Nightlife in Taipei
♫ Saturday, July 2nd, 2011Taiwan is generally referred as the land of convenience since you can find anything or do anything at just about any time of the day. Although locals work or study during the day, yet nighttime is for play. There are various types of venues to choose from. These range from usual westernized bars and clubs, cocktails in a trendy lounge bar, dancing in a club, or live music at one of the city’s venues to more unique places such as KTV bars (Karaoke bars). Taipei city is safe at night, so relax and enjoy yourself!
Ximending has been a famous area for shopping and entertainment since the 1930s. Historic structures include a concert hall and a historic cinema. Modern structures house karaoke businesses, art film cinemas, wide-release movie cinemas, electronic stores, and a wide variety of restaurants and fashion clothing stores. The pedestrian area is especially popular with teens. There is also KTV, giant karaoke venues where groups of people can reserve a small room equipped with karaoke equipment. The staff will deliver drinks and food to the room or you can bring your own foods with corkage fee. It’s a favorite pastime for Taiwanese and an opportunity to belt out songs with only your friends and family to ridicule you.
The best nightlife is found in the commercial district of Anho Rd in East Taipei and the older Shi Men Ding or West Side. Taiwanese tend to eat early and many restaurants close by 9:30 pm, but with no licensing limits many bars are open until 2 am or 4 am, and some all night. Shao yen or snack bars in night life areas are popular on the way home.
