Taiwan Travel Guide — Visas, Climate & Attractions

Taiwan Travel GuideA compact island of neon-lit cities, misty mountain railways, marble gorges, and night market feasts at every turn.Key Facts

Capital: Taipei

Currency: TWD (New Taiwan Dollar)

Language: Mandarin/Taiwanese

Time Zone: UTC+8

Top Places to Visit

Taipei 101 — Once the world's tallest building, with observation decks, luxury mall, and a signature city skyline silhouette.

Taroko Gorge — A dramatic river-carved gorge with hiking trails, suspension bridges, and towering cliff faces.

Sun Moon Lake — A serene alpine lake surrounded by cycling paths, temples, and indigenous Thao culture.

Jiufen — A former gold-mining town of narrow lantern-lit alleyways, teahouses, and sweeping coastal views.

Alishan — Famous for its narrow-gauge mountain railway, ancient cypress trees, and spectacular sunrise above the clouds.

Local Food

Beef Noodle Soup — Rich braised broth with tender beef chunks and springy noodles, found in dedicated shops across every city.

Bubble Tea — Born in Taiwan, boba milk tea is available in endless variations from chains and local teahouses alike.

Xiaolongbao — Delicate soup dumplings with thin skin and savory broth inside, perfected at Taipei's legendary Din Tai Fung.

Stinky Tofu — Fermented tofu that is deep-fried or braised, pungent in aroma but beloved for its crispy texture and tangy sauce.