It rained a lot during my first visit to Taipei.

One of my last meals while in Taipei was Jia Xing which is known for their fish ball soup.

Come ready to break a sweat and for some great city views.

I did not expect to love this as much as I did. But I loved. I will crave this now.

A monument built in memory of the former President of the Republic of China.

Moments from about town in Taipei.

It is usually the simplest of things that are the absolute best.

At the top I could feel it sway against certain gusts. Thanks go to its tuned mass damper.

I was excited to get to Taiwan because its culture fully embraces a soup as one of its signature dishes.

Taipei is known for its night markets so I had to check out at least one.

I have been lucky enough to eat at Din Tai Fung locations around the world from Hong Kong to Chengdu to Los Angeles ...

Taipei, Taiwan

A small stall with a center table with about six stools and counter seating surrounding.

Rain sprinkles and bright lights of Ximending district in Taipei.

A fresh market and eating palace for ravenous seafood lovers.