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Taiwan Facts and Culture

What is Taiwan famous for?

  • Family: The Taiwanese concept of family includes children, parents, extended family, elders and ancestors. Taiwanese often live in small and crowded... More
  • Fashion: Western-Style clothing is common. A suit is the most appropriate attire for conducting business in Taiwan. In less formal situations,... More
  • Visiting: First impressions are very important when dealing with Chinese people and a great deal of emphasis is placed upon the... More

Taiwan Facts

Capital Taipei
Government Type semi-presidential republic
Currency TWD
Population 23,603,049
Total Area 13,892 Square Miles
35,980 Square Kilometers
Location Eastern Asia, islands bordering the East China Sea, Philippine Sea, South China Sea, and Taiwan Strait, north of the Philippines, off the southeastern coast of China
Language Chinese: Mandarin (official), Taiwanese (Min), Hakka dialects
GDP - real growth rate 2.2%

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