Discover the unknown Tainan

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I live in Tainan now, and I would like to share my wonderful experience living here for the past 1.5 months.

Tainan is the place I call home , where is the first capital and the oldest city in Taiwan. Tainan is well-known for its mouth-watering street food, slow-pace life style, friendly people , endless temples , old buildings and more .

With its glorious history during 17th and 18th century , Tainan claims 1/4 of national monuments in Taiwan , where you could find all kids of God , like goodness of medicine , city , love , sea, wind , children , birth, water , business , and so on. Besides temples, food is another must-go attraction and is definitely for street food lover .

In Tainan, there is a flavor to every taste , wherever you come from , you will find the flavor what you love . In addition to temples, street food, Tainan has so much offer for visitors , like old architecture , cozy coffee shop, tea houses, century-old shop, secondhand bookstore, bustling traditional market, the beautiful sun set. Unlike other modern city in Taipei , Most of the buildings are less than 5 floors , so the skyline is not occupied by those modern ubiquitous skyscrapers . If you have a chance to pay a visit to Tainan, you won't find many departments stores , gift shops or places exclusive for tourists , instead, you could find many charming food stalls in the narrow street existed for locals.

The more days you stay here, the more you will understand why the legendary Taiwanese literature writers Yeh Shih Tao had ever said, " Tainan is a perfect place to work , to love , to marry , and to live worry-free."

1. Baihe Lotus Festival
Introduction: Baihe District is the most renowned area for lotus in Taiwan. Every year around June-August, Baihe celebrates the blossom of this beautiful flower .
Date: Jun to Aug
Location: Baihe District
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A Song Steamed Sandwich

A Song Steamed Sandwich

Widely known as the Taiwanese hamburger, the steamed sandwich (Guabao) is stuffed with stewed pork, appetizing pickles and sprinkled with peanut powder and coriander.

Address: No.181, Sec. 3, Guohua St., Tainan City
Phone: +886 6 211 0453
Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00

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Tainan Confucius Temple

Built in 1665, Tainan Confucius Temple is currently the grandest and oldest Confucius Temple in Taiwan.It served as a temple for the worship of Confucius and a venue for national study.

Address: No.2, Nanmen Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City
Phone: +886 6 221 4647
Opening Hours: Closed on Mon., 8:30-17:30
Tickets: NT$ 25
Bus: 2, 88

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National Cheng Kung University

National Cheng Kung University

The best university in southern Taiwan. The campus features the banyan garden and architectures during Japanese colonization period.

Address: No.1, Daxue Rd., East Dist., Tainan City , Taiwan
Phone: +886 6 275 7575


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Huang's Shrimp Rolls

Huang's Shrimp Rolls

Unlike Chou's shrimp rolls, Huang's shrimp rolls is local's one of local's favorite flavor. Shrimp rolls are usually made with deep fried fish paste with shrimps in the center. The crispy outer gloves mixed with the light sweetness of their center materials will absolutely catch your heart. Dipping the rolls with some thick soybean sauce will give them different taste, which is favoring to whom loves heavier flavors.

Address: No.268, Xihe Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City, Taiwan
Phone: +886 6 350 6209
Opening Hours: 14:30-20:00

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Thai Peng Kang Maxwell Memorial Church

Thai Peng Kang Maxwell Memorial Church

Built in 1902, the church is constructed to memorize the missionary, Dr. Maxwell, who came to Taiwan in 1865.

Address: No.6, Gongyuan Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City, Taiwan
Phone: +886 6 228 2184

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Blueprint Lounge Bar

Blueprint Lounge Bar

Address: 79, Heping Street, Zhongxi District, Tainan City
Phone: +886 6 222 2701
Opening 21:00-3:00, closed on Mon

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Anping Treehouse

Anping Treehouse

Address: No.194, Anbei Rd., Anping Dist., Tainan City
Phone: +886 6 6 391 3901
Opening Hours: 8:30- 17:30
Tickets: Adult/ Children (NT $50/ 25)


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Koxinga Shrine

Koxinga Shrine

The temple was built in 1662 in the year of Koxinga’s death to express appreciation for his contribution to the island. In 1875, Qing Government elevated him as a God and sacrifice to Koxinga officially. During Japanese period, it was turned into a Shinto Jinja. After Taiwan retrocession, a Northern-style palatial building was erected instead.

Address: 152, Kaishan Rd., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: +886-6-213-5518
Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00

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Tea Serving

Tea Serving

a cozy place for tea-lover.

address: No.8, Gongyuan Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City

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Du's herbal tea

Du's herbal tea

It is best to enjoy the cool tea to remove internal heat from the human body during summertime. Besides, it could cure the sore throat caused by dryness in winter and other illnesses.

address: Suei Sian Temple traditional market

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Tainan Public Hall

Tainan Public Hall

It was built in 1911 , and the first pubic assembly hall in Taiwan during Japanese period. It served as an important space for art gallery, exhibition and a place for public activity.

Address: No.30, Sec. 2, Minquan Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City
Phone: +886 6 2953 408
Opening Hours: 8:30-21:00

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Tiantan Temple

Tiantan Temple

Built in 1854, it is the first Tiantan Temple in Taiwan, and the first place where sacrifices were made to Heaven in Taiwan. Besides, it is one of the most visited temple by the locals. The tablet “Yi”, is one among the three famous tablets in Tainan City.

Address: No.16, Ln. 84, Sec. 2, Zhongyi Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City
Opening Hours: 5:00-22:00

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Zhen Fa Tea Store

Zhen Fa Tea Store

Established 150 years ago, the shop has been owned and operated by the same family for five generations. The business has preserved the art and craft of packing and selling fine teas.

Address: No.137, Sec. 1, Minquan Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City
Opening Hours: 11:00-19:00

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Jingzaijiao Tile-paved Salt Fields

Jingzaijiao Tile-paved Salt Fields

“Jingzaijiao Tile-paved Salt Fields” is the first salt field in Beimen Township, it is also the oldest tile-paved salt field in existence. Recently, due to excessive cost, the 338-year-old salt production industry was transformed into a tourist spot. visitors are able to experience the tradition of salt works, salt picking and salt harvesting.

Address: Jingzihjiao, Beimen Township, Tainan County

Direction:
1. Southbound：Sinying interchange→Yanshuei→Provincial Highway No. 19→Syuejia→County Road 174→Provincial Highway No. 17→South No.16 →Jingzaijiao
2. Northbound：Madou interchange→County Road 171→Syuejia→County Road 174→Provincial Highway No. 17→South No.16 →Jingzaijiao

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National Museum of Taiwanese Literature

National Museum of Taiwanese Literature

Opened in Oct of 2003, the National Museum of Taiwanese Museum is the first national class museum of literature. The former Tainan City Hall was built in 1916, and is distinguished by a European façade and a fine mansard roof.

address: No.1, Zhongzheng Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City
opening hours: Tue- Sun, 10:00-21:00
phone: +886 6 221 7201
ticket: free
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Chin Men Theater

Chin Men Theater

The 63-year old second run movie theatre feature its hand-painted poster and nostalgic atmosphere. It is also the two-time Oscar best director Ang Lee's most favorite movie theatre.

Address: No.187, Sec. 2, Yongfu Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, 12:00-22:00, Sat. and Sun: 10:30-22:00
Phone: +886 6 2224 726
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Xin Yu Zhen

Xin Yu Zhen

The over 50-year old shop features Taiwan-style macaron.

Address: No.60, Sec. 2, Minquan Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan City

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Sio House

Sio House

The name Sio House comes from the Japanese word for salt which is pronounced Sio. Here you will find all manner of salts and learn about not only the production of this often taken for granted everyday item but also about its history in relation to the area.

Opening Hours: 11:00-19:00
Phone: +886 6 391 1088
Entrance Fee: Free
Address: No.196, Gubao St., Anping Dist., Tainan City

 

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Jinliao Catholic Church

Jinliao Catholic Church

Located in the middle of the rice field, the, the Roman Catholic church was designed by Pritzker Architect Gottfried Bohm, and it took six years to construct since 1955.