As the rain came down in the early evening rush hour, we changed into more formal attire(but same hat), and head for supper. Waiting to a hail a cab.
Lights of Xinyi Road reflected in the evening rain.
We are about to eat yet again! Rong Rong Yuan, probably the best restaurant in Taipei...
Wonderful, cheerful service, and attention to detail: Elusive in many metropolises but experienced everywhere we went in Taiwan. The super efficient and friendly waitresses bring a little hamper tableside for patrons to deposit their purses and other items, then place a cloth over it to...
Taipei is a mecca for the Otaku, with countless small shops catering to their obsession. Expensive model kits can be purchased for a fraction of their retail prices in these tiny stalls packed to the rafters.
Ximending is known for its shopping and the merchandise spill out from the stores...
T65K2 assault rifle. The museum is an overlooked gem, and the interactive exhibits were a real joy. We shared the museum with only the affable military staff and a few school-children on a field trip.
There is an astonishing array of small eateries everywhere you walk in Taipei. This...
Patriotic relief mural on the side of a military building.
The Republic Of China Armed Forces Museum. Fascinating museum documenting the birth and history of the Republic Of China and her armed forces.
Traditional carved stone lions guarding the entrance. Male lion with its right paw...
Notes On Our Summer Travels Across Longitude And Time Zones (Part 4)
Morning rush hour traffic along Zhongxiao East Road, August 9th.
After struggling for several days with jet-lag, Ryan and Lydia are finally up to speed and we head further afield. Walking to the Taipei Metro. OPTIMO...
O.G.: Thank you! Love the Taipei cabbies. Engaging, garrulous, and some downright erudite! We were pretty adventurous in our eating, patronizing street vendors and night market food stands, and did not have any problems the entire trip. I think the key is to eat and try many different...
Eric: Many thanks! You are absolutely right. The best way to travel is to budget enough time to explore the places less traveled, and tread off the beaten path.
Dreamofgilgamesh: Beautiful! Would love to see more photos from Ephesus.
Jeff: A belated thanks for your very kind comments! More food and temple photos to come...
Alan: Sharp eye, my friend! Could not resist the little tyke and I was very fortunate with the lighting. Thank you for your remarks!
Steve: Thanks!
m0nk: My goodness, you are too kind, but I sincerely appreciate your comments!
Randall: :o Thank you!
David: Back to back winners! Such a clean and beautiful Whippet. My humble thanks for your kind remarks. I do love my Montecristis, and shall miss wearing them 'til next season...
Manfred: Thank you, my friend! You are always too kind.
Alan: Love that old No. 1, but holy buckets, that second picture makes it appear that the hat is pulled clear down to the nape of your neck! lol What a glorious lid, and wonderful photos, too. I feel as if I could reach out and grab...
Me, still in my Montecristi.
Another patron savoring the gorgeous weather and delicious food. Unknown straw and weave but quite beautiful.
It must have been like this back in the old days...
Hitting the antique shops again in the early afternoon. Saddened to see the decline of the...
Summer's Epilogue
Ryan is back at school this morning, and as I sit here in my office composing this post, with my Montecristi on my desk, I reminisce about the splendid Summer and its many adventures that are now behind us.
A few photos from this past, Labor Day weekend:
Felt...
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