Hot humid air fills the lungs of dozens of people as they step out from subway stations. Where there are no crowds or people, there are motorcycles, cars, tour buses, and taxis packing the streets. The loud honking of cars, and screeching of tires may all seem chaotic to a foreigner, however to someone who has lived in these busy streets their whole life this is home. Scents of all sorts float through the air attracting those with an empty stomach, and also those who have just eaten.

People walking through the loud streets pass by stores, who are each blasting their own music. As shoppers walk past each store a rush of cold air is blown towards them, drying up the sweat that is constantly trickling down their cheeks. With a clear blue sky and no hint of a breeze, shopping gradually becomes more difficult. Many adults end up plodding along to reach a comfortable spot where they can rest. However, the young teenagers continue working their way until they reach the end of the street.

In the midst of the crowded streets, there are street vendors selling their delicious foods. The aroma of each cart attracts many people. These carts have a variety of specialties that are loved by all. On every corner, there is a store very similar to 7-11, if not one. In these stores, there are infinite amounts of drinks you can buy. Also, piled on the shelves are instant noodles, chips, candy and anything one can imagine.

Schoolmates walk around in their plain, blue and white uniforms while gazing at all the foreigners, laughing as they get tricked into paying higher prices. And once the day has turned to dusk, the dangerous yet thrilling streets of Taipei are the places to be. The subways are once again flooded with crowds of people. But instead of going home, their adventure continues to another part of town. And the luminous lights, loud laughter, and the scent of mouth-watering foods continue to fill the air.