Taipei 101 is excellent. It's not all about the observatory deck and stuff, although that is very fun, the building itself is modern and has feeling. Yes it's expensive but worth it, awesome shopping, awesome food, observatory deck-89th and 91st floor with museum like atmosphere see thegold pillar running in center of the building to keep it steady etc. Elevators very fast ad fun.
A modern marvel that has a great food court and the shops offer many different brand names but its the atmosphere and service that makes it a relaxing place to visit and soak up the culture.
Taipei 101 is a must see on any tour. I went twice in October '06, and then March '07. Although the price is expensive it is well worth the experience. I am physically challenged (walk with a cane) and they accomendated more then if I was in Hawaii or New York. The staff are friendly and well informed of the entire tour. One guide spoke 4 ...
The first few floors of Taipei 101 are filled with name-brand stores and the last floor underground has a food court with a very wide selection and it even has a supermarket. The atmosphere of Taipei 101 is great, which makes it a great place to walk around, have a meal and window-shop - which is all you can do because the items are so expensive. ...
Taipei 101 is quite an amazing building. I had seen several pictures of it and I think it looked much better in person. It is in an area of Taipei that is being renovated with high priced Japanese department stores, designer stores and expensive apartments. It is in a financial and banking district and is an area which reminds me most of an ...
Good view of the entire city. Very interesting building design. There is a huge metal "ball" in the middle of the building so the building can withstand earthquakes. A must see!