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Quite a vast array of exhibitions.
They recently had a motorbike exhiibtion which was very cool. It showed the chronology of motorbikes in Taiwan.
There are many other exhibitions, but many lack detailed explainations in English.
The building itself is quite impressive, with large surrounding grounds ideal for taking a stroll.
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Definately the best selection of teaching materials offered here.
Also available are Chinese studying materials.
The layout is great, but the selection of English fiction and non-fiction is limited as with any other store in town. Amazon.com may be a better bet if you're looking for a specific title. They will, however, order an item for you as long as you are willing to wait a couple of weeks.
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For those of us who frequented Costco back home, you'll find the familiar sights here.
Of course, not to be neglected is the Costco Pizza and hot dogs, offered at a bargain price, while remaining filling and satisfying.
If you're looking to buy large quantities of quality meats and other western staples, this is the place to head. You may even bump into your familiar restauranteer stocking up their supplies for the weekend rush.
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With a vast array of electronics, Sunfar provides selection and ease of shopping that often is difficult to find here in town. No pressure sales led me to make a significant purchase here.
Personally, I feel this store is superior to the 3C outlets you'll find scattered throughout Kaohsiung.
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This is likely the heart of downtown Kaohsiung. Surrounded by hip boutiques and other uniques stores, the orignal HanShin packs a punch in its own right.
Carrying all your essential designer brands, HanShin reminds me that here in Taiwan, we still can't escape the consumerism of the West.
Of the more notable services, Jason's supermarket, fills the gap which Carrefoure leaves out. Most things missed from home can be found or substituted from the stock on Jason's shelves.
Also in the basement is a mini-food court combined with other small retailers selling some traditional and non-raditional Taiwanese foods.
If you head up above the department store, you'll find one of the finer hotels here in Kaohsiung. Up at the top you'll find a buffet restaurant offering both Western and Asian cuisines. The hidden gem of the whole place must be the Hong Kong style dim sum restaurant. It truly offers mouth-watering eats, but expect to pay five-star hotel rates.
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Questions (3)
Some of the listings are lacking places(i.e museums.) Is this because they have yet to be added? Is there anyway users can add places?
With tons of places in the city to review, it seems the user added spots have yet to appear. Obvious is the lack of will-power to endeavor is this feat. Is there any other solution other than the one posted to the previous question
With tons of places in the city to review, it seems the user added spots have yet to appear. Obvious is the lack of will-power to endeavor is this feat. Is there any other solution other than the one posted to the previous question?
Answers (1)
Posted Tuesday October 28th, 2008.
I had a computer shipped over with insurance put on it in case anything happened. It ended up being a huge hassle. I had to pay about NT$8000 in tax. You can probably get around it if you don't mind taking the risk of your shipment getting damaged.
In response to the question: Does anyone know if there are import taxes if I have my computer mailed to me from Canada?...
My experience is yours, yours is mine.
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