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🇹🇼 Taiwan Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Taiwan is a country in East Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 36,193 km² and has a coastline of 1,566 km. It is an island nation with no land borders.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
East Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
36,193 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
652/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
1,566 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+8
UTC offset
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Independence
1912 (ROC)
established
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Climate
Subtropical, typhoon season July–September
general type

Location and Position

Taiwan is situated in East Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 1,566 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Taiwan covers a total area of 36,193 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 23.6M across this area, the population density is 652/km². The capital city is Taipei.

Climate

The climate of Taiwan is subtropical, typhoon season july–september. The best time to visit is generally October–April, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Taiwan located?

Taiwan is located in East Asia, Asia. The capital city is Taipei.

How large is Taiwan?

Taiwan has a total area of 36,193 km² with a population density of 652/km².

What countries border Taiwan?

Taiwan is an island nation and has no land borders.

What is the climate of Taiwan?

The climate of Taiwan is Subtropical, typhoon season July–September. The best time to visit is October–April.

What timezone is Taiwan in?

Taiwan observes UTC+8 timezone.

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