Travel in Taiwan 171225: A Merry Merry Christmas
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A 30-story building that illuminates into
a magical show, a Broadway-themed Christmas tree and free hugs for everyone. I only know one place on Earth
where you can experience all of these. Taiwan! Wherever you go in the city during the month of December,
you will always find a spot that will remind you of Christmas. That's right! The season of joy can be
felt on this island.
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Let's start first with Banqiao. This
is the capital of New Taipei City. Every year the city hall grounds is turned into a Christmasland with a
giant Christmas tree as its main attraction. In 2016, the festivity become grander with the introduction
of a 3D projection show at the facade of the city hall building. So gone are the days that you only look
at the tall sparkling tree to remind you of Christmas. Now, you just have to enjoy a five-minute show that
will bring you to kaleidoscope-like world.
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People had also been flocking to the footbridge
near the city. hall A tunnel was created there out of blue Christmas lights. Going inside was like walking
in a surreal world. Make a wish as you stroll in the tube but be considerate of other people because the
place had been packed with visitors who also wants to enjoy the scenery.
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Lonely this Christmas? No problem! Free
hugs are available for everyone in Taipei. Around the corners of the shopping district in Xinyi District
are people holding a placard with a sign “I'm here” or “Free hugs”. They come in groups and sometimes
do a flash mob to the surprise of every visitor in Taipei's luxury shopping malls. Don't be shy to
approach them. Remember that their hugs are free.
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Still not happy in Taipei during Christmas
and want to leave the country? Don't worry because Uni-President Mall prepared a New York-style holiday
decorations that will make you feel that you're in the Big Apple without ever leaving Taiwan. Through
its marketing campaign of “isharing”, the mall has been visited by locals and international tourists looking
for a different kind of a Christmas concept.
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Go to the second floor via the staircase
and you will be surprised with its dazzling colors. A red stiletto heel will suddenly catch your attention.
Its shiny appearance represents the glitz and glamour of a Broadway musical transformed into a set of Christmas
decors. Continuing the climb, you will find yourself staring at a colorful Christmas tree. Get closer and
you will find out that it contains numerous light bulbs that are used in a theatrical stage.
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