Taiwan

Taipei

Taipei is the capital of Taiwan, officially known as Republic of China. The city is located in the north of the island between Yangming and Central Mountains and reflects a vibrant blend of Chinese, Japanese and Westerns influence. Taipei possesses towering skyscrapers, including the iconic Taipei 101, and bustling night markets offering tantalizing street food and local crafts. The historic Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Longshan Temple provide insights into the country's rich heritage, while the Beitou hot springs offer relaxation amid lush surroundings. Taipei's efficient public transportation system makes exploring easy, and the city's arts scene flourishes with galleries, theaters, and cultural festivals. The city is also a good starting point for day trips to old mining towns and national parks of Northern Taiwan. With its harmonious fusion of ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology, Taipei promises an engaging and multifaceted travel adventure in the heart of Taiwan.

Hualien

Hualien County is on the east-coast of Taiwan. : P70 : P8

Keelung

Keelung, also spelled Chilung (基隆; Jīlóng ), is a port city in the north of Taiwan, near the capital, Taipei.

Taitung

Taitung County is on the east coast of Taiwan.

Hsinchu

Hsinchu (新竹; Xīnzhú ) is a city in the north-western part of Taiwan.

Chiayi

Chiayi County (嘉義縣) a southwestern region of Taiwan surrounding but not including Chiayi City.

Kaohsiung City

Kaohsiung (高雄; Ko-hiông in Taiwanese, Gāoxióng in Mandarin), with almost 2.8 million inhabitants in 2019, is the third most populated city in Taiwan after New Taipei and Taichung. It in the south of the island on the west coast. Kaohsiung is known for its harbor, although more for commercial than tourism reasons. Hence it is also known as the Harbor Capital (港都) of Taiwan. Its year-round fine weather and the low cost of living makes Kaohsiung the place to visit.

Pingtung

Pingtung County (屏東縣) is southernmost region of Taiwan reaching down to its extreme southern tip.

Miaoli

Miaoli County (苗栗縣) is in the central region of Taiwan.