Zendes

Taipei Day 2

Had breakfast buffet at the hotel. It was raining outside & we decided to do some 'major' shopping so that we can stay indoors to avoid the rain.

We went to the famous Ximenting area which was a bit like our Orchard Rd. Feels like in Japan with all the colourful signboards & fashion shops. Was surprised that a number of artistes like Cocco Lee & 5566 would be performing there & many fans were already waiting in the rain. However, we did not stay long enough in Ximenting to see them. We walked around Ximenting & managed to buy some clothings at quite resonable prices. Our next stop was the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall. The place was really hugh & we managed to take a few photos despite the rain & having to balance our umbrellas, bags & cameras!!

In the evening, we went to Pacific Sogo which is a 12 storey shopping paradise! However, most of the stuffs were branded & we didnt spend much of our time there. We proceeded to Shilin food ctr & night market next. The food ctr was really crowded & filled with all kinds of delicacies at very affordable prices. We wasted no time in sampling the food as we were very hungry. Had the famous super big & crispy fried chicken cutlet, fried egg wif oyster & mixed fruit juice. After satisfying our stomach, we went to the night market which was juz nearby. The place was really filled with shoppers & tourists. Shops & make-shift stalls lined the alley & there were many interesting food & articles on sale. The atmosphere was really buzzy & noisy & we had a great & memorable time there.

We went back to our hotel with tired legs but was glad that we had an interesting & fruitful day in Taipei. After a hot shower to soothe my aching body, its bedtime & sweet dreams.

posted by Dezer @ 8:39 PM