Go shopping in Taiwan

  Have you ever been to Taiwan? What's special about Taiwan? I would like to introduce some features of shopping in Taiwan. Some metropolitan business circles contain history and fashion, like Taipei's Ximending and Kaohsiung's New Juejiang commercial area. Others include the weekend jade markets and the computer lane in Taipei's Guanghua Digital Plaze.

" Taipei  Guanghua Market (Guanghua Digital Plaza)

  Business at the market took a while to pick up due to the limited choice of items on sale. The market consolidated its reputation as the go-to
place in Taipei for computer equipment and other electronic gadgets, with over a hundred shops selling these high-tech items.  In addition to computers and other electronic peripherals, the new market sells branded sportswear and athletic gear, DVDs and CDs, posters, PC and console games, books, stereo equipment, mobile phones, and more. The market is known for its wide variety, low prices, and convenient comparison shopping, making it a magnet for budget-minded student shoppers.

Taipei  Ximending 

The name of Ximending came from the period of Japanese colonization. At that time a large portion of Taiwan's residents lived within Taipei City. Ximending was their center for recreation. In early years, the main business activity in Ximending was the cinema theater. At that time,  in addition to cinema, there were department stores and other entertainment attractions.  Ximending became the largest business and entertainment center in the country. Ximending became less popular for a while. People gather here for art, culture events, sports, and music performances on weekends and holidays. Along with the crowds, business opportunities are returning to Ximending. Ximending is not only a witness to the history of Taiwan, but also a leader of fashion for the new generation. Many middle aged people and senior citizens come here to reminisce about the old days, while young people come for the latest fashions. Two totally different lifestyles meet here, as Ximending fulfills the needs of different groups of people.

Taipei  Jianguo Holiday Flower Market

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  On every weekends and holidays, the Jianguo Holiday Flower Market,  is always packed with people in a holiday mood, all looking to purchase some flowers to brighten their homes. Besides flowers and plants, the Jianguo Holiday Flower Market also sells floral apparatus and seeds. This is obviously a heaven for gardening lovers.

Kaohsiung  New Juejiang Commercial Area 

  Innovative management and independent shops find a home at Kaohsiung's New Juejiang shopping area.
New Juejiang has learned a lesson from its mistakes, and has replaced the traditional business style
 with a new management approach. Young people, new fashions, recreation, shopping, and dining all get together at New Juejiang, which is rapidly attracting new businesses to become Kaohsiung's biggest shopping destination. Cinemas, trendy clothes, jewelry, watches, cosmetics, and beauty salons mingle with cafes, American and Japanese fast-food restaurants, and all types of stalls to provide something for everyone. New Juejiang is the place to go in southern Taiwan for imported goods and chic attire, much of it arriving in step with its debuts in the fashion capitals of the world.

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From:http://eng.taiwan.net.tw/m1.aspx?sNO=0000207