> Can anyone recommend some teahouses or areas? I was thinking of going
> to Maokong and taking the new gondola. Tieguanyin is grown there. I
> have also heard of Wisteria Tea House. Any other recommendations? I'm
> looking for tea as well as nicer quality guiwans and maybe an yixing
> pot (I already have too many!). I will also be in Kaohsiung but I've
> never found much there in the way of good teashops.
I would highly recommend a jaunt to Chiufen which is a lovely village on
the coast, not too far from Taipei, and is situated on a mountainside
facing the ocean. Tons of teahouses (and a wee bit touristy I have to
admit), and tremendous views. One of my favorite places to sip tea in an
incredible atmosphere, I wish I were there now....
