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Metropolitan Business Circles
The
section introduces major shopping areas in Taiwan. Among these areas,
the capital, Taipei, contains some of the best shopping places anywhere,
satisfying the shopping habits of all consumer groups.
Taipei
The
name of Ximending came from the period of Japanese colonization. At
that time a large portion of Taiwan's residents lived within Taipei
City. And Ximending was their center for recreation. The city's first
theater "Tokyo Stand" was set up here in 1896, and the area was
officially named Ximending in 1922.
In
early years, the main business activity in Ximending was the cinema
theater. At that time, most cinemas were on Emei Street, Chengdu Road
and Xining S. Road. After the central government of the R.O.C. was
relocated in Taiwan in 1949, large amounts of money poured into
Ximending. In addition to cinema, there were department stores and other
entertainment attractions. After the completion of the block-long
Zhonghua Business Buildings along Zhonghua Road, Ximending became the
largest business and entertainment center in the country. In the
1990s, Taipei's business and entertainment activities gradually shifted
to the East District, and later on the Zhonghua Business Buildings were
torn down for road construction. Ximending became less popular for a
while. Then the MRT Bannan Line was completed, and Zhonghua Road has
once again prospered under the planning of the Taipei City Government.
People gather here for art, culture events, sports, and music
performances on weekends and holidays. Along with the crowds, business
opportunities are returning to Ximending. Ximending
is not only a witness to the history of Taiwan, but also a leader of
fashion for the new generation. Many middle aged people and senior
citizens come here to reminisce about the old days, while young people
come for the latest fashions. Two totally different lifestyles meet
here, as Ximending fulfills the needs of different groups of people.
Taipei
The
area around the intersection of Zhongxiao East and Dunhua South roads
has become a major shopping area in Taipei's east district, thanks to
its convenient location. High-end
boutiques are packed along Dunhua South Road between Xinyi and Zhongxiao
East roads, presenting a tempting array of brand-name clothes, jewelry,
shoes, and leather items. The section between the SOGO Department store
and the Taipei Metro Mall is an especially good place for the
fashionably acquisitive, with Cartier, Louis Vuitton, DKNY and other top
brand boutiques to choose from.
Taipei
The
Xinyi District is the newest trend-setting commercial district in
Taipei, embracing dozens of fashionable malls, restaurants, and hotels
on Sections 4 and 5 of Xinyi Road. Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department
Store's New Life Square and A4 branches, Novel Hall for Performing Arts,
Vie Show Cinemas, Grand Hyatt Taipei Hotel, and Taipei 101 are just a
few of the many places where you can satisfy your consumer cravings in
this area.
By day,
the Xinyi District bustles with the fast-paced energy of business as
Taipei's commercial and financial center. At night, the skyscrapers come
alight with eye-catching displays of LED lights, setting the mood for
evening fun.
On
weekends, the Xinyi District transforms again as outdoor stages and
squares come alive with concerts, dance performances, record release
events, and celebrity appearances, making this the place where you can
experience the youthful energy of Taipei.
Taichung
Jingming
1st Street is Taichung's official pedestrian-only street. The
100-meter-long street combines the functions of shopping, dining,
recreation, and art, with boutique shops, coffee shops, restaurants, and
galleries--and, on holidays, outdoor concerts and exhibitions. No
vehicles are allowed to enter, and coffee shops provide outdoor seating.
The street was named model street in 1995, and since has become a major
tourist attraction in Taichung.
To
offer an escape from hectic daily life, Jingming 1st Street provides an
artistic and recreational space for city dwellers. Here you can sit in
an outdoor eat and enjoy a nice cup of coffee in an atmosphere closely
resembling that of the Champs Elysee in Paris.
Taichung
This
art street is close to Tunghai University and has created a utopian
community for art lovers. The area showcases postmodern stores and
coffee shops which smack of individual color and taste. Truly a place to
experience a bohemian lifestyle!
Kaohsiung
Innovative management and independent shops find a home at Kaohsiung's New Juejiang shopping area.
Learning
from the past success of the "Old Juejiang" shopping area, the New
Juejiang shopping area is centered on a popular consumer magnet--, the
Datong Department Store at the intersection of Wufu 2nd Road and Renzhi
Street. It is also right next to the Mercuries Department Store and the
Oscar Cinema on Lane 167 of Wenheng 2nd Road. New Juejiang has learned a
lesson from its-- mistakes, and has replaced the traditional business
style with a new management approach.
Young
people, new fashions, recreation, shopping, and dining all get together
at New Juejiang, which is rapidly attracting new businesses to become
Kaohsiung's biggest shopping destination. Cinemas, trendy clothes,
jewelry, watches, cosmetics, and beauty salons mingle with cafes,
American and Japanese fast-food restaurants, and all types of stalls to
provide something for everyone. New Juejiang is the place to go in
southern Taiwan for imported goods and chic attire, much of it arriving
in step with its debuts in the fashion capitals of the world.
Kaohsiung
The
Sanduo area has gained popularity as a top shopping destination in
Kaohsiung in recent years. Anchor stores here include the Shin Kong
Mitsukoshi Department Store, SOGO, and Mega'21 Far Eastern Shopping
Complex. There are also a number of clothing boutiques and small shops,
including Japanese merchandise retailers Poya and A+1, and other shops
selling discount cosmetics, handbags, and daily goods. Items at these
shops are generally 20% to 50% cheaper than similar items in department
store boutiques, making them a magnet for young shoppers. Sanduo has
also benefited from its proximity to the traditional market on Linsen
Road.
Sanduo
Shopping District is adjacent to the Sanduo and Zhongshan Road traffic
circles near the high-rise core in Kaohsiung. To the south it links with
the Asia-Pacific Financial Plaza, the 85-floor Tuntex Sky Tower, and a
multifunctional economic and trade area being promoted by the Kaohsiung
City Government. An MRT station will soon open in this area, making it
even easier to reach.
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