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Why Taiwan families MUST have hot pot on this special night
Families in Taiwan celebrate Lunar New Year’s Eve with Weilu, a tradition symbolizing unity and prosperity. Discover the cultural significance of hot pot and other festive dishes.
2026/02/16 14:00
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Horse-themed names unlock discounts across Taiwan resorts
Taiwan businesses celebrate the Lunar New Year with special promotions for those with horse-themed names or born in the Year of the Horse. Enjoy discounts and perks at Leofoo Resort, Farglory Ocean Park, and IKEA.
2026/02/16 11:00
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Taiwan’s Lunar New Year traditions feature prized seafood
Taiwan’s National Fishermen’s Association launches five seafood gift boxes for Lunar New Year 2026, featuring mullet roe, dried abalone and other auspicious dishes.
2026/02/16 10:00
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Ancient art of spring couplets thrives in modern Taiwan
Explore the enduring tradition of spring couplets in Chinese culture, highlighting their role in fostering festive cheer and warding off evil spirits during the Lunar New Year. Learn about their origins, types, and symbolic meanings, including the integration of zodiac imagery and artistic innovations.
2026/02/15 14:00
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春節英文用「Chinese」還是「Lunar」?蔡正元引歷史解答
農曆春節英文譯名究竟該用「Lunar New Year」還是「Chinese New Year」?中華文化總會日前宣傳春節節目時使用「Lunar New Year」,遭大陸央視抨擊數典忘祖。對此,前立委蔡正元爬梳歷史指出,春節所使用的曆法是「陰陽合曆」,並非純粹陰曆,因此稱「Chinese New Year」比較科學。
2026/02/15 13:48
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Why everyone is flocking to Dihua Street for Lunar New Year
Explore Taipei’s Dihua Street during the Lunar New Year Market from Jan. 31 to Feb. 15. Enjoy traditional snacks, cultural activities, and festive shopping in a historic setting.
2026/02/15 11:00
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Taiwan readies for traditional pre-holiday big cleanup
Families in Taiwan prepare for the Lunar New Year with a traditional big cleanup, symbolizing a fresh start. Learn about optimal dates, taboos, and customs.
2026/02/15 10:00
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Symbolic fruits promise prosperity in Taiwan Lunar New Year
Families prepare for Lunar New Year on Feb. 17. Fruits symbolize fortune and health in Taiwan. Pomelos and persimmons bring blessings and luck. Fruits reflect cultural heritage and prosperity.
2026/02/14 22:00
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NPM Exhibit highlights animals in Chinese art history
Explore the "In the Company of Animals" exhibit at Taipei’s National Palace Museum from Jan. 17 to April 6. Discover art reflecting human-animal bonds.
2026/02/14 16:00
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Red envelopes bring prosperity for Lunar New Year
Explore the cultural significance of red envelopes during the Lunar New Year in Taiwan. Learn about traditions, symbolism, and the enduring practice of giving.
2026/02/14 16:00
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HOV restrictions set for Feb. 18-21 on key freeways
Taiwan’s Freeway Bureau will maintain regular tolls on Feb. 13, opening road shoulders for Lunar New Year travel. HOV restrictions and flat-rate tolls start Feb. 14.
2026/02/14 09:00
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Why everyone wears red during Lunar New Year celebrations
Chinese communities worldwide prepare for the Lunar New Year on Feb. 17, 2026. This festival, rich in heritage, celebrates renewal, unity, and prosperity.
2026/02/14 08:00
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New Taipei City teams up with ’Super Taste’ for oil rice
New Taipei City teams up with "Super Taste" to explore Taiwanese oil rice. Join internet celebrity Kim Jin Young and others as they visit top eateries. Airs Feb. 21-22.
2026/02/13 22:00
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Lunar New Year treats carry auspicious meanings in Taiwan
Taiwanese households prepare for the 2026 Lunar New Year on Feb. 17 with traditional snacks symbolizing prosperity. Discover the cultural significance of these treats.
2026/02/13 16:00
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Taiwan to see warm days, cool nights before Lunar New Year
Taiwan’s weather will see warm, sunny days and cooler, rainy nights this weekend due to southeastern winds. Expect a northeast monsoon Monday, bringing cooler, wetter conditions.
2026/02/13 14:59
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Taoyuan airport braces for 2.74M travelers this holiday
Taoyuan International Airport gears up for 2.74 million travelers during Lunar New Year and Peace Memorial Day. Expect peak traffic Feb. 13-15 and Feb. 20-22.
2026/02/12 10:36
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Strong winds prompt advisory for 12 Taiwan regions
The Central Weather Administration warns of strong winds in 12 Taiwan regions, with temperatures ranging from 23 to 30 degrees Celsius. Expect brief showers and cooler weather in the north, improving by Thursday. Sunny to partly cloudy skies are forecast from Friday to Sunday, with isolated showers in Taitung and Hengchun Peninsula. A new front will bring rain next Monday.
2026/02/11 11:56
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Double trouble: Two cold fronts heading straight for Taiwan
The Central Weather Administration forecasts a weather shift in Taiwan starting Feb. 11, with cooler temperatures and sporadic rain in the north and east. Expect a slight warm-up by Feb. 12 as the monsoon weakens, but cooler mornings and evenings persist. A new front on Feb. 16 will bring cooler weather for the Lunar New Year.
2026/02/11 06:00
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Taiwan sees 6.9% drop in flu outpatient visits
Taiwan’s CDC reports a 6.9% drop in flu-related outpatient visits from Feb. 1 to 7. Severe flu cases rise, with 32 new cases and three deaths. COVID-19 cases increase slightly.
2026/02/10 17:34
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Taiwan PASS Lantern Festival Edition launches Saturday
The Tourism Bureau will release a limited edition "Taiwan PASS Lantern Festival Edition" on Feb. 14 to boost tourism at the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi County.
2026/02/10 17:00
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Shuhua returns to Taiwan, greets media at airport
Taiwanese star Shuhua of i-dle arrived in Taiwan for work, not Lunar New Year. Fans await her March 7 performance at Taipei Dome. Shuhua, Taoyuan’s tourism ambassador, boosts her local presence.
2026/02/10 15:29
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Taipei mayor launches 15-day safety project for holidays
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an launched a 15-day safety project for the Lunar New Year, focusing on public safety and traffic. The initiative follows a metro arson incident.
2026/02/10 11:17
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Cold front to bring cooler, wetter conditions to Taiwan
Taiwan faces a temperature drop with lows below 10°C in western and northeastern regions. The CWA issues alerts for 16 counties, warning of day-night fluctuations.
2026/02/10 11:00
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Taipei faces critical blood shortage amid temperature shifts
Fluctuating temperatures have reduced blood donations in Taipei, leaving a critical four-day supply. Blood types B and O are most affected. Authorities urge donations.
2026/02/07 10:00
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Taiwan tech in 2026: AI boom powers Year of the Horse
The Chinese zodiac’s Year of the Fire Horse arrives on February 17, 2026, bringing with it symbols of vitality, speed, and bold action. For Taiwan’s technology sector, the timing could not be more fitting. After a spectacular 2025 that saw economic growth exceed 7% and exports surge to record highs, the island enters the new lunar year with momentum that matches the Horse’s legendary energy.
2026/02/05 15:00