Shilin Night Market Introduction
Shilin Night Market is the largest night market in Taipei and a must-visit for international tourists exploring the city. It is located near Jian Tan MRT Station and covers a vast area, which can be divided into two main sections: one is the streets surrounding the traditional Yangming Theater, including the area around Daan Road and Cijian Temple; the other is the newly-operated Shilin Market at No. 101 Jihe Road. Visitors to the night market mainly focus on food and shopping, as a wide variety of unique and interesting goods and delicacies attract large crowds. This special night market culture is an indispensable part of Taipei's nightlife. The most famous offerings are the diverse snacks, which can be considered a collection of Taiwanese cuisine, such as the golden oversized chicken steak, the fragrant "Hot-Star Large Fried Chicken" that is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside; the addictive "Grilled Skewers"; the aromatic "Shilin Sausage"; the soup-squirting "Shanghai Sheng Jian Bao"; the "Runbing Roll" filled with stewed pork and egg; the sweet and savory "Big Pancake Wraps Small Pancakes" with an excellent chew; the hot "Herbal Pork Rib Soup" for nourishment; and unique snacks like stir-fried squid, Frog Eggs, Three Brothers Tofu Pudding, scallion pancakes, and cold noodles, all of which are mouth-watering delicacies that entice visitors to linger and enjoy the experience.
