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Northbound traffic can expect heavy congestion between Feb. 11 and Feb. 14, peaking on Feb. 13. To encourage south and northbound traffic to get on the road early, all tolls will be waived between midnight and 5 a.m. beginning Thursday until Feb. 14. A full list of traffic control measures over the Lunar New Year holiday period. TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Heavy traffic is anticipated on Taiwan’s major highways as the nine-day Lunar New Year holiday kicks off Saturday, the Freeway Bureau said. Highway traffic volume is projected to reach 106 million vehicle kilometers, 1.2 times the annual average daily volume of 92 million vehicle kilometers. Northbound traffic would be heaviest between the third and fifth days of Lunar New Year, peaking on the fourth day with an estimated 76 mvk, 1.6 times more than average, he said. The heaviest traffic day in total is expected to be the third day, with the bureau estimating 139 mvk, 1.5 times a usual day’s throughput and close to historic highs INSURRECTION: The NSB said it found evidence the CCP was seeking snipers in Taiwan to target members of the military and foreign organizations in the event of an invasion The number of Chinese spies prosecuted in Taiwan has grown threefold over a four-year period, the National Security Bureau (NSB) said in a report released yesterday. In 2021 From 3pm on New Year’s Eve to 6am on Jan. 1, people with large items are banned from accessing the MRT, the company said. Meanwhile, the Highway Bureau on Wednesday said that travel on the 88 intercity bus routes across Taiwan would be cheaper during the Dec. 30 to Jan. 1 New Year’s Day holiday in anticipation of heavy traffic. Taipei, Jan. 28 (CNA) A "normal" volume of traffic is expected on Taiwan's roads on Tuesday, which is Lunar New Year's Eve, according to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC). TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Highway Bureau (公路局) anticipates heavy traffic on the Suhua Highway during the nine-day Lunar New Year holiday, from Jan. 25 to Feb. 2. Officials estimate traffic will peak on Feb. 2 with approximately 22,000 vehicles heading north. TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Freeway Bureau (高公局) on Wednesday (Jan. 8) announced potential traffic congestion on National Freeway No. 5 during the Lunar New Year holiday. Officials predict that traffic heading north on the third and fourth days of the holiday may continue until 3 a.m. the following day. TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan's Highway Bureau (公路局) issued travel advisories on Friday (Jan. 17) for popular tourist destinations such as Hehuanshan (合歡山), Sun Moon Lake (日月潭), and Zhushan Zinan Temple (竹山紫南宮), anticipating a surge in visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday. TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The 10-day Lunar New Year holiday has encouraged many families to undertake travel, leading to more congestion and accidents on national highways. Today, the second day of the Lunar New Year (Jan.23), is traditionally a time when many return to the “bride’s home.” Chinese New Year 2024 Holiday Dates. In 2025, Chinese New Year Day is on Wednesday, January 29. Everyone will be off work from Saturday January 25 to Sunday, February 2, which is nine days off. This year is a little interesting in that people will have several days off before the actual LNY date. These holiday patterns, still followed closely by most Taiwanese, often determine traffic patterns and traffic jams on the highways around Taiwan over the holidays. Chinese New Year originates from the legend of "Nian", a ferocious monster who attacked people every New Year's Eve. 2025 Taiwan Lunar New Year dates / Taipei Lunar. Lunar New Year in 2025 in Taiwan and Taipei falls on the 29 January 2025. Most Taiwanese and local people will be off the whole week from 25 January to 2 February 2025 and many escape the cities or leave home to celebrate with their families. Top Destinations to Experience Chinese New Year in Taiwan Taipei. Taipei, the capital city, is a hub of activity during the Chinese New Year. Visit the Longshan Temple to witness traditional rituals and enjoy the festive atmosphere at the Dihua Street Market, where you can shop for New Year goodies and souvenirs. Blizzards and freezing rain have brought massive disruption to China’s peak Lunar New Year travel rush, leaving drivers stuck in cars on icy highways and passengers struggling to rebook canceled TAIPEI (Taiwan News) —With New Year's Eve falling on Saturday (Dec. 31), more revelers are expected to be attracted to Taipei 101’s fireworks celebration. In preparation, Taipei MRT is preparing to accommodate some two million passengers, putting staff and stations to the test. The Spring Festival is a time for family reunions and festivities. Many travelers from across the world also travel to Taiwan to celebrate Chinese New Year. Atmosphere. Taiwan has a very unique atmosphere during the Spring Festival. Since most of the Taiwanese population is Chinese, many of the shops in Taiwan close during the Spring Festival. Scene of the 2009 Chunyun period inside Beijing West railway station, China. Chunyun (traditional Chinese: 春運; simplified Chinese: 春运; pinyin: Chūnyùn; literally translated as “Spring transportation”), also referred to as the Spring Festival travel rush or the Chunyun period, is a period of travel in China with extremely high traffic load around the time of the Chinese New Year. Chinese New Year eve falls on Jan 28, 2025. Help them celebrate this grandest festival in Chinese culture with our stunning CNY-themed gift and gift basket which is sure to impress. Items 1 to 15 of 40 total I was in Taipei during CNY this year. Many shops & restaurants were closed during the first two days, but from the 3rd day onwards most things were open.
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