The modern city of Taipei, Taiwan is a fusion of Chinese culture and outside influences like Japan, America, and Southeast Asia. Visitors can expect a contemporary, high-energy vibe with plenty of upscale shopping and a lively street-food scene. Travelers can get a bird's eye view of the city from the top of the 1,670-foot tall bamboo-shaped skyscraper, the Taipei 101 complex. The nighttime cityscape from Elephant Mountain is dazzling. Taipei's historical heritage is on display at Liberty Square and Bopiliao Old Street, while shopping enthusiasts will love the night markets, especially Qingguang Market and Ningia Road Night Market. Nature lovers will want to check out Taipei's outdoor spaces, including Bitou Park Outdoor Hot Spring Bathing Pool, the Old Tianmu and Zhinanchalu hiking trails, and Zhishan Park.

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