Temples to Flesh Eating Fish

 Flesh Eating Fish!

 Praying at the Temple.

My Clasmates Sitting On Pigs :p

Yilan

Yesterday was Taiwan's Birthday it is a big National Holiday... so I got to take the day off from school in the middle of the week, yeah!  But today since my class was taking a big course of tests my teachers took all the exchange students on a trip to Yilan. It was very interesting, not only did we have cultural experiences, but we also made adventurous leaps.  I went to a temple that is specific for studying, and I also experienced the tradition of a "fish spa."  It is crazy all the fish come to eat the skin off of your feet, and honestly anyone who has problems with dead skin on their feet should try this. My feet are super soft now I love it.  So I had quite the day of fun and adventure. Thank you Miss. Long, Bel, Larie, Bern, and Johann. I had a blast!

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This past week I finally took the chance to go all the way up to Taipei 101. It is so cool! Well actually I must confess that I was only able to reach the 91st floor due to weather conditions. But it is still enough to see the birds eye view of Taipei. The rivers, the mountains, and the shadow of the building that I find myself looking up to constantly.
Thanks Larrie for the awesome time, and shooting me the pictures.

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The Past Two Weeks

Wulia
This is a gorgeous part of Taiwan and my host family took me out to see the waterfall. In Wulia there is a river that runs through with hot water. Wulai is home to a group of aboriginals. It is so cool because it reminds me of Yellowstone, but it is definitely more Asian. Due to the fact that people just hop into the river right by the street. A great place for people watching. ( Shout out to my little brother this is the place I tried Taiwanese soda for you! :) )
Moon Festival
The moon festival was really cool we had barbecues and ate moon cakes. <3 I saw the moon for the first time since traveling to Taiwan it was completely full. It is true that it is the perfect time to see the moon.
Keelung
This has to be my absolute favorite place I have visited in Taiwan. The sea air smells amazing and the waves of the water were rising very high due to the passing of the typhoon.  The night market here is truly the coolest in which I have visited.  The special ice-cream there is a favorite and I loved it.  It seems that all foods that are peanut of peanut butter are especially  delicious. If you ever find yourself in Taiwan take the time to discover Keelung.