Neon Lights & Endless Energy: Exploring Ximending Walking District
by Bryxwong
Feb 10, 2025
#TaiwanTravel
🌈 Ximending Rainbow Crosswalk – Take cool photos, walk cool at the Pride landmark in the middle of Taipei
If you come to visit Taipei and walk around Ximending, don't forget to stop by to take photos with a small landmark but with a big meaning, the Rainbow Crosswalk, which is not just an ordinary walkway, but a symbol of diversity, equality and individuality. 💖
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🏳️🌈 A very popular photo spot
This rainbow crosswalk is located in front of the Red House (西門紅樓), a gathering place for the LGBTQ+ community and indie artists. It is a corner where many people stop to take photos and check in. Because it is brightly colored and known throughout Taiwan as an important “Pride support spot”
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📸 Must-see photo spots
• Take a full photo with the 6 rainbow stripes
• Diagonal view with the Red House building as a background
• Taking photos while people are crossing the street will give you a cool Street Life feel
• It is recommended to go in the morning or late afternoon when the light is beautiful and there are not many people
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🧃 Continue walking and eating
After taking photos, don't forget to walk around the Ximending area, which is full of famous milk tea shops, trendy fashion shops, and authentic Taiwanese street food. This corner is a place for art lovers, shoppers, and foodies to get everything in one place!
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🚇 How to get there?
• Take the MRT Blue Line and get off at Ximen Station (Exit 6).
• Walk for about 1 minute and you will see the rainbow crosswalk in front of the Red House.
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⏰ When to take photos
• All day long, but if you want an open photo with fewer people, it is recommended to go in the morning.
• At night, there are beautiful lights in another way. Especially on Saturdays and Sundays, the atmosphere is lively.
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✅ Summary like a friend inviting you to travel
• Small spot but big encouragement
• Take beautiful and meaningful photos
• Located in the hippest area in Taipei
• Easy to travel, near the MRT
• Suitable for everyone who wants to celebrate diversity 🌈
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If you come to Taipei and want beautiful photos to send positive energy, stop by Rainbow Crosswalk near Ximending! Then you will know that the rainbow on this small street is warmer than you think. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
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