Day 1 for Emily
Trip Start
Aug 16, 2006
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Trip End
Sep 08, 2006
Taipei,
Taiwan
Friday, August 25, 2006
As for her first day here in Taipei, we decided to give her a grand introduction and took her to one of the largest museums in the world. The National Palace Museum, holds the worlds largest collection of Chinese artifacts, over 700,000 items in all. The collection contains everything ranging from pottery and calligraphy, to swords and artwork.
TRAVEL TRIVIA: The museum has so many artifacts that it only has enough room to show a small portion at a time, cycling its displays every four months. Therefore, it would take 12 years to see every piece.
After the museum we went and sampled one of Taipei's many restaurants. Taiwanese food is an interesting blend of Thai, Chinese and other Asian influences... it's delicious.
The locals here are so friendly that we have been made to feel at home everywhere we go. Although language is sometimes a barrier, people always seem to go out of their way to try to help. They always have a big smile and are ready to help any way they can.
Right now we are enjoying the nighttime view from Marko's dad's apartment; the lights of the city are beautiful against the mountainous backdrop.
Tomorrow we are heading to Sun Moon Lake for the weekend, so look for updates on Monday!
Comments
TerryW
Em, I am so glad that you arrived safely. I was thinking of you a lot. From the photo, you seem to have survived the long arduous trip very well.
Have a great time - it looks like you hit the ground running.
Terry
CONGRATS!!!
EM AND MARKO!!!
CONGRATS ON YOUR ENGAGMENT!! WE'RE SOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU GUYS!! LOOKS LIKE YOU GUYS ARE HAVEING A BLAST!! I WOULD BE LYING IF I DIDNT SAY I WASNT JEALOUS!! BUT ANYWHOO CANT WAIT TO SEE THE PICTURES!!!
LOTS OF LOVE
AIMS