Lin An Tai House

Taipei is a major metropolis, but tucked in the heart of its skyscrapers is a Chinese Era home built by wealthy traders nearly 200 years ago.

The Lin Tai house blends beauty and function. It’s pond, for the instance, was used for defense, raising fish, firefighting, water supply, and even to help moderate the temperature.

My favorite part was the “artificial hill” area with its winding stone paths. I bet the Lin family children enjoyed playing there.Read more