Taipei Information

Travel and Local Information Guide

Taipei is the largest metropolis and the capital of Taiwan, sometimes referred to as the Republic of China. Taipei literally means ‘Northern Taiwan City’ and is situated between two valleys named Keelung and Xinidian. It is home to approximately 2,607,428 people. Keelung city, Taipei City and Taipei when combined together form the Taipei Metropolitan Area which has a population of 6,776,264.

Taipei is the cultural, political and economic heart of Taiwan. The National Taiwan University is also situated in Taipei and the National Palace Museum boasts exquisite Chinese art crafts. Taipei has two airports named Taiwan Taoyuan and Taipei Songshan. In 1866 during the time of the Qing Dynasty the government made Taipei the capital of Taiwan. Given below are must-visits in the city. Also given below is general information that visitors might deem handy while on a trip to Taipei.

Climate

Taipei has four seasons. The summers are very hot and humid and are followed by typhoons and rainstorms in autumn. Winters are short and not troublesome. Taiwan is situated near the Pacific is prone to the Pacific Typhoon Season which occurs from June to October.

Festivals of Taipei

Taipei is known for its different festivals celebrated in unique style. When the Lantern Festival is celebrated the view is astounding as many colourful lanterns take the shape of big pumpkins in the sky. Festive celebrations take place at various landmarks such as the Taipei 101, Memorial Square and Zhongshan Hall. The Double Ten Day is celebrated on the premises of the Presidential building. The Dragon Boat festival, Ghost Festival, Tomb Sweeping day and the mid-autumn festival are other annual festivals of Taipei.

Many movies are made in Taipei. Some of them have been Eat, Pray and Love, One and Two, A Confucian Confusion, The Brighter Summer Day and The Taipei Story.

Food

Taipei is renowned for its culinary arts. Not only do its restaurants serve Chinese food but they also have a delicious variety of dishes from Japanese, Korean, Thai and Italian Cuisines. The Shilin Market is famous for its classic and lip-smacking street eateries which provide Oyster omelettes, tianbula, stinky tofu, mango ice, pan-fried pork buns, Taiwanese sausage, braised soy beans and tea. Read More...

Shopping in Taipei

Taipei is famous for its Night Markets. One of the most popular night markets of Taipei is Shilin Night Market in Shilin District. This market opens in the evening and by late evening it is completely crowded. Even well after midnight you will find the place popping. Shilin Night Market is famous for garment shops and good food. Ximending is another night market and has been popular since 1930. The Xinyi district is noted for its shopping complexes and these days it’s popular among teenagers for its pubs and discothèques. Read More...

Transport Facilities

Taipei’s public transport is well connected, with a good bus system, metro and two airports. The Taipei Metro is commonly known as the MRT. The Taiwan high-speed rail system was inaugurated in 2007.

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