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Taiwan Shopping

Taiwan is a center for world-famous brands and luxury goods. The superior shopping environment will definitely drive you crazy if you are a shopping expert. Not only does Taiwan have a rich variety of goods, but the prices of many imported goods are much more favorable than those in mainland China. More importantly, whether it is in shopping malls, department stores or small shops, the service is very enthusiastic and patient, making everyone truly feel that they are consumers. Be respected and valued.

Shopping tax refund information

Taiwan’s goods tax and sales tax are included in the pricing and are not charged separately. Some large department stores and brand stores offer 5% tax rebate. It is required to purchase more than NT$3,000 in the same store on the same day, hold valid documents, correctly fill out the tax refund form, keep the cashier slip or invoice and unused tax refund items, and go through the tax refund procedures at the airport tax refund counter on the day of departure.

Taiwanese specialty

Oolong tea

Oolong tea has a rich flavor and is a great treat for guests. There are many varieties of oolong tea, and the prices vary greatly. It is best to be accompanied by local friends when purchasing.

Oil-paper umbrella

The local oil-paper umbrella inherits the characteristics of Guangdong Chaozhou umbrella. It is not only practical, but also a fine bamboo handicraft. Among them, the oil-paper umbrellas made by Meinong Guangrongxing in Kaohsiung are the most representative.

Pineapple cake

Because the outer skin is crispy and chewy, and the pineapple filling is sweet but not greasy, this kind of "combination of Chinese and Western" pineapple cakes is also highly praised by Westerners, so it gradually It has become one of the most favorite Taiwanese souvenirs for tourists from outside the island.

Kinmen Sorghum Liquor

Kinmen Sorghum Liquor has a mellow and sweet aroma and unique flavor, "colorless and transparent; fragrant and elegant; soft and mellow taste; harmonious fragrance; sweet and refreshing; clean and refreshing; The aftertaste is long; the style is typical.”

Shuangdong Betel Nut

Shuangdong is the location of the famous betel nut kingdom in China. As far as the eye can see, there are betel nut trees and lychee fields, as well as the Shuangdong Road. The street scene of Betelgeuse Pavilion is impressive. Due to the superior geographical conditions, the areca nuts produced in Shuangdong are particularly refreshing. Coupled with the unique local formula and self-produced old leaves, the taste is unique and well-known throughout Taiwan.

Wu Kee Cake Shop

Wu Kee Cake Shop is a famous pastry shop in Kaohsiung area with a history of more than 60 years. It is still made according to the ancient method and is a well-known brand in Fengshan. Specialty sign. Driven by the trend, although Wu Kee also sells Western-style bread and cakes, regular customers will buy Chinese cakes by name. Its fragrant and authentic traditional flavor is the secret of Wu Kee's standing for more than half a century.

Nantou Gongtang

Gongtang is a famous traditional specialty of Nantou County. It is made of high-quality peanut kernels, white sugar and maltose through traditional folk craftsmanship and is "beaten" with wooden sticks. "To fight" is called "Gong" in Hokkien. It's called tribute sugar. It has a delicate taste, crisp texture and fragrant taste, and is authentic and pure. It has become one of the specialties of Nantou County and enjoys a high reputation at home and abroad.

Nougat

Nougat is sweet in the mouth, with a strong aroma of peanuts and milk, and is very chewy. It is a dessert loved by adults and children.

Yingge Ceramics

Yingge, known as "Jingdezhen, Taiwan", can be said to be synonymous with Taiwanese ceramic art. Yingge Town is located on the western railway line. Yingge Ceramics Old Street has more than 100 ceramics shops. It is like a living ceramics museum, with unique exquisite art centers, bulk tableware stores, and business The several-generation-old Yingge ceramics family, factory-operated stores, and ceramic artist studios can interact with art everywhere. Each store has different display styles and products, making it a good place to browse and admire exquisite pottery. Here you can find all kinds of practical living utensils and creative pottery, with complete products, reasonable prices, and simple yet innovative styles. Many of them are created by local artists, injecting new creativity and creativity into Yingge ceramic art. vitality.

Pinglin Wenshan Baozhong Tea

Baozhong tea is abundant in northern Taiwan. Together with Dongding Oolong tea, it is known as the two major teas in Taiwan. It is known as Baozhong tea in the north and Baozhong tea in the south. Dragon's statement. Baozhong tea has a rope-like appearance, emerald green color, bright honey-green water color with gold, delicate and elegant floral fragrance, and sweet, smooth and active taste. Good Baozhong tea pays special attention to aroma. This kind of highly aromatic tea has a particularly strong aroma after boiling. The stronger the aroma, the higher the quality. The taste is sweet and refreshing, and the fragrance lingers on the teeth and cheeks for a long time. It has the characteristics of fragrance, richness, mellowness, rhyme and beauty. It is known as "the dew condenses the fragrance" and "the fog condenses the spring". The Baozhong tea produced in Taiwan is produced in the Wenshan area of ??Taipei with the best quality and the best aroma, so it is customarily called "Wenshan Baozhong Tea".