October is the month to celebrate the achievement of supporting LGBT rights, and also the month that Asia’s biggest pride parade is held—Taiwan LGBT Pride. As the only country to legalize same-sex marriage, and also a pioneer in advocating LGBT rights in Asia, Taiwan has been keen on promoting LGBT tourism; the capital city—Taipei, is considered the most gay friendly city in Asia, where you can find gay bar, nightclubs, queer lifestyle stores, etc in the streets.
On this tour, you will explore the significant places along the path to the milestone in Taiwan’s LGBT rights movement, including the Rainbow Starting Line, National Taiwan University, Gin Gin Store, 228 Peace Memorial Park, Ketagalan Boulevard, the Red House and Rainbow Six in Ximending.
Additionally, you will visit “Rabbit God Temple”, the only temple dedicated to Rabbit God, the deity who manages marriage and relationship for homosexual people.
Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment.. Not recommended for travelers with physical disabilities.
Please meet your tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07) at Exit 2. Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS).