What is worth buying when traveling to Taiwan? Things to note when traveling to Taiwan

Taiwan has always been a place that mainland Chinese people yearn to visit. Taiwan is a treasure land. In addition to enjoying the beautiful scenery of Taiwan, many people go to Taiwan for shopping. For those who go there for the first time, there are too many things they want to buy. So, what should they buy in Taiwan? Let's take a look with the editor of the Knowledge Museum.

The most worthwhile list of things to buy in Taiwan is as follows:

Crafts:

In terms of modern handicrafts, in addition to inheriting the spirit of local Taiwanese folk art, they have also achieved world-famous handicrafts through continuous innovation and integration. Most of these handicrafts are combined with regional characteristics: Hualien is rich in marble, Sanyi is rich in camphor wood, so the stone and wood carvings sold in these two places are not only exquisitely carved but also reasonably priced. In addition, Yingge's ceramics and Nantou's Shuili snake kiln are both of excellent quality due to the local clay, so the ceramic works fired are not only beautiful and practical but also have collection value.

snack:

Pastries, snacks, tea, coffee: such as pineapple cakes, banana cakes, sugar apple cakes, annual ring cakes, mochi, Yilan cakes, sun cakes, nougat, tribute candy, etc. Taiwan is known as the "Tea Kingdom". The terrain and climate are suitable for tea growth, and the tea produced is of excellent quality. There are many types of tea that can be bought in Taiwan, among which Wenshan Baozhong tea, Dongding Oolong tea, Baihao Oolong tea and Tieguanyin are the four mainstreams of Taiwanese tea, which can be used as a reference when purchasing.

cosmetic:

The cosmetics here are not only authentic and complete in variety, but also 1/4-1/3 cheaper than those in mainland China. In addition, every purchase will receive a gift and you can also participate in a lucky draw. There are many varieties of shampoo and hair care products produced locally in Taiwan, and the quality is also very good. Although they are slightly more expensive than mainland products, they are still very cost-effective.

Of course, the key point when traveling to Taiwan is to eat well and have fun. Mastering some shopping strategies can help you save money and buy the items you like, which is killing two birds with one stone. The things worth buying are not only those mentioned above, there are many more good things worth discovering when you go to Taiwan!

What is cheap to buy in Taiwan

Dear friends, if you want to buy cheap and good things in Taiwan, I suggest you go to the duty-free shops first. Tourists who like cosmetics can buy some L'Oreal and Estee Lauder cosmetics there. For perfume, you can choose Chanel. The cosmetics bought here will be cheaper than those in the mainland and various duty-free shops.

Taiwan's shoemaking industry is very developed. Although most of Taiwan's shoe factories have moved to the mainland in recent years, Taiwan's shoes are generally good in style, quality and reasonable in price. Nike and Adidas sold in Taiwan are much cheaper than in the mainland. Tourists who like sports goods may want to visit these sports goods stores. A pair of shoes is about 300 yuan cheaper than in China.

Taiwanese cigarettes have a lighter taste than mainland cigarettes. Changshou cigarettes are sold for NT$380-400 in Taipei City and NT$350 at the airport. Formosa cigarettes are sold for NT$400 at the airport, which is NT$50 cheaper than in the city. So if you plan to buy cigarettes and alcohol to take home, you might as well go to the airport in advance and browse the duty-free shops after security check.

Things to note when traveling to Taiwan

Travel preparation:

Bring your documents (ID card, Taiwan travel permit, air ticket); when taking a plane, valuables cannot be placed in checked luggage (various documents, cash and valuables); alcoholic beverages, toiletries and cosmetics, fruit knives, small scissors and nail clippers cannot be carried on and must be checked in.

Pay attention to the weather when traveling:

The weather in Taiwan is relatively humid and hot in summer, and the central and southern parts are also relatively hotter. Because many cities in the mainland are relatively dry, you will not be used to the feeling of sweating and sticky all over your body when you go to Taiwan. If you go to Taiwan in winter, it is recommended to bring thermal underwear, coats, and down jackets. In the other two seasons, autumn clothes are generally enough. In summer, you should bring a sun hat, sunscreen and raincoat.

Currency differences:

Taiwan uses the New Taiwan Dollar. 1, 5, 10, and 50 are copper coins, and 100, 200, 500, 1000, and 2000 are paper bills. You can exchange them directly at the airport or in general banks and hotels. Banks in Taiwan are open from 09:00 to 15:30 Monday to Friday. Some banks in the mainland can withdraw local currency abroad, so you don't need to carry too much cash, but you must go to the bank to activate this function first. You can use credit cards, and some banks also have UnionPay services.

Things to note when entering Taiwan

All international contraband items are listed as strictly prohibited items. Fresh fruits and vegetables, pickled fish and meat are prohibited. Duty-free items include a bottle of foreign wine, a pack of cigarettes, a small amount of perfume, and a moderate amount of personal items. The Taiwan authorities stipulate that each inbound passenger is only allowed to bring NT$8,000, US$1,000 or foreign currency of equivalent value. If the foreign currency exceeds the regulations, it must be clearly stated on the entry form so that it can be taken out of the country. Traveler's checks are not restricted.