Taiwan is a country in East Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about Taiwan that most people don't know.
Taiwan's TSMC produces over 90% of the world's most advanced semiconductors — the chips that power every iPhone, AI system and modern computer. Taiwan is also the birthplace of bubble tea, invented in a Taichung tea shop in the 1980s.
Taiwan's TSMC produces over 90% of the world's most advanced semiconductors.
Taiwan is the birthplace of bubble tea — invented in the 1980s.
Taiwan was the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage in 2019.
Taroko Gorge is one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Asia.
Taiwan's TSMC produces over 90% of the world's most advanced semiconductors — the chips that power every iPhone, AI system and modern computer. Taiwan is also the birthplace of bubble tea, invented in a Taichung tea shop in the 1980s.
Taiwan is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
The iconic 508m skyscraper that was the world's tallest building 2004–2010 — with a giant wind damper inside
A dramatic marble gorge with turquoise rivers, temples and mountain hiking trails
One of the world's greatest museums — 700,000 ancient Chinese artefacts including the Jadeite Cabbage
A hillside village of teahouses and lanterns — said to inspire the setting of Spirited Away
Taiwan's TSMC produces over 90% of the world's most advanced semiconductors — the chips that power every iPhone, AI system and modern computer. Taiwan is also the birthplace of bubble tea, invented in a Taichung tea shop in the 1980s.
The capital of Taiwan is Taipei.
Taiwan has a population of approximately 23.6M.
The official language of Taiwan is Mandarin Chinese.
Taiwan gained independence in 1912 (ROC).
Taiwan uses the New Taiwan Dollar (TWD).