Instagrammable Spots around Taiwan
There is no better time to be social media influencers than now.
As influencer marketing industry matures, more brands are looking to tap into the power of these influencers to achieve their business goals.
Instagram is undeniably the most popular visual platform where brands can easily find influencers lurking around. But with over 800 million active instagram accounts, not to mention an ever-increasing pool of influencers vying for consumer’s attention, influencers need an edge that will help them stand out in the crowd.
An important element of being influencers is an Instagram portfolio filled with the “perfect” pictures. Unsurprisingly, the key to take those amazing pictures apart from good photography and editing skills, is locations.
There are endless “instagram-worthy” places around the globe, but if you’re in Taiwan or planning to visit Taiwan anytime soon, you’re in luck. Check out our list of 7 instagrammable places in Taiwan!
The iconic Taipei 101
You can’t talk about Taiwan without mentioning Taipei 101. Granted, it’s not the easiest building to fit into your frame, but the unique structure of the building alone is enough to make your instagram post looks extra special. One of Taipei’s most famous landmarks, Taipei 101 is visible from all angles of the city as it towers high above the city’s skyline, so you’ll have plenty of options to snap a shot from different perspectives!
The Dome of Light on Formosa Boulevard MRT Kaohsiung
The largest glass work in the world, the glass-domed roof is designed by an Italian artist, Narcissus Quagliata. Formosa Boulevard MRT station is located in Kaohsiung, a city south of Taiwan. It is considered one of the most beautiful metro-stations ever built. With beautiful colors, interesting images, and plenty of light, it easily becomes one of the Instagram-worthy spots in Taiwan. You can enjoy the scheduled light show too!
Alishan Mountain
Renowned for its sunrises over seas of clouds scenery, Alishan is home to Taiwan’s most visited resort. As an avid instagrammer, you might want to make sure your alarm clock is working so you can get up on time to catch up the spectacular sunrise. If you’re lucky, you might also be greeted with misty forests view that emits serious vibe of mystical scenes you often see in Chinese paintings. This is the reason why it made to the list as one of the most instagram-worthy places in Taiwan.
Taroko Gorge
Taroko National Park is the second largest national park in Taiwan. It’s famous for its beautiful and splendid natural view. The landscapes are very dramatic so you will have plenty of Instagram-worthy pictures at the end of your trail. A place of stunning natural beauty, Taroko Gorge is the perfect place to go if you’re aiming to shoot scenery shots for your Instagram. Who knows, you might be able to strike a pose with one or two monkeys!
Elephant Mountain
If you want to catch the perfect view of Taipei 101 and Taipei’s skyline for your Instagram feed, Elephant Mountain is the place to go. It will take you roughly 15–20 minutes hiking to get to the top where you can watch the beautiful Taipei city views. It’s an easy hike and totally worth it, especially just before sunset. You’ll be able to catch the beautiful hue colors that every instagrammers would love.
Jiufen Old Street
Bored of city life and natural views? Time to head to Jiufen Old Street in the old mining town of Jiufen. Jiufen Old Street is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Taiwan. The combination of traditional lanterns and a variety of old stores that fill the streets easily make you feel like being transported to ancient Taiwan which is ideal for that vintage-type shots for your instagram collections. While you’re here, you can also shop for local delicacies, eat local dishes, and mingle with locals.
Rainbow Village
The very best instagram shots are all about the color. One place in Taiwan that can provide you with all the beautiful, vibrant colors is the Rainbow Village in Taichung. True to its name, the spot is especially unique because of the colorful houses and beautiful paintings you can find here. If you’re looking for the perfect background for your instagram feed, this place will definitely satiate your thirst for colors.
Bottom Line
With so many characters, histories, and unique buildings, Taiwan truly is the heart of Asia. If you can look past the typhoons and earthquakes, you’ll discover that Taiwan is full of surprises, charm, and photogenic opportunities for avid instagrammers to capture the perfect image while exploring the beautiful island.
Happy gramming!
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