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Last, not least – consuming any food or drinks and chewing gums in the MRT is strictly forbidden.

But if you ask first, most of the people won’t say no. As anywhere else, taking pictures of other people without their explicit consent is also a bad idea and considered rude: people will think you don’t show any respect. For example, never-ever stab your chopsticks straight in the rice! It’s highly inappropriate because it makes people think of the incense sticks in temples. Always check the latest news on weather conditions in the reports given by the Central Weather BureauĪpart from these rather practical suggestions on where to go and when, there are of course some other, more culturally-related things you should know for your daily routines when traveling in Taiwan. The rate of wave rise, for obvious reasons, cannot normally be predicted reliably.Īnd that’s exactly why it’s forbidden by authority to drive along to the coastline during typhoons. You can apply and get such a permit in Taipei.Īs weather conditions sometimes become extreme - especially during the summer typhoon season - be aware that going to the coast at that time can put your life at risk. Official permissions are needed for mountainous terrains over 3000 meters high. Another, even worse idea is going for a hike in tall mountains without permit. So, at those times, expect huge crowds at the National Palace Museum in Taipei, on Alishan mountain (阿里山) and around, as well as in the Taroko-Canyon / Hualien areas. Travelers are advised to organize their schedules according to local habits: Visiting famous touristic places on weekends and holidays is not a good idea, because people in Taiwan, as elsewhere, also go to famous touristic places in their free time.

Therefore, here we give you some examples about things you should try to avoid in Taiwan. Where is variety, there is difference, and where there’s difference, misunderstandings may arise. Besides, everyone knows that there are many different cultures in the society of modern Taiwan. Taiwan is a place where you can discover, experience, and fall in love with many things.