches along the entire country from north to south, thus forming a natural line of demarcation for rivers on the eastern and western sides of the island. On the west side lies the Yu Mountain (Yushan) Range with its main peak reaching 3,952 meters, the highest mountain peak in Northeast Asia.

Taiwan has a very rich marine ecology. In the Pacific Ocean on Taiwans east, groups of bottlenose dolphins, spinner dolphins, Rissos dolphins, and pan tropical spotted dolphins can be seen jumping out of the water. Azure seas and magnificent coral reefs can be found in Kending (Kenting) on the south end of Taiwan, and on Green Island and the islands of the Penghu Archipelago. It is there for you to discover and marvel at.

Besides for being richly endowed by nature with varying terrain types such as lagoons, shoals, plains, basins, hills, plateaus, mountains and so on; great biosphere reserve of flora and fauna; mild climate and abundant rainfall. There are also in fact tracts of muddy coastal wetlands bristling with mangrove forest in Taiwan that serves as the natural sanctuary and stopover breeding habitat for migratory birds.

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Snacking is deeply woven into the fabric of daily life in Taiwan. The plethora of snack foods available on the island opens a window to local culture. In fact, one of the quickest

ways to experience the local flavor of Taiwan is to visit one of the many night markets in Taiwan, each with a tempting array of delicious delicacies. At each market, visitors can sample

a wide selection of snack foods made with locally sourced ingredients. Since Taiwan is an island surrounded by oceans, seafood is a major ingredient in night markets, from oyster omelets and stir-

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No night market worth the name is without this unassuming little treat. The quality of this dish is judged by the freshness of the oysters and chewiness of noodles. The dish is made with a type of red vermicelli that does not crumble easily. The noodles are served in a soup stock with fresh oysters and soy stewed large intestines and flavored with black vinegar, a special sauce, and a garnish of cilantro.

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Also known as Bubble milk tea, pearl milk tea originates from Taichung and is made from a mixture of black tea, milk, and sago pearls. The combination of fragrant tea and chewy sago has made this beverage popular not only in Taiwan but in other countries as well. At many Chinatowns across the world, you can find this refreshing beverage.

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The name of Ximenting (Ximending) came from the period of Japanese colonization. At that time most local residents live within Taipei City. Ximenting (Ximending) is the center for recreation. In 1896, the first theater Tokyo Stand was set up. In 1922, the place was officially called Ximenting (Ximending).

Innovative management and independent shops find a home at Kaohsiungs New Juejiang shopping area. Learning from the past success of the Old Juejiang shopping area, the New Juejiang shopping area is centered on a popular consumer magnet, the Datong (Datung) Department Store at the intersection of Wufu 2nd Road and Renzhi Street. It is also right next to the Mercuries Department Store and the Oscar Cinema on Lane 167 of Wenheng 2nd Road. New Juejiang has also learned a lesson from its predecessors downfall, replacing the latters traditional business style with a new management approach.

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Leofoo Village Theme Park which made up of the Central Magic Fountain, Arabian Kingdom, South Pacific, African Safari and Wild West theme areas, is a theme park and a safari located in Guanxi, Hsinchu, Taiwan. It is an family leisure tourist destination fills with enjoyments and excitements features with three iconic mascots which are the figures of two cute monkeys known as Habib and Honni; and a pink nose white Bengal Tiger names Maxi Sa, they are popular among tourists for excellent photo taking opportunities.

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Wild West is a old-west-themed area, rich blended with logs built houses, carriages, inns, milk buckets, and the replicated features of the 19 century US Wild West. The themed area has a variety thrills and rides such as Devils Mine, Big Canyon Rapids, Screaming Condor, Vekoma Coaster, Pancho Villas Crazy Barrels, Wild Wagon Round-up, O.K.Corral Shooting Gallery & Shops, Ensine 5 Compay, Sneaky Petes Hide-out, Giant Boot Merry-Go-Round, Old Oil Well, as well as Samba Shows. In addition, visitors may also treat their taste buds to American food favourites in the steak house, sandwich & burger shops and so on.

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The Lugang Sky Lantern Festival is one of the most colorful activities of the Lantern Festival. Lugang is a remote hillside town. In former times, those who worked or farmed in the mountains faced the risks of being robbed or killed; so the people used lanterns to tell their families they were safe. The lanterns have lost their function as a warning signal, and today they are a symbol of peace and good fortune.

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The Lantern festival is also known as the little-New Year. Aside from the usual worship of the gods, the occasion involves guessing lantern riddles, eating rice-flour dumplings, and releasing lanterns into the sky in Pingxi Township. The Yanshui Beehive Rocket Festival in Tainan County is another major event during the Lantern Festival. Colorful and lanterns of all sizes and shapes have always been main attractions of the Lantern Festival, which is celebrated with a grand national festival and major festival in Taipei and Kaohsiung.

The Taipei Lantern Festival is held for several days at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, reaching its peak on the day of the Lantern Festival itself. There is a gigantic lantern depicting this years Chinese zodiac animal, which is the centerpiece of the festival. There are also many traditional lanterns, electromechanical lantern displays, and large themed lantern floats designed by different companies.

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Next to these Chinese delicacies, the enormous variety of typical Taiwanese snacks is unique in the world and most perfectly illustrates the important place that the food culture takes into the lives of the Taiwanese people. Famous and unique Taiwanese snacks range from oyster omelets to fried rice noodles, tempura, Tainan Danzai noodles, Taiwanese spring rolls, rice tube pudding, and braised pork rice. Food is cheap and delicious, and by no means inferior, while each specialty gives you an insight in the people of the area it originates from.

Typical Taiwanese snacks are found everywhere, but Taiwans night markets in particular, each night market having its own traditions and characteristics, are the places where these snacks can be found in abundance. Trying out these snacks, tourists will be able to learn about different specialties, cultures and people from different areas, adding a whole new perspective to traveling.

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Characteristics: This is the first tourist night market in Taiwan, and the total length is about 600 meters. There are many herb-steamed sparerib restaurants here, which provides a good opportunity for nourishment in winter.

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Characteristics: Dainties of all lands and seas, food and beverage, special products are all available here, and the plentiness of flavorful food of Liuhe Night Mar-ket is famous in Taiwan. Among these cuisine, papaya milk, salt-steamed shrimp are the main feature.

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2International Surfing Competition 6 - 8 January 2012

This is the time of the year when the sea is rough and fishermen are not able to go to the sea. This is a good time for surfers to show their skills. This event is organized by Pahang State Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism.

Venue: Cherating, Pahang.Tel: +6 09 517 1111 +6 09 517 1112

1Royal Langkawi International Regatta January 2012

See the famous yachtsmen from various countries competing in Langkawi Island. Dates will be confirmed later.

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5National Craft Day 2012 22 February 2012 - 5 March 2012

See the arts and crafts at Kuala Lumpur Craft Complex. You may be able to find some souvenir here. Fashion shows and cooking demo will be held here as well.

Tel: +6 03 2162 7459Website: http://www.kraftangan.gov.my

4Thaipusam7 February 2012

This Malaysia Events 2012 is a religious festival for the Hindus which draw visitors and foreigners. The main celebration is held in Batu Caves, Selangor.

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3Chinese New YearOpen House Celebration28 January 2012

This Malaysia Events 2012 auspicious occasion is celebrated for 15 days by the Chinese of Malaysia. Other races join in the celebration by attending open houses throughout the country. Large scale open houses are organised with plenty of food for everyone to enjoy. Lion dance and angpows are given out during this time. This years open house will be held in Johor Bahru.Contact the Ministry of Culture Arts & Heritage, Malaysia for more information.

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7Ironman Malaysia Triathlon February 2012

This annual Malaysia Events 2012 is held in Langkawi, Kedah.

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9Raptor Watch 2012March 2012

Organized by Malaysia Nature Society, this annual event at Tanjung Tuan, Port Dickson in Negeri Sembilan is a good time for family outing.

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10Putrajaya Water Festival 2012March 2012

Organized by Putrajaya Corporation, this annual event is held at Putrajaya.

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11Malaysia GP Sale 2012March 2012

This nationwide carnival sale throughout the nation is held in conjunction with the Petronas Malaysian F1 GP 2012 from. Dates will be announced later.

Tel: +6 03 2615 8188Website: http://www.tourism.gov.my

8Negeri Sembilan Adat Perpatih Festival 9 - 11 March 2012

This Malaysia Events 2012 state wide festival is a good time for visitors to know more about this unique culture of Negeri Sembilan.

Tel: +6 03 2052 3600Website: http://www.jkkn.gov.my

6Pasir Gudang International Kites Festival 2012February 2012

Enjoy the Malaysia Events 2012 kite flying competition and shows from over 25 participating countries during the monsoon season. Venue is at Pasir Gudang, Johor.

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Standing in the centre of the museum and greeting guests as they enter, is a full-sized replica of the bow of Admiral Zheng Hes treasure ship (Bao Chuan). Marvel and leam more about Admiral Zheng Hes voyages from China to the Westem Ocean and his mighty eet during the 15 century. An introduction to his voyages from China to the Westem Ocean during the 15 century is told through a short animated video in a modem open style theatre.

Be awed by the Jewel of Muscat, a replica of a 9th Century Arab dhow and learn about its reconstruction and its historic voyage from Oman to Singapore.

A gift from the Sultanate of Oman to the Government and People of the Republic of Singapore, the Jewel of Muscat is housed permanently at the Maritime Experiential Museum & Aquarium.

It is 18 meters long and 6 meters wide, built using 9th century Arab shipbuilding methods without using nails or screws, but sewn together with coconut fibers. The main sails were handmade from canvas linen and secondary sails made of palm leaves.

After the dhow was constructed, it set sail from Oman to Singapore and spent 68 days at sea, covering 3580 nautical miles.

Here, visitors will be able to learn about some of the goods that mariners like Zheng He traded and collected along the Maritime Silk Route including ceramics, musical instruments, arts and crafts, fabrics and jewelry. The Souk Gallery gives visitors a perspective into the sights and sounds of the ancient markets found at various ports of call along the Silk Route, from China to Africa.

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AQUA CITY is an iconic attraction area that defines the new Ocean Park, integrating elements of conservation, education and entertainment through immersive experiences. Guests can enter and exit the Park through Ocean Square, where a collection of sea creature sculptures reside.

Inside the awe-inspiring Grand Aquarium, guests have a chance to get up close with some 5,000 fish in over 400 species, such as the scalloped hammerhead shark, manta ray, Pacific bluefin tunas and Japanese skipjack tuna. Strolling through the Reef Tunnel and Panoramic Ocean Gallery, guests can see the worlds largest viewing dome in an aquarium and a 13-metre giant viewing panel, one of the largest in the world.

In front of the Grand Aquarium, the Lagoon hosts Symbio!, a spectacular night time show that features the worlds first and only 360 water screen. It illustrates the symbiotic relationship between human and nature through a story of two dragons.

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SKYFAIR - Guests can ride the key attraction, SkyStar, a 22-metre diameter helium balloon ride the first of its kind in Hong Kong that can take up to 29 passengers at a time, to a lofty height of 120 meters above ground. The SkyFair Plaza is like a big carnival ground. There are daily thematic performances.

THE HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB GIANT PANDA HABITAT Opened in 1999, The Hong Kong Jockey Club Giant Panda Habitat is the world-class facility and home for the two giant pandas, An An and Jia Jia. Jia Jia is now the worlds second oldest giant panda under human care.

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THE RAINFOREST A unique theme zone integrating a water ride and walk-through rainforest exhibit, guests can follow the Expedition Trail and meet some of the worlds most striking tropical species, many of which are being displayed in Hong Kong for the first time, including species such as the kinkajou, capybara, green anaconda and green aracari. Adding to the sense of adventure is the Rapids, a fun family water ride along a rushing river that surrounds the theme zone. Guests standing on the Expedition Trail can also share the excitement by taking aim at passengers on the rafts below with water guns.

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CHINESE STURGEON AQUARIUMYANGTZE EXPLORATION - The 3,500 square-metre exhibit is Hong Kongs freshwater aquarium showcasing the Chinese sturgeon and other distinctive freshwater fish species from the Yangtze River and Hong Kong. From inside the main aquarium situated beside an 11.5-metre travelator, guests are immersed in the pre-historic underwater world of the Chinese sturgeon. Interactive education panels are featured throughout the aquarium, introducing the Chinese sturgeons and its cousins, and promoting the conservation of wildlife and aquatic resources in freshwater environments.

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Hurtle, plunge and loop around with your legs in the air at a massive 4G, all the while suspended high above the South China Sea. The Hair Raiser is literally floorless, resulting in a faster, wilder and more exciting ride than ever before!

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Sipadan IslandThe 40,000 m Sipadan Island is a famous scenic diving spot and world-class diving resort of Sabah. Resembles a chimney protruded from 600 m deep sea bed, Sipadan Island is a deep-blue water island with the sea bed starting at a depth of 3 m and plunging straight down to 600 m vertical abyss only a step away. Dotted with lush tropical rain forests and white-roof cottages, an aerial view of the Island looks like a tranquil mushroom blooming from the Sulu Sea. However, only 30% of the wonders are found above the water level, as the remaining 70% of the splendors awaits your exploration in the water.

The underwater world of Sipadan is certainly fascinating, there are nearly as many species of deepwater corals as shallow-water species, anemones, sponges, as well as the huge colonies of fish species such as barracudas! In addition, you would able to see turtles if you are lucky enough! Agencies which offer day trip programme to Sipadan Island are mainly found in the Dragon Inn of Semporna. The most recommended ones are the North Borneo Dive and Uncle Chang, with lunch inclusive packages offers three diving day trips at the usual price of RM220-250, and snorkeling at around RM150.

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All divers must bring along their diving certificate of all skill levels issued by recognized association, present it for verification when required.

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Sipadan Island TransportationYou may plan a trip to the nearby fish market with crossing into the border of Indonesia by boat, there are several liner services departing for Nunukan Island a day (Pulau Nunukan, RM25, 1.5 hours), you may proceed to explore the Tarakan Town of Kalimantan if you wish.

Apart from the boat services from Semporna to Sipadan, there are also buses to Sandakan (Where is the Orang Utan Sanctuary Located - RM30, 4.5 hours ), Tawau (RM7, 1.5 hours) and Kota Kinabalu (RM45, 10 hours). As well as flights from Tawau to Kota Kinabalu.

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Jeju Island was created from volcanic eruptions, blessed with volcanic-rock abundance; the houses of the island are traditionally built using these lava formed stones and rocks, and covered with thatches. Due to the geological factors of Jeju, the excellent water of the island is bottled into mineral water that sought after by the entire country. Three things are abundant in Jeju Island: Seokda, Pungda and Yeoda, which means rocks, wind, and women. the first two phenomena are caused by the geographical terrains and location of the island, however, there are many versions of myths and fables which is said to have caused the greater population of women over men, such as feng shui, warfare, male inhabitants never returned from the sea for deep-sea fishing, or left the island for earning a living; and these has also resulted the women on the island to become strong-minded and independent. One of the great example is haenyo(lit: sea women) - the tough diving women with half of them over the age of 60,with this traditional methods of fishing, they willhold their breath for 1-3 minutes, and make their way into the ocean without using oxygen cylinders, as it is banned by the government in order to protect the marine ecosystem. Hence, the diligent haenyo working on the beach is the common features on the island, in particular on the sunny day. Regarded as the Hawaii of Korea, 70% of tourists are mainly comprised of the native Korean , and the island has become a popular destination since it has been the scenic set for several Korean TV dramas and movies.

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Retains much of its original mountain village charm exclusive to the eastern part of the island, dotted with many tangible and intangible cultural heritage sites. Seongeup Folk Village was once the capital of Jeongeui precinct when the island was divided into three administrative regions (1410~1914). Being well-preserved for its original scenes, the entire village has been designated as an important folk monument.

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. Jeju City/Jeolmul

Located at the northern part of the island, the city offers great number of attractions, from Dragons Head Rock which lays along the scenic rocky basalt coast, Jeolmul Natural Forest Resort, Dokebi Road Mysterious Road, to Kwanumsa Goddess of Mercy Temple, and the excellent hoe , sashimi or coffee is the greatest thing to expect after enjoying the sea breeze.

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The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a famous mountain sightseeing route between Tateyama, Toyama and Omachi, Nagoya in Japan which was completed in 1971. It is a spectacular route through the Northen Japan Alps, which can be easily followed by using various means of transportation, including Cable Cars, Trolley Busses and rope way.The main attraction of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is the magnificent scenery of the Tateyama moMountain Range, part of the Chubu Sangaku National Park. Besides that, an up to 20meters high snow corridor is a highlight during spring. While in summer and autumn, Kurobe Alpine route attracts visitor with its beautiful hiking trails and alpine flowers.

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Shirakawa-go Village is a historic village in Gifu. It was registrered as a UNESCO World Heritage site on December 9, 1996. This village is famous for it farmhoses which are built in a unique architectural style known as Gassho. This name means Hands together as in prayer, referring to the steep roofs that keep the snow off in the winter. Underneath the roofs, the large attic area was used to house silkworms.

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Gujo Hachiman is an old castle town to enrich your cultural experience. Walk around the Town and you will find many interesting around. Experience the local food in the town, and have a chance to learn the Gujo Dance. Besides that, you also have chance to experience the making of color food samples like sushi, tempura, sweets, cakes, and other food sampling here. You may also bring them back as a souvenir. Also, 3rd March is Japanese Doll Festival or we call it Girls Day. The custom of displaying dolls began during the Heian Period. In here, you may also see the displaying of this Japanese Dolls.

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