Experience in Taichung City, Taiwan by Shuyu

What is it like to live in Taichung City? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Absolutely yes! Taichung city is one of the best place to live. It's a big city with modern architecture but not as rush as our capital, Taipei. It has also some of the heritage in the suburban district. Hence, people can enjoy the modern and historical sightseeing in Taichung. Moreover, the biggest nightmarket in Taiwan is in Taichung city. Also, the weather in Taichung is the best and most suitable for people to live in Taiwan.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Taichung City?

Street shopping every day every breaktime. Have parties in karaoke or clubs. Enjoy movies in the cheapest cinemas.

How much does it cost to live in Taichung City?

As a student, including the rent fee, utility fees, tax, etc., (but without tuition fee) it's around €450 per month per person.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Taichung City? Is there any advice you can give?

Well, it's not that easy but not as difficult as living in Taipei city. Just look up some place near nightmarket or department stores. There are always more vacancy and convenient but a bit more expensive.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

It's various! Fried chicken, spicy hotpot, sausage, traditional Taiwanese black tea, brunch, etc. Every kind of food u can imagine, it could be good there!

What places would you recommend visiting in Taichung City?

Heritage: Rainbow village, the surroundings of the Taichung train station, the shop name 宮原眼科Miyahara.

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Nature: Lavender village

Modern city design spot: 勤美誠品書店(a huge big bookstore combined with a department store)

Nightmarket: feng-jia逢甲夜市, yi-zhong一中街

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Is it good to eat out in Taichung City? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Yes, it's not expensive and it is convenient and healthy.

One of the nice breakfast is near the science exhibition in the centrum name 肉蛋吐司.

The market around the university or high school always cheaper and good.

High quality and nice price quality restaurants are always surrounded by the department stores especially 勤美誠品

Is the nightlife good in Taichung City? Where is good to go?

Yes, go to nightmarket, cinema, karaoke, clubs

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What advice would you give future students heading to Taichung City?

Just come and see how good it is. You will enjoy the Taichung city!