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Expand Your Global Horizons: Travel To Taiwan

A gem in the China Seas, Taiwan embodies aTemples and Memorial Arches define this city
unique entangling of ancient and modern, Eastwhere the Ching Dynasty once prayed to the
and West. From the bustling commercial centerGod  of  War.
of the capital city, Taipei, to the cascading
volcanic mountains of Yushan National Park,The Taiwan Terrain: Recreation and Ecotourism
Taiwan offers the world traveler an unmatched
experience. It is no coincidence thatExploration of the thriving urban centers is
Portuguese explorers named this island 'Ilhaonly one of many ways to get in touch with
Formosa',  or  the  beautiful  island.Taiwan. The rugged topography of Taiwan is
adorned with magnificent peaks, lush valleys
To Travel to Taiwan is to Understandand dramatic waterfalls. Yushan National Park
Diversityis home to the island's tallest peak, Jade
Mountain, which towers at 2,610 meters. Hike
Officially known as the Republic of Chinato the summit and take the more technical
(R.O.C.), Taiwan should not be confused withroute down or simply enjoy the breathtaking
the People's Republic of China, which refersview from the Tatachia Visitor Center,
to mainland China. Within the past 200 yearsaccessible directly from the new Central
the island has been ruled by the Dutch,Cross-Island Highway. From Jade Mountain,
become part of Japan, has been "returned" todescend deep into Taroko Gorge on Taiwan's
China and is currently striving to become anrocky and secluded east coast. This
internationally recognized sovereign nation.12-mile-long canyon is home to the natural
Taiwan's tumultuous and fascinating historyopen-air Wenshan hot springs and the Atayal
of the Aboriginal, Taiwanese and Chinesepeople, one of Taiwan's remaining aboriginal
people is revealed through the many culturaltribes. The rocky cliffs at the canyon's end
festivals held throughout the year. Travel toare a starting point for those who wish to
the island in February for the Taiwan Lanterntravel farther into Taiwan's history. The
Festival or in June to watch the world-famoussurrounding Pacific Ocean is sprinkled with
Dragon Boat Races during the Dragon Boatbeautiful green islands that have unique
Festival.native histories and are mostly accessible by
plane or ferry. Most of the pristine and
One of Taiwan's most prominent culturaldramatic destinations are protected by
symbols is Taipei 101, the world's tallestTaiwan's National Park Department, which
building, measuring 508 meters and 101offers an array of lodging and guiding
floors. Finished in 2003, the tower signifiesservices and has proven to be a
Taiwan's substantial economic growth from thewell-organized resource for the outdoor
periphery of the global economy to become onesightseer.
of the four Asian Tigers, as well as the
government's dedication to a democraticFrom the island's tallest building to its
society separate from that of China. Tainan,tallest peak, Taiwan has something
the oldest and fourth largest city on theexceptional to offer every kind traveler.
island, offers a more authentic and lessTravel Taiwan's thriving society and come
commercialized window into Taiwanese culture.face-to-face with an Asian Tiger.



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