A gem in the China Seas, Taiwan embodies an exclusive entangling of primeval and advanced, East and West. From the busy commercial pivot of the capital city, Taipei, to the cascading volcanic mountains of Yushan National Park, Taiwan offers the world trekker a supreme experience.

Taiwan is also known as Treasure Island for its beautiful scenery and landscapes. The island is a popular destination for tourists who want to enjoy its grand mountains, theme parks, beaches, and cultural offerings. Enjoy its friendly people, fine weather, excellent tourist facilities, and convenient transportation.

Transportation in Taiwan

Taiwan has all possible transport available for your convenience. Inland system of railroads includes four branch-lines: Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western. It is necessary to note that internal airlines are a popular kind of transport in Taiwan. There is an active air service between large cities in Taiwan. Flights are as popular as tours on buses. The underground is the most convenient type of transport. There are six lines of the underground in Taiwan. Motor-cycles and bicycles are also very popular kind of transport in Taiwan. Taipei is Taiwan's chief transportation center. The main domestic airport, Sungshan, is located northeast of Taipei's old central business district. Taipei is a city that developed around a river culture. Taipei was essentially divided among immigrants from different areas of China.

Taipei is the capital city and Taiwan's economic and cultural center. It is a modern and convenient city located in the northwest corner of the island. Taipei is also internationally known for its traditional Taiwanese and neo-Chinese cuisine. The National Palace Museum, located at the northwest edge of the city, contains the greatest collection of Chinese art in the world.

Taipei is well known for being a holiday shopper's paradise. Shopping in Taipei is more famous for the kind of night markets this city offers. Other shopping venues in Taipei include department stores, malls, transit malls and shopping districts also.