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Leshui Village, the ‘Forgotten Tribal Settlement’ in Taiwan

Leshui Village is a tribal settlement nestled at the foot of Taiping Mountain (Taipingshan) in northern Taiwan’s Yilan County. After being isolated by the adjacent river and mountains for almost 20 years, the tranquil village has turned into a popular attraction where visitors can explore the Atayal tribal culture and appreciate the unspoiled natural beauty ...

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Members of a Leshui Tribal Settlement.

Mysterious Keelung Islet in Taiwan

With a graceful parabolic contour, Keelung Islet was once a mysterious islet that looks like a charming whale standing out in the ocean. As one of the eight scenic spots of Keelung City in northern Taiwan, the islet is referred to as “Taiwan Dragon Ball.” It is because the islet seems to be a ball ...

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Keelung Islet in northern Taiwan.

The Fascinating Manyueyuan National Forest Recreation Area in Taiwan

Manyueyuan (Full Moon Park 滿月圓) is one of the 18 fascinating national forest recreation areas in Taiwan. It is named after the round shape and calm appearance of the mountain opposite the recreation area. Covering an area of 1,573 hectares (3,888 acres) at altitudes ranging from 300 meters (984 feet) to 1,700 meters (5,577 feet) ...

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The Chunu Waterfall in Manyueyuan National Forest Recreation Area in Taiwan.

Taiwan Celebrates Its National Day in Defiance of China’s Escalating Intimidation

Taiwan celebrated its 110th Double Tenth National Day in Taipei on October 10, 2021, amid China’s recent escalation of military coercion and verbal intimidation. Besides President Tsai Ing-wen’s National Day address, a grand parade and an array of performances were conducted at the plaza in front of the Presidential Office Building in central Taipei. Origin ...

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Taiwan celebrates its National Day.

Interesting King Ming Chang Leisure Farm in Taiwan

King Ming Chang Leisure Farm (金明昌鹿園) is an interesting leisure farm at Maling Recreational Farm Area in northern Taiwan’s Keelung City. In addition to producing quality velvet antlers, wild bee honey, as well as organic pomelos and other fruits, it is also famous for conducting interesting DIY projects.  For more photos of this multifunctional farm, ...

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Two women picking pomelos.

Coenzyme Q10: A New Way to a Healthy Heart

Why do you lack energy and vitality? Low coenzyme Q10 levels might be the answer to this question. What is coenzyme Q10?  Coenzyme Q10 (or CQ10) is an antioxidant that your body produces naturally. Your cells use CQ10 for growth and maintenance. It is a coenzyme that exists at a cellular level, and it works to stimulate mitochondria ...

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Elderly couple holding hands.

7 Icons of Traditional Chinese Culture

Chinese culture is over 5,000 years old and has impacted the entire world in many different ways. 7 icons of traditional Chinese culture 1. The spirit of the tea ceremony Chinese tea, such as Xi Hu Long Jing (West Lake Dragon Well) and Yunnan Pu’er, have long been world-famous due to their superior color and flavor. ...

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Clay teapot and cups sit on a wooden tray on top of a table next to the scenic waterways in Xitang, one of China's watertowns.

Oddly Shaped Rock Formations at Yehliu Geopark in Taiwan

Yehliu Geopark, located in New Taipei City’s Wanli District in northern Taiwan, is an internationally renowned tourist attraction featuring oddly shaped rock formations. It is the first site on the northern coast that is transformed and run according to UNESCO’s concept of the Global Geopark. Yehliu Geopark was voted number one among the nation’s top ...

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The third section of Yehliu Geopark.

6 Reasons Why You Should Have Vinegar More Often

Vinegar is a condiment most people are familiar with. It has many nutrients, such as the eight essential amino acids for the human body, carboxylic acids, vitamins, potassium, iron, zinc, and antioxidants. It also contains protein, starch, and lipid enzymes to help digest meat and starch. Drinking it can relieve fatigue, invigorate cells, enhance immunity, reduce ...

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Organic apple cider vinegar in a bottle with apples and a glass sitting on a wooden surface.

The Amazing Elephant Apple and Its Splendid Flowers

Dillenia indica (第倫桃) is a large evergreen tropical tree that belongs to the Dilleniaceae family. With splendid white fragrant flowers, this unique tree is native to tropical Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. Dillenia indica is commonly called the elephant apple due to the fact that it is a very popular fruit ...

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The magnificent flower of the elephant apple.