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Hapenzhongling Cross Road

Posted on April 28, 2012 | 5 comments

Hapenzhongling Cross Road (哈盆中嶺越嶺道) was historically, during the Japanese occupation, a route for the army and local aboriginals.  The winding walking path goes from Fushan Village, Wulai, through Hapen tribe to Lunpi Village. It was an amazing two day hike. The trail has many obstacles and often is extremely tight overlooking several hundred feet cliffs. We camped with a makeshift tarp next to a river and enjoyed fresh fish dinner caught with a net. On the trail we picked plants to boil and eat as well. An excellent experience on the beautiful island of Formosa.

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One Lens, Twelve Alleys. (Hsinchu)

Posted on January 26, 2012

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The following is a gallery of alleys in Taiwan. While Europe is famous for its cobblestone alleys and ancient architecture, Asia, and Taiwan specifically has a wealth of back alleys off main streets. Often down these alleys are housing and … Continue reading →

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Taiwan Series

Posted on October 22, 2011

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On October 15, 2011 we had the opportunity to see game 1 of the Taiwan Series. The game unfolded into a tapestry of majestic sac bunts, infield choppers, and at least a six pack of double plays. In terms of … Continue reading →

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TEDxTaipei

Posted on September 12, 2011

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On September 10th, 2011 I had the privilege of attending my first live TED Talk in Taipei. The Theme of this event was “The Road Less Traveled.” We arrived at Zhongshall Hall around 1:30PM and made our way in after … Continue reading →

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Snow Mountain (雪山)

Posted on June 27, 2011

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“Twenty more steps…twenty more steps.” That is what I kept telling myself during the last half kilometer of my summit of Snow Mountain. Confused by the name? Snow Mountain has several names, in fact probably more than any other mountain … Continue reading →

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Hsinchu Morning Market

Posted on June 17, 2011

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While night markets get most of the press in Lonely Planet guide books, morning markets can be an all together different experience in Asia. This morning market is a short walk from where I live in Taiwan. Most night markets … Continue reading →

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Si fen-wei / Dajian Mountain(s)

Posted on May 5, 2011

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We started at the Xizhi (汐止) train station, from there it was about a thirty minute walk to the trail-head. At the start it was a steep climb. Later we stopped at a few points along the trail to rehydrate. … Continue reading →

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SBL (超級籃球聯賽)

Posted on March 29, 2011 | Leave a comment

Video I took at a recent Taiwanese Pro Basketball doubleheader

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Taipei 101 Views

Posted on March 7, 2011

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The following are a collection of cityscape photos that I took from the top of Taipei 101, in the fall of 2010. I have been to the top on several occasions and have been blessed with some spectacular views each … Continue reading →

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Super Basketball League

Posted on January 17, 2011 | Leave a comment

SBL stands for Super Basketball League (超級籃球聯賽). The league began in 2003 after a period of about four years where Taiwan had no pro basketball.

I went to watch part of two games in Taipei. There were three games and one ticket is good for all three. Tickets cost $300NT which is equivalent to $9USD. Each team can have one import player, most likely from the U.S. The level of play is similar to Division II basketball in the States. Games are held in arenas all over the island.

Just as in Taiwanese baseball, there are no home teams. Each team has a main sponsor and is not linked to a specific city although some teams are more popular in certain areas of the island than others.

Here is the list of teams: Bank of Taiwan, Dacin Tigers, Kinmen Kaoliang Liqour, Pure Youth Construction, Taiwan Beer, Taiwan Mobile Clouded Leopards, Yulon Loxen Dinos.

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