Ximending, known as the 'Harajuku of Taiwan', is a vibrant shopping and entertainment district in Taipei, famous for its street fashion, food, and youth culture.
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar (NT$)
Best time to visit
March to May
Languages
Mandarin Β· Taiwanese Hokkien
Coordinates
25.042Β°, 121.517Β°
Key facts
1Ximending is one of the few places in Taiwan where it's legal to perform street performances.
2The area is home to the world's first Eslite Bookstore, which also functions as a cultural center and art gallery.
3Ximending is a popular filming location for Taiwanese TV dramas and movies.
Timeline
1945: After World War II, the area was renamed Ximending by the Japanese, meaning 'West Gate Circle'.
1970s: Ximending began to develop as a shopping district, with the opening of department stores like Shin Kong Mitsukoshi.
1990s: The area became a hub for youth culture and street fashion, earning its nickname 'Harajuku of Taiwan'.
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