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Taiwan's
total land area is only about 36,000 square kilometers;
it is shaped like a tobacco leaf that is narrow at both
ends. It lies off the southeastern coast of mainland
Asia, across the Taiwan Straits from Mainland China-- a
solitary island on the western edge of the Pacific
Ocean. To the north lies Japan and Okinawa, to the south
is the Philippines. Many airlines fly to Taiwan, helping
make it the perfect travel destination.
(from Tourism Bureau,
Republic of China) |
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As
the current capital of the Republic of China, Taipei
is a vibrant blend of traditional culture and
cosmopolitan life. Taipei is the political,
economic, educational and recreational center of the
country, offering an array of significant cultural
sights.
The city is situated in a basin in northern Taiwan
that was originally inhabited by aboriginal peoples,
until settlers from China moved into the area about
300 years ago. The first permanent settlements were
in the present-day districts of Wanhua and Datong,
in western Taipei. These areas still retain many of
their old customs, as visitors can readily see in
the architecture, sculptures, and ceremonial
activities that take place in the old streets and
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A
more recent cultural focal point in the city is the
National Palace Museum, which houses hundreds of
thousands of Chinese antiques and art works. The museum
is located in the north of the city and is a must-see
for lovers of ancient Chinese culture.
Eastern Taipei was largely underused fields until the
1970s, when the city began to develop the area as a
financial and commercial district. Here, the modern face
of Taipei shines through, with its glass and steel
skyscrapers, wide boulevards and the World Trade Center.
Taipei also boasts dozens of world-class performance
venues, where you can enjoy world-class theater and
concert events. The city also offers a wide range of
other diversions -- shopping malls, nightclubs,
live-music bars, quality hotels and exotic restaurants.
With the wealth of interesting and fun activities
available in Taipei, and its warm hospitality, visitors
are certain to have an unforgettable experience in this
remarkable city. (from Taipei City
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Taipei City Government
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Taipei Travel Net
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National Palace Museum
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Taipei Zoo
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