Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, is a modern metropolis buzzing with daily excitement. Shopaholics, rejoice! Visit night markets such as the Shilin Night Market. Foodies, satisfy your palate with various food options at these popular night markets and don't miss out on trying Taiwanese delicacies such as Bubble Tea, Smelly Tofu, and Beef Noodle Soup a.k.a Niu Rou Mian. Kaohsiung is home to several popular visitor sites, including the Love River, Shoushan (Mt. Shou), Xiziwan Bay, Lotus Pond, Qijin, and the Old City of Zuoying. It also is an ethnic melting pot, joining Hokkien and Hakka communities,the Pingpu, Tsou, Rukai, Bunun, and Paiwan indigenous tribes, and a military community culture. Kaohsiung also offers scenic mountains, ocean views, andrivers, as well as port, cultural, and historic attractions.