Taipei
Virtual Walk · Taiwan
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Han Chinese settlers from Fujian began farming the fertile Taipei Basin around 1709, gradually displacing the indigenous Ketagalan people. In 1887, Qing Dynasty governor Liu Mingchuan declared it the provincial capital and began modernising it with railways and telegraph. Japan controlled Taiwan from 1895 to 1945, leaving a legacy of orderly urban planning and colonial buildings. The Nationalist government arrived in 1949, turning it into the capital of the Republic of China.
Taipei 101 was the world's tallest building from 2004 to 2010. Its tuned mass damper is visible to tourists. The best time for a virtual walk through Taipei is autumn (oct–dec) — mild and less rainy. Must-try local foods include Beef noodle soup, Scallion pancakes, Stinky tofu.
Local Greeting
你好 (Nǐ hǎo)
How locals say hello in Taipei
Best Time to Visit
Autumn (Oct–Dec) — mild and less rainy
Must Eat
Local Tip
The Shilin Night Market is touristy — try Raohe Night Market for a more local experience.
Origin Story
ModernHan Chinese settlers from Fujian began farming the fertile Taipei Basin around 1709, gradually displacing the indigenous Ketagalan people. In 1887, Qing Dynasty governor Liu Mingchuan declared it the provincial capital and began modernising it with railways and telegraph. Japan controlled Taiwan from 1895 to 1945, leaving a legacy of orderly urban planning and colonial buildings. The Nationalist government arrived in 1949, turning it into the capital of the Republic of China.
Fun Fact
Taipei 101 was the world's tallest building from 2004 to 2010. Its tuned mass damper is visible to tourists.
Cultural Dos
- ✓Give up your seat on the MRT (it's strictly observed)
- ✓Accept business cards with two hands
- ✓Try everything at night markets
Cultural Don'ts
- ✕Tip in restaurants (it's not customary)
- ✕Eat on the MRT
- ✕Mistake Taiwan for China
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