Taipei is nestled in the northern Taiwan, the center of east Asia. It is an international metropolis surrounded by mountains and rivers and also a transportation hub in east Asia. Its characteristics include:
- A highly networked city with advanced ICT infrastructure
- A very convenient international destination to travel to and within
- One of the safest city in the world
- Famous for its friendliness and hospitality
- An attractive tourist destination with natural landscapes, tasty cuisine and affordable shopping
Climate
Taipei has a warm subtropical climate. The temperature is around 24- 37°C (75 – 99°F) in the summer.
Currency
The currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$).
- Paper Currency: NT$2,000, NT$1,000, NT$500, NT$200, and NT$100
- Coins: NT$50, NT$20, NT$10, NT$5, and NT$1
Tipping and Tax
Tipping is not customary in Taipei, but some hotels and restaurants automatically add a 10% service fee to the bill. Otherwise there are no hard and fast rules. Of course you can always make someone happy with a small reward for good service. Sales tax is included in the listed prices in Taipei City.
Electricity:
Taiwan uses an electric current of 110 volts at 60 cycles. Many buildings also have 220-volt sockets. Visitors with appliances of different voltages are urged to bring adapters with them.
Resources:
Street Food Glossary
Travel Taipei
Taipei City Map
Travel Taiwan