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The Maolin National Scenic Area in Gaoping Mountain is famous near and far for its "Purple Butterfly Valley." This is rated as a 3-star eco attraction by the Green Michelin Guide. The "Biennial Butterfly Beauty Festival" is an annual festival held from November to March of the following year. Over these months, thousands of purple butterflies cross the ocean to live in this valley, creating a famous butterfly valley viewing event.
In the Amis language, "pasiwali" means “going to the east.” The sun rises in the east, and many of Taiwan’s indigenous people were born in the eastern part of the island. This was why the festival was named “Pasiwali.” It features the music of indigenous peoples from Taiwan and abroad. In addition to song and dance performances, the festival offers visits to tribal buildings and open-air markets. The festival allows visitors to learn about and enjoy the multicultural features of the indigenous peoples.
Since it was first held in 1986, the annual Taipei Marathon has become an important international event. It integrates sport with an opportunity to explore Taipei City. The event is certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races and has received the World Athletics Elite Label. It was the first urban marathon event in Taiwan to obtain label certification.
The annual Taipei International Book Exhibition (TIBE) will be held for the 34th consecutive year, with Thailand serving as the Guest of Honor and showcasing its vibrant publishing scene, featuring over 400 publishers, at the fair. Organized by the Taipei Book Fair Foundation, TIBE is one of Asia’s most renowned book trade fairs, expected to welcome more than 500,000 attendees and over 890 publishing professionals this year. Offering six days of literary exchange, professional networking, cultural celebration, and retail book sales, the event serves as a crucial platform for authors, publishers, copyright agents, booksellers, and book enthusiasts from Taiwan and around the world to discover new titles, explore literary trends, and foster cultural exchange.
First held in 1999, New Taipei City’s Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival has helped enhance Taiwan’s international profile. This local folk festival attracts visitors from near and far. The international media that have praised the event include CNN, the Discovery Channel, and National Geographic Magazine. Reader's Digest named it as one of 40 places to visit before you are 40.
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