Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China

Best of Taipei

Museums, Shrines and Grand Hotel of Taiwanese Capital Discover the important landmarks of vibrant Taipei during an all-day excursion around the city. Visit the imposing National Palace Museum for an opportunity to explore its collection of nearly 700,000 priceless Chinese artifacts, ranging from the Neolithic Age to modern times. Stop at the revered Martyrs’ Shrine, built on Chingshan Mountain and overlooking the Keelung River. Here, 330,000 spirit tablets commemorate the soldiers who died defending their country. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the magnificent Grand Hotel, a fine example of Chinese classical architecture that has hosted many foreign dignitaries throughout the years. Admire the dragons and phoenixes protecting the Lungshan Temple, home of the gilded Goddess of Mercy. Learn about the pantheon of deities that reside here during a tour inside its ornate walls. Visit the blue-roofed National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, dedicated to the late president and surrounded by landscaped gardens, before returning to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally r