Going to Danshui (淡水)

Yesterday, Sunday, was a very nice day. I decided to go up to Danshui (淡水) with my girlfriend and friends. After having brunch in the Shida night market, we headed to Danshui on the MRT. 45 minutes later, we arrived. Sun shining, we stepped out of the station and joined the crowds already bustling about. On nice days, everybody has the same idea: go outdoors. We sat on the steps near the edge of the water (or where the water would usually be). It was low-tide so all the debris, usually underwater, was revealed. We watched as crabs dug their homes in the mud and the birds catching small fish.
We then decided to stroll down the boardwalk. What a mess! So many people walking into each other! Thankfully most are in a good mood so there are no problems. Danshui is a popular place for trying Taiwanese snacks, so we had to try some. Along the walk, we ate some fried fishballs, grilled lamb skewers, tall ice cream, and small fried eggs ( I think they're quail eggs). I also played a game where I shoot balloons with a gun. With my superb aim, I was able to win a batman piggy bank.
We spent several hours there, milling around, stopping when we saw something interesting. Going to Danshui, however, is always tiring. So we left and headed back home. It was a nice Sunday afternoon spent with good people.