Taiwan (Taiwan)

Is a independent political entity in the continent of Asia.

Its center lies at a latitude of 24 and longitude of 121.

Taiwan also goes by the names, An Teavain, An Téaváin, Chung-hua Min-kuo, Dai Loan, Dai-uang, Dài-uăng, Pulau Taiwan, Republic of China, Taevan, Taiban, Tailani, Taivana, Taivanas, Taivāna, Taiwan, Taiwán, Tajvan, Tajvan', Tajvan', provincija

The prodominant languages spoken are zh-Hant (Chinese) zh-Hant-TW (Chinese) zh-min (Chinese) zh-min-nan (Chinese) zh-TW (Chinese) and its currency is the Dollar (TWD), currently exchanging at 1 Taiwanese Dollar = 0.02137 British Pound Sterling 1 Taiwanese Dollar = 0.03382 US Dollar .

Taiwan currently has a population of 22894400 (estimate).

Regions within Taiwan

Largest Cities within Taiwan

Travel Advice Summary from British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO)

Country: Taiwan

Published: Thu, 17 May 2012 10:45:00 GMT

Travel Summary

The UK does not recognise Taiwan as a state and has no diplomatic relations with Taiwan so limited consular-type services are available to British nationals. If you are staying for longer than four weeks you should register with the British Trade & Cultural Office. See General - British Trade and Cultural Office.

There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

Around 38,000 British nationals visit Taiwan every year. Most visits are trouble-free. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics. Nevertheless, you should maintain the same level of vigilance as you would at home, and take sensible precautions.

The typhoon/tropical storm season in Taiwan normally runs from May to November. The Japan Meteorological Agency provides information and forecasts (in English) about approaching storms. See Natural Disasters.

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling to Taiwan. See General - Insurance.