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Taiwan Geography FAQ 臺灣地理常見問題

12/28/2017

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Foreword: Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of questions. This is meant to only give a basic overview of Taiwan's geography to those who have never been there.

How many seasons does Taiwan have?

Four. They are most pronounced up north and lees distinguishable in the south.
 
Is Taiwan in Asia?
Yes. In fact, Taiwan is the heart of Asia!
 
Where is Taiwan on a map?
Taiwan is in the heart of Asia! 
Why is Taiwan the heart of Asia?
From a purely geographical perspective, Taiwan lies in a central location in East Asia, between China, Kong Kong, Macau, Japan, Korea, and is also close to the Philipines, and other southeat Asian countries, making it a prime spot for an Asian hub.
Taiwan also is highly influenced culturally by other East Asian nations, such as China, Japan, and Korea.

When does Taiwan change time?
It does not. There is no daylight savings time in Taiwan as of now.
 
What is the capital of Taiwan?
Taipei.
 
What time Zone is Taiwan in?
China Standard Time (CST) or UTC+08:00.
 
What time is it in Taipei?
Check this link.
 
What year does Taiwan use?
The official years are counted from the founding of the government of Taiwan, the Republic of China (ROC). For 2018, this will be year 107, 107 years from the start of the ROC in 1911. However, the western calendar is used for almost all non-government dates and is acceptable.
 
How do you write the date in Taiwan?

Year, month, day. Use the ROC year if you are writing a government form or document.

What is the population of Taipei?
2,704,974 as of 2016.
 
Why does Taiwan have a high population density?
Taiwan has a population of more than 23 million people, while the flat land in Taiwan only accounts for 1/3 of the island mainly on the west side, meaning that most people live in cities on the west coast. This means that Taiwan’s cities are very densely populated.

Why does Taiwan have the lowest birth rate?
Taiwan has had the lowest birth rate, and one of the lowest birth rates every year due to a number of factors, one being high cost of raising a child vs. low average incomes. Many couples in Taiwan both work, so raising a child means extra fees like nannies, daycare, and cram school. Also, there is cultural pressure for couples to be financially stable before they get married, such as owning a house, which put the age for marriage and childbearing later and later.
 
Why does Taiwan have the lowest poverty rate?
This is due mainly to the Taiwan government’s social welfare and subsidies for low income families. For more information, click here.
 
How Many Islands does Taiwan have?
45! We counted. But there are many other offshore rocks, as well as disputed territory claimed by the ROC but controlled by other countries. If you don' count the islands in the South China Sea, Taiwan only has only 41 islands. If you don't count Matsu, Kinmen, and the South China Sea, then Taiwan only has 23 islands.  For more information, click here.

How many cities does Taiwan have?
23. For a full list of cities, click here.
 
What is the highest point in Taiwan?
The highest mountain in Taiwan is Mt. Jade or Yushan (玉山), which is 3952 meters high (12,966 feet), making Taiwan the 4th highest island in the world and highest point in East Asia. Click here for our blog of our summit of this mountain.

Are there elephants in Taiwan?
Not in the wild, just at the zoo.
 
Are there monkeys in Taiwan?
Yes. The only monkeys native to Taiwan are the Formosan Rock Macaque. You can find them in most mountainous areas in Taiwan, but please do not feed them for your safety as well as for the monkey’s well being.
 
Are there tigers in Taiwan?
Not in the wild, just at the zoo. The Formosan clouded leopard is also believed to be extinct.
 
Are there sharks in Taiwan?
Yes. But in the past 118 years, there has only been 6 shark attacks, and only 2 of those were fatal, so you should feel safe from sharks when your are swimming and surfing at the beach.
However, there are still other dangers at the beach, such as sharp rocks, rip tides, and bad weather.
 
Are there pandas in Taiwan?
Not in the wild, just at the zoo.
 
Are there crocodiles in Taiwan?
Not in the wild, just at the zoo. Click here to see saltwater crocodile distribution.

Are there beaches in Taiwan?
Yes. Taiwan has 1,239.5756 km (770.2366 mi) of coastline and countless beaches. Click here for the best beaches in New Taipei.

Are there volcanoes in Taiwan?
Yes. There are 9 volcanoes in Taiwan.
 
Are volcanoes in Taiwan dangerous?
There is a very very small chance that they are dangerous. The Tatun volcano group which lay 15km northwest of Taipei are active, although the chance of an eruption any time soon is very low.
 
Are there Typhoons in Taiwan?
Yes.
 
When is Typhoon Season in Taiwan?
Typhoon Season is roughly from July to October.
 
Are Typhoons in Taiwan dangerous?
No. Usually casualties come from people being outside or from rock slides and flooding. Most all buildings in Taiwan are Typhoon-proof, so as long as you stay indoors during a typhoon you should be safe.
 
Where was the earthquake in Taiwan?
The 921 earthquake was centered in Jiji,  Nantou on September 21st, 1999, killing 2,415 people. It was the worst earthquake in Taiwan in recent history. For more recent earthquakes, check here.

Why does Taiwan have earthquakes?
This is because of collisions between the Eurasian plate and the Philippian Sea Plate. Taiwan also lies on the Pacific ring of fire. For more information, click here.
 
How often does Taiwan have earthquakes?
Daily. However, major earthquakes are rare. For more recent earthquakes, check here.

What is the weather like in Taiwan?
Please see our Taiwan weather FAQ here.
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What is New Taipei City?
New Taipei city is the area surrounding Taipei city, and was formerly known as Taipei county.
 
Where is Taipei on a Map?
Taipei City is located in northern Taiwan, laying in the middle of the Taipei Basin surrounded by New Taipei City. Please refer to the map below:
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​Where is New Taipei City?

New Taipei City (formerly Taipei County), is located in northern Taiwan, surrounding Taipei City. Please refer to the map below:
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​Where is Yilan in Taiwan?

Yilan lies on the Northeast Coast of Taiwan. Please refer to the map below:
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​Where is Alishan in Taiwan?
Alishan lies in the mountains of South-Central Taiwan. The quickest way to get there is through Chiayi City.

​Where is Jiufen in Taiwan?
Jiufen is a city that sits on a hill in northern New Taipei City. It can be reached by bus from Taipei.

​Where is Hualien in Taiwan?
Hualien lies on Taiwan’s east central coast. It is the gateway to Taroko national park.

​Where is Kenting in Taiwan?
Kenting lies on the southern tip of Taiwan. It has some of the warmest weather and best beaches in Taiwan.

Where is Jade Mountain (Yushan) in Taiwan?
​Jade Mountain lies in the mountains of South-Central Taiwan. The only way to get there is by bus or by your own vehicle. Click here for our blog of our summit of this mountain. Please refer to the map below:

​Have any more questions about the geography of Taiwan? Please leave them in the comments below, and we might just add them to the list!

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    We are US Expats that have extensive experience living, working, and travelling in Taiwan. In our day, we had to learn many things about Taiwan the hard way. But we have come to learn that Taiwan is one of the best places in the world for Foreigners to live. ​Our blog does not represent the opinions of every foreigner in Taiwan. We are just trying to help others learn more about this beautiful country.

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