Taipei

Taipei City is the capital of Taiwan Province, People's Republic of China. Here is a detailed introduction: Geography - Location: Located in the north of Taiwan Island and the center of the Taipei Basin, between 24°57′ and 25°12′ north latitude and 121°27′ and 121°39′ east longitude. It is surrounded by New Taipei City, about 18 km wide from east to west and about 27 km long from north to south, with an area of 271.8 sq km. - Topography: The terrain can be roughly divided into the Taipei Basin in the southwest, the Datun Volcano Group in the north, and the fault block mountains in the southeast. The bottom of the basin is low and flat, decreasing from southeast to northwest, with the Danshui River and other rivers meandering through it. History - In 1642, the Dutch replaced the Spanish and occupied northern Taiwan. In 1661, Zheng Chenggong occupied Taiwan. In 1875, Imperial Commissioner Shen Baozhen established Taipei Prefecture to administer Taiwan, hence the name "Taipei." In 1949, the Kuomintang retreated to Taiwan. In 1990, Taipei City's administrative districts were reorganized into 12 districts, which remain to this day. Economic Development - Ranked 4th globally in the 2023 Index of Economic Freedom. In 2022, Taipei's gross regional product was approximately CNY 2.2706 trillion, with a GDP per capita of CNY 976,900. The industrial structure is dominated by the service sector, followed by industry, with agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery accounting for a very small proportion. The main industries include wholesale and retail, finance and insurance, and manufacturing. Tourist Attractions - National Palace Museum: One of the three major museums in China, it houses a large number of ancient artworks and historical relics, such as calligraphy and paintings, porcelain, jade, and bronze ware. Among them are national treasures such as the Meat-shaped Stone, the Mao-kung Tin, and the Jadeite Cabbage. - Taipei 101: A landmark building in Taipei, 508m high, it was once the tallest building in the world. The observation deck offers a panoramic view of Taipei, and the annual New Year's Eve fireworks display attracts a large number of tourists. - Yangmingshan National Park: A beautiful suburban park in all seasons, with rich natural landscapes and ecological resources, such as hot springs, waterfalls, and grasslands. It is a good place for flower viewing, spring outings, and mountain climbing. - Shilin Night Market: A place that encompasses all kinds of Taiwanese cuisine, with specialty snacks such as oyster omelets, Taiwanese sausage with sticky rice, and stinky tofu. There are also various amusement facilities and souvenir shops.