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| About Taiwan |
| Area : |
36,000 square kilometers |
| Population: |
23 million |
| Capital : |
Taipei City |
| Language : |
Mandarin/Taiwanese/Hakka/Indigenous Languages |
| Religion : |
Buddhism/Taoism/Christianity/Islam |
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| Taiwan – is one of the most attractive destinations with diverse cultures and a beautiful fascinating landscape, which prompted the Portuguese discoverers to name it Formosa (Beautiful Island). Taiwan lies on the western edge of the Pacific "rim of fire," and continues with tectonic movements which have created majestic peaks, rolling hills and plains, basins, coastlines, and other wonders. Taiwan sees climates of many types: tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate, providing a clear differentiation between the seasons. The country is home to numerous diverse creatures; among these are the land-locked salmon, Taiwan mountain goat, Formosan rock monkey, Formosan black bear, blue magpie, Mikado pheasant, Hsuehshan grass lizard, and many others. The island also offers a variety of cultures, breathtaking forested mountains, and historical temples of both Chinese and Japanese heritage mixing with high-rises in cities; it is place truly full of surprises. |
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The Culture
The cultural aspects should not to be missed, with the
blending of Hakka, Taiwanese, and mainland Chinese
peoples producing a rich plethora of cultural and social
color. Whether it is religion, architecture, language,
living habits, or food, it's just one big exciting
melting pot! Food is the best representative of this
cultural mixing and matching. Taiwan's diverse
topography and culture, together with its vibrant
commercial environment, make it a choice destination
both for travelers and business visitors. For most of
the world, Taiwan is known for its manufactured goods
and economic achievements. However, there is a lot more
to discover. Located centrally in Asia, Taiwan also
makes a great starting point for further travels in East
Asia. |
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| The Weather
Taiwan enjoys warm weather all year round. The strongest fluctuations in weather conditions are during spring and winter, while during summer and autumn the weather is relatively stable. Taiwan is extremely suitable for traveling, as the annual average temperature is a comfortable 22 degrees Celsius with lowest temperatures ranging from 12 to 17 degrees Celsius (54-63 Fahrenheit). When visiting Taiwan during this period, remember to carry an umbrella at all times; because although it might seem romantic to have a stroll in the rain, it is no fun to travel when you're soaking wet. During the summer (June to August) typhoons sometimes reach the island. |
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| During autumn (September to October) you can wholeheartedly enjoy the cool and soothing weather, while Taiwan's relatively warm and short winter (November to February) is the time for you to admire the beautifully colored maple trees. In short, Taiwan, where it always seems to be spring, is your perfect travel destination! |
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| Taipei - One of Asia's most exciting cities
Taipei is changing and becoming increasingly tourist-friendly with new attractions recently opened and more planned for the future. Our visitors tell us that they enjoy the convenience of the MRT, which is easy for foreigners to use and matches the standards of similar systems in Tokyo and European cities, and also worth mentioning is the availability of WiFi connections almost everywhere in the city. |
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| Taiwan's largest city is famous for its bustling business centers and vibrant nightlife. It is also the home of the National Palace Museum, the world's most extensive museum of Asian arts and antiques. The city is also reinventing itself, undergoing major urban renovations over the last ten years building the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system and new thoroughfares, making it ideal for visitors. It is emerging as one of the Orient's most convenient and attractive cities, which cannot be missed. |
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| For more travel information about Taipei, please visit Taipei City Government; for travel information on Taiwan, please visit the Tourism Bureau. |
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