Taiwan – A photographer’s paradise in pictures

Taiwan, a place rich in character, history as well as scenic views is the most ideal destination for any budding photographer. With a shot waiting to happen in every corner in this country with its beautiful forests and crystal blue rivers, not to mention the amazing night markets, any photographer will find something you like.

Take the buildings for instance that are an amalgamation of traditional, contemporary, and modern styles of structures. Some of the iconic ones such as the Taipei’s Grand Hotel, the National Palace Museum, and the magnificent Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are a photographer’s dream come true. Another picture-perfect place is the elegant Taipei 101 that is praised for its seamless blending of modern and classical style.

In terms of scenic routes, the country’s spine is the Central Mountain Range, a magnet for mountaineers looking to scale east Asia’s tallest peak, Yushan (Jade Mountain). Several photographers are quite enchanted by the Yu Shan’s peak which is the perfect point from which they can catch a shot of the “sea of clouds” that sweeps at dawn.

Another spot to catch the perfect view of the Taipei Skyline would be at the end of a hike up of the Elephant mountain.

Taiwan by far is a country with layers and layers of culture that is constantly attracting people from different parts of the world for either business or just a quick tour. Taiwanese people are quite friendly which is perfect for street photographers to capture the essence of Taiwan culture i.e the people in their lens.