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Perfect Shopping Guide in Taipei — Ximending, Taipei 101, Dihua Street, VAT Refund

A shopping guide in Taipei that beautifully blends the old and the new. From the trendy Ximending for youth fashion, the luxury of Taipei 101, to the century-old Dihua Street (tea, dried goods, souvenirs), and the electronics hub of Guanghua, all accessible within a few MRT stops. Enjoy a 5% VAT refund on purchases over 2,000 TWD, along with a personal itinerary, sales information, and tips for 2026. Street food at night markets is covered separately in the gourmet guide.

Jun 4, 202614 min

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