Chinese Dragons

Chinese dragons are a symbol of power, strength and good fortune and are often considered yang; the phoenix, often seen with the dragon, is considered yin.  Dragons were long seen as the symbol of the emperors of China, with royal palaces, pottery, clothing, etc. often bearing dragon symbols.  In Tainan, some of the temple rooftops have particularly elaborate dragons that are quite amazing to see.

Pet Birds in Taiwan

People in Hong Kong are known for showing their pet birds.  However, it turns out a lot of shops in Tainan have pet birds as well.  This one was particularly beautiful.  However, after Googling longer than I care to admit, I came up empty on an ID.  I would probably do better if I simply walked into one of the local pet shops (although my Chinese language skills are sorely lacking).

Tainan, Taiwan

View of Tainan, Taiwan, from the 31st floor.  You can see that the city is quite large, as it stretches off into the horizon.  The day started off cold and foggy in Taipei but, as we reached Tainan, the weather became warm, humid, and sunny.