Come to Tainan for a romantic experience. Hold hands and whisper sweet nothings as you explore this ancient city together. Visit Saint Cross Church near Jingliao Old Street and admire this pyramid-shaped church that sits among the rice paddies. Pay a romantic pilgrimage to Beimen Crystal Church and embrace the relaxing vibe as if you were on Guam. Take a stroll around Anping Love Square and plan your romantic future together.

Enjoy a river cruise at Eternal Golden Castle and fall in love again on a swan-boat ride. Tour the ancient streets on a retro bike to bring your hearts even closer. Explore the local shops on Shennong Street and experience the area's unique hipster culture. Enjoy a leisurely coffee at a retro cafe on Zhengxing Street. Check in at the National Immigration Agency in Tainan and capture an Instaworthy moment. Bathe in Guanziling Hot Springs to add a bit of heat to your relationship. Play dress-up in Guantian and take some fun photos.

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    Visit Saint Cross Church near Jingliao Old Street

    Visit Saint Cross Church near Jingliao Old Street
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    Jingliao Old Street, formerly known as "Dowry Street", is located in Houbi District, Tainan City. It's recently become a famous attraction because the documentary "Let It Be" was filmed here. Most of the old buildings are well-preserved, so you can easily imagine life here years ago when it was a bustling commercial street.

    While you're here, be sure to check out the pyramid standing in the green rice paddies. Saint Cross Church, a tall and striking cone-shaped building, was built by German Pritzker Architecture Prize winner Gottfried Bohm. This building is an extraordinary architectural masterpiece that has great historical significance. Designed to reflect the local spirit, the pointed cones of the church are inspired by the straw piles in the fields after the autumn harvest. In the church, there's a French priest who's very fluent in Taiwanese. He writes spring couplets for visitors during Chinese holidays, so when you're here, don't forget to pay him a visit.

    Locatie: No. 294-1, Jingliao, Molin Village, Houbi District, Tainan City, Taiwan 731024

    Openingstijden: Saturday from 2 pm to 4 pm. Sunday from 10 am to 11 am and 2 pm to 4 pm

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    Dream tour in Beimen Crystal Church

    Dream tour in Beimen Crystal Church
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    Beimen Crystal Church sits between Zhoubei and Zhongzhou Salt Fields, next to Beimen Visitor Center. The design of the church was inspired by Guam’s famous St. Laguna Wedding Chapel. The pointed arches standing on the water resemble the salt piles dotted around the surrounding landscape, while the pristine white steel frames echo the purity of a white bridal gown. This sleek and elegant architecture is not unlike that of the Sydney Opera House.

    When the weather's clear, the turquoise water sparkles against the sunlight on the glass. This romantic venue is very popular with couples, who come here to take wedding pictures. After nightfall, the church is lit up, creating a uniquely charming atmosphere. Nearby, you'll also find a great many attractions based around the theme of love and romance. So why not take time to explore them as well?

    Locatie: No. 200, Beimen Village, Beimen District, Tainan City, Taiwan 727008

    Openingstijden: 24/7

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    Visit Anping Love Square

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    Neighbouring Anping Fishing Port, Anping Love Square is a popular spot for a romantic date. Since undergoing redevelopment, the grassy area, water towers and art installations between the Yacht Pier and Blue Sea Pier are great attractions for a holiday outing.

    Love Square is, as its name suggests, the perfect place for a bit of romance. You'll see silhouettes of people of different ages, symbolising the ups and downs and various stages in a relationship ‒ from romance and understanding to marriage, mutual respect and love. With its distinct Mediterranean vibe, the blue and white wall is also a popular spot for taking photos. Be sure to check out the Sunset Platform nearby to watch the sun go down at the end of a perfect day.

    Locatie: No. 2, Chengping Rd., Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan 708001

    Openingstijden: 24/7

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    River cruise at Eternal Golden Castle

    River cruise at Eternal Golden Castle
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    Located in Anping District, Tainan City, Eternal Golden Castle is a red four-walled castle constructed during the Qing dynasty. Also known as Erkunshen Fortress, this former military base is surrounded by a moat and is now an important tourist attraction of great historical significance.

    A short distance away, you'll find a park where you can relax and admire the wide variety of plants or take a swan boat ride on the water. Greet the elegant black swans as you pedal past them and marvel at the beautiful scenery all around you. If you're here during the right season, you might even spot jellyfish in the water. If swans aren't your style, you can pick a dragon boat instead and enjoy a leisurely boat ride.

    Locatie: No. 3, Guangzhou Rd., Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan 708003

    Openingstijden: Daily from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm

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    Tour ancient streets on a retro bike

    Tour ancient streets on a retro bike
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    The Five Channels Cultural Zone was once an important trading hub in the city. Since being renovated, the old houses here attract many backpackers, who come to check in and take pictures. Be sure to include some restaurants in your itinerary when planning your trip.

    When visiting Tainan, you need to slow your pace right down so you can really experience traditional Tainan culture. If you want to discover the charm of this historic city at your own pace, a retro bike ride is a great way to do it. You can rent a European-style retro bike and explore the city's historic sites and alleyways before checking out the neighbourhoods where traditional meets modern. If you're a foodie, make sure to stop off at some of the city's most popular food haunts. The hipster in you will love the ancient street transformed into a public art space. If you're feeling romantic, a leisurely bike ride is a lovely way to spend quality time together.

    Locatie: Tainan old city zone

    Openingstijden: City zone: 24/7. Hours vary by business

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    Unique local shops on Shennong Street

    Unique local shops on Shennong Street
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    Shennong Street, formerly known as Beishi Street, is one of the best-preserved old streets in Tainan. During the Qing dynasty it was a bustling high street, but eventually fell into decay. However, it has now been re-imagined as a popular cultural and creative hangout thanks to the renovation of many of the old houses and the presence of a large number of artists, attracting lots of visitors, who come here to check in and take pictures. Renovated with modern and artistic flair, these quaint old houses have brought a huge amount of attention to Shennong Street.

    You'll find this a place full of creativity and local charm. Every hotel, coffee shop and grocery shop has its own unique sign and decoration and there's a wide variety of handmade products on offer. Shennong Street's nostalgic vibe attracts many couples. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely stroll, have a cup of coffee and spend a romantic evening together.

    Locatie: Shennong Street, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700014

    Openingstijden: 24/7

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    Have coffee at a retro cafe on Zhengxing Street

    Have coffee at a retro cafe on Zhengxing Street
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    Zhengxing Street has become a popular tourist and food destination in Tainan, attracting large numbers of visitors with its many distinctive shops. When visiting Tainan, a city with a strong cultural and historical heritage, be sure to head to one of its retro cafes for a coffee, see some attractions, take a leisurely stroll and explore Tainan's customs.

    Most cafe owners have chosen to retain the original character of the old buildings while infusing their own personal style into the interior design. As you enter the blue door of the oldest cafe here, you'll be greeted by a warm and cosy atmosphere featuring a lot of wood furniture and furnishings along with red brick. Some of the other cafes have a retro decor dominated by metal. So, choose your favourite, sit back and enjoy a coffee in the relaxing atmosphere, and spend some quality time with your partner.

    Locatie: Zhengxing Street, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan

    Openingstijden: Hours vary by business

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    Check in at Tainan National Immigration Agency

    Check in at Tainan National Immigration Agency
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    The Immigration Agency is located on Fuqian Road, West Central District, Tainan. This European palace-style structure features Greek architectural elements and detailed carvings. Standing at the top of building is Apollo wearing a laurel wreath. To many visitors' surprise, this charming and exotic building is actually a public institution, housing the Tainan City First Service Center of the National Immigration Agency. Formerly a restaurant, the agency is now a popular spot for checking in on social media and taking wedding photos.

    Nearby, make sure to look out for the art installations and the large love cut-out for some more photos to remember your perfect romantic day out. So, dress to impress, get out and enjoy the architecture and atmosphere, and make wonderful memories.

    Locatie: No. 370, Sec. 2, Fuqian Rd., West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700025

    Openingstijden: Outdoor space: 24/7

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    Bathe in Guanziling Hot Springs

    Bathe in Guanziling Hot Springs
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    Guanziling sits on Pillow Mountain in the northeastern suburb of Baihe District, Tainan. It was a hot spring town popular with Japanese soldiers during the Qing dynasty, and wounded soldiers were often sent here to recuperate. Japanese tourists still love to come here to bathe. Guanziling Hot Spring is the only natural mud spring in Taiwan. Rich in radium, this type of black mud spring is rarely seen in other parts of the world. So, if you're into health and beauty, make the most of this unique opportunity.

    Guanziling Hot Spring attracts many hot spring enthusiasts throughout the year. In winter, it's many people's top choice for bathing. If you're here with that special someone, it's a great way to kick off your trip before you continue to explore the best things this place has to offer.

    Locatie: Guanling Village, Baihe District, Tainan City, Taiwan

    Openingstijden: Hours vary by business

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    Play dress-up in Guantian

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    In Guantian, there's a Chinese medicine tourism factory operated by a GMP-certified Chinese medicine manufacturer. Here, you'll see exhibits illustrating the history of Chinese medicine and the stories of Chinese doctors such as Hua Tuo and Li Shizhen, as well as an antique pharmacy. What's more, there are all kinds of costumes for visitors to try on. You'll see many couples here picking ancient costumes for each other before posing for photos.

    In addition to this unique experience, there's an area for drawing fortune sticks, or you can take part in a craft activity to make your own scented bath sachets. So, if you're visiting the quaint city of Tainan, this is a great opportunity to experience history in a fun and interactive way.

    Locatie: Guantian District, Tainan City, Taiwan

    Openingstijden: Hours vary by business