Taiwan
Asia · Eastern Asia
Governed from Taipei. The People's Republic of China claims it. Not a UN member; a few countries recognise it officially.
- Capital
- Taipei
Famous for
- Animal Formosan black bear
- Food Beef noodle soup
- Festival Lantern Festival
- Landmark Taipei 101
- Sport Baseball
Three facts
Country
More than 100 hot springs have been discovered around Taiwan, including hot, cold, mud and seabed springs.
Capital: Taipei
Taipei 101 displays a 660-tonne golden wind-damper ball, 5.5 m across.
Flag
The white sun on Taiwan's flag has 12 rays for the day's 12 traditional two-hour periods.
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