TAIPEI CITY – TRAVEL

台灣 / 臺北市 – 遨 遊

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TRAVEL – 遨遊

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TAIPEI CITY – 台灣 / 臺北市

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AVIATION – 航 空

China Airlines. (china-airlines.com)

Eva Air. (evaair.com)

Daily Air. (dailyair.com.tw)

Mandarin Airlines. (mandarin-airlines.com)

Uni Air. (uniair.com.tw)

Starlux Airlines. (starlux-airlines.com)

TigerAir. (tigerairtw.com)

Far Eastern Air Transport. (fat.com.tw)

  • Airlines in Taipei – 臺北市文化中航空公司的角色

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  • Airports in Taipei – 臺北市文化中機場的角色

  • There are two principal airports in the City of Taipei.

  • Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is a smaller airport in Taipei with domestic and select international flights to mainland China, Tokyo Japan, & Seoul Korea.

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the primary airport for overseas international flights serving Taipei & northern Taiwan

  • Taipei Songshan Airport & Songshan Air Force Base ( 臺北松山機場 & 空軍松山基地)

  • Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is located in the Songshan District of Taipei City. It is a City airport with both civilian & military functions. Songshan Airport was constructed in 1936 during Japanese rule and has served both military & civilian flights over many decades. The civilian service connects Taipei with regional destinations such as Tokyo & Seoul, as well domestic destinations. The military use is co-located with an air force base of the government of the Republic of China on the Island of Taiwan.

  • Songshan Airport has two terminals which support the civilian airline service. The airport accomodates both scheduled flights & general airport services. The legacy terminal was designated as an Historic Landmark in 2008, reflecting heritage in the aviation history of Taiwan. It has an observation deck that is popular with aviation enthusiasts. The Observation Deck was recently renovated & has reopened after improvements to visitor facilities.

  • “Airplane Alley” is a famous local spot near Binjiang Street in Taipei where people gather to watch & photograph takeoff & landings from Songshan’s runway edge.

  • The routine civilian aviation culture at Songshan mostly consists of short-haul international flights & domestic services. Due to the urban setting, TSA doesn’t handle large wide-body jets, but its proximity to central Taipei makes it extremely convenient for business & leisure travelers.

  • wikipedia.org – Taipei Songshan Airport & Songshan Air Force Base (臺北松山機場 & 空軍松山基地) @ Wikipedia . org

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (臺灣桃園國際機場)

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the main international hub for Taiwan and handles the majority of long-haul flights. It is the hub for major carriers like China Airlines & EVA Air, plus many international airlines. Even though it isn’t inside Taipei City limits, it’s closely tied to Taipei’s global connectivity & aviation economy due to the important transport it furnishes from the capital city of the Island of Taiwan.

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  • Airport / City transfer in Taipei – 臺北市文化中機場市區交通的角色

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  • Aviation in Taipei – 臺北市文化中航空的角色

  • While Taipei City itself is served predominantly by Songshan Airport, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) which is located in nearby Taoyuan City is the primary international air gateway for Taipei residents & the Island of Taiwan as a whole.

  • Taipei is also home to aviation industry groups and businesses:

  • The Taipei City Airline Operators Association was established in 1990 to promote aviation transportation business, coordinate industry relations, and support governmental aviation policy. Its member airlines include major Taiwanese carriers: China Airlines, EVA Air, Mandarin Airlines, Uni Air, Tigerair Taiwan, and Starlux, among others.

  • Taipei Air Cargo Agents Association represents firms involved in air freight forwarding and logistics — reflecting Taipei’s role not just in passenger transport but also in air cargo operations.

  • Taipei is central to the Taipei Flight Information Region (FIR). This is the designated airspace sector that covers much of Taiwan’s civil aviation traffic. A modern Aeronautical Information Service (AIS) system based in Taipei helps airlines plan routes efficiently and shares flight planning information on an international basis.

  • Taipei hosts industry events such as the Taipei International Travel Fair, where airlines often promote routes and services directly to travelers.

  • The Taipei aviation scene is also popular with “plane spotting” enthusiasts. With the proximity of Taipei’s Songshan Airport to the downtown area, locals & visitors enjoy watching aircraft arriving and departing from Sonshang Airport from unique vantage points sush as “Airplane Alley”.

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GEOGRAPHY – 地 理

Geography in the culture of Taipei

  • Geography of Taipei – 臺北市文化中地理的角色

  • Here is a clear, geography-focused overview of Taipei, emphasizing physical setting, landforms, waterways, climate influences, and how geography shapes the city.

    🌏 Geography of Taipei (臺北市)
    1. Location & Regional Setting
    Taipei City is located in northern Taiwan, at the northern end of the Taipei Basin.
    It is bordered by:
    New Taipei City on all sides
    The Tamsui River system to the west and north
    The city lies about 25 km (15 miles) inland from the Taiwan Strait.
    Taipei’s position makes it a natural administrative, economic, and transportation hub for northern Taiwan.

    🏞️ 2. The Taipei Basin
    Taipei sits in a tectonic basin formed by faulting and river erosion.
    Key features of the basin:
    Flat, low-lying terrain in central districts
    Surrounded by hills and mountains, which constrain urban expansion
    Average elevation: 10–20 meters above sea level
    This basin geography explains:
    Dense urban development
    Limited land availability
    Historical flooding challenges

    ⛰️ 3. Mountains & Hills
    Taipei is one of the world’s few major capitals directly adjacent to mountains.
    Yangmingshan Range (北投・陽明山)
    Located in northern Taipei
    Part of the Datun Volcano Group
    Contains dormant volcanoes, fumaroles, and hot springs
    Highest peak: Mount Qixing (七星山) — ~1,120 m
    Southern & Eastern Hills
    Lower forested hills mark the transition toward central Taiwan’s mountains
    Act as natural barriers and green buffers
    These features:
    Influence local weather
    Provide natural parks and watersheds
    Limit sprawl and preserve green space

    🌋 4. Geological Characteristics
    Taipei lies near several active fault lines
    Formed by plate collision between the Eurasian Plate and the Philippine Sea Plate
    Presence of:
    Sedimentary basin deposits
    Volcanic rock in the north
    Hot springs (Beitou)
    This geology makes Taipei seismically active, though modern building codes are stringent.

    🌊 5. Rivers & Waterways
    Water plays a central role in Taipei’s geography.
    Major Rivers
    Tamsui River (淡水河) – main river system
    Keelung River (基隆河) – curves through northern Taipei
    Xindian River (新店溪) – flows from the south
    Geographic Impacts
    Fertile alluvial soils enabled early settlement
    Rivers shaped trade routes and urban layout
    Flood control systems (levees, parks) now line riverbanks
    Many riverbanks are now recreational green corridors.

    🌦️ 6. Climate Influences (Geographic Effects)
    Taipei’s geography strongly shapes its climate.
    Subtropical, humid climate
    Basin traps heat → urban heat island effect
    Mountains block winds → high humidity
    Rivers and basin location → flood risk during typhoons
    Annual rainfall is high, especially during:
    Meiyu (plum rain) season
    Typhoon season

    🏙️ 7. Urban Geography
    Geography dictates how Taipei is built.
    Dense vertical development in flat basin areas
    Transportation corridors follow river valleys
    Parks and green belts cluster near rivers and hills
    Older districts grew along historic river routes
    Taipei is often described as a “mountain-river city”.

    🧭 8. Strategic Geographic Importance
    Taipei’s geography provides:
    Natural defense (historically)
    Access to northern ports
    Control over key transportation corridors
    Centralized governance location within northern Taiwan
  • Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, sits in the northern part of the island and has a geography that shapes both its urban form and cultural life. Here’s a detailed overview :

  • Location & Setting

  • Taipei lies in a basin known as the Taipei Basin (台北盆地), surrounded by mountains on all sides.

  • It is located along the Tamsui (Danshui) River (淡水河) and its tributaries, the Keelung River (基隆河) and Xindian River (新店溪), which have historically influenced settlement and transport.

  • Topography

  • The basin floor is flat and densely urbanized, where the city’s main districts, government buildings, and commerce are concentrated.

  • The surrounding mountain ranges provide natural borders:

  • Yangmingshan (陽明山) in the north – volcanic peaks and hot spring areas.
  • Linkou Plateau (林口台地) in the west.
  • Xueshan Range (雪山山脈) foothills in the southeast.

  • The highest point in Taipei proper is Qixing Mountain (七星山, height: 1,120 m), an extinct volcano in Yangmingshan National Park.

  • Geology

  • Much of Taipei is shaped by volcanic activity and tectonic movements.

  • The Datun Volcano Group (大屯火山群), north of the city, is dormant but geologically significant.

  • The area is seismically active due to Taiwan’s location on the boundary of the Philippine Sea Plate and Eurasian Plate.

  • Hydrology

  • The river systems define the basin and contribute to flooding risk, which has historically been an issue.

  • Extensive flood-control infrastructure (levees, pumping stations, and flood diversion channels) has been built to protect the city.

  • Climate

  • Taipei has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

  • It receives abundant rainfall, especially during the East Asian monsoon (May–September) and the typhoon season (summer to early autumn).

  • The surrounding mountains contribute to a “heat island” effect in the basin, trapping heat and humidity.

  • Natural Features

  • Yangmingshan National Park – volcanic landscapes, hot springs, fumaroles, and hiking trails.

  • Elephant Mountain (象山, Xiangshan) – a small peak with panoramic views of the city and Taipei 101.

  • Riverside parks – the Tamsui and Keelung rivers are lined with extensive bike paths and green spaces.

  • Urban & Geographic Interaction

  • The limited flat land in the basin has led to dense urban development.

  • The mountains act as natural barriers, influencing transport routes and urban expansion.

  • Taipei’s geography blends urban landscapes with natural scenery, making hiking trails and mountain views accessible within minutes of the city center.

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LODGING – 住 宿

Lodging in the culture of Kaohsiung

  • Hotels in Taipei – 臺北市文化中旅館的角色

  • hyatt.com – Hyatt Hotels in Taipei @ Hyatt . com
  • marriott.com – Marriott Hotels in Taipei @ Marriott . com
  • shangri-la.com – Shagri-La Far Eastern Hotel Taipei @ Shangri-la . com

  • regenttaipei.tw-taiwan.com – The Regent Taipei @ RegentTaipei . tw
  • ihg.com – Kimpton Hotel Da An – website
  • taiwanobsessed.com – “The 15 Finest Luxury Hotels in Taiwan in 2026” @ Nick Kembel’s “Taiwan Obsessed” website ( Terrific site !!)

  • michelin.com – Taipei Hotels @ Michelin Guide website
  • swisstraveler.net – “My personal luxury hotel highlights in Taiwan” @ Swiss Traveler . net
  • trip.com – Taipei hotels @ Trip . com

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  • Inns in Taipei – 臺北市文化中旅館的角色

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  • B&B’s in Taipei – 臺北市文化中民宿的角色

  • _____ – B&B’s in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中民宿的角色

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MAPS – 地 图

Maps in the culture of Taipei

  • Maps of Taipei – 臺北市文化中地图的角色

  • Maps of Taipei (臺北市) come in several forms, with each type of map intended for a different purpose. The need for maps ranges from navigation & urban planning to history & tourism. Maps of Taipei are generally of high cartographic quality & clarity. They are instrumental in helping the population and visitors to achieve strong integration of transportation, geography & urban life. They typically have acceptable bilingual presentation & demonstrate the city’s blend of modern infrastructure with historical roots.

  • Official & City Government Maps are reliable, government-sourced maps with data & layers for Taipei City.

  • historygis.udd.gov.taipei – 臺北地理資訊 e-點通（Taipei City GIS / electronic map system) – interactive city map with aerial photos, zoning, terrain, street/POI layers.

  • Transportation Maps are among the most widely-used and internationally-recognized maps of Taipei. Taipei Metro (MRT) Maps have clean, color-coded lines (Red, Blue, Green, Orange, Brown, Yellow). The station names shown in Traditional Chinese & English script. Interchange stations clearly marked. The maps show the integration of the Taipei Metro System with buses, Taiwan Railways (TRA), and High Speed Rail (THSR)

  • metro.taipei – Official Taipei Metro Route Map & Timetables – from the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation (English).
  • metro.taipei – Official Taipei Metro Main Page – home base for maps, fare info, station details, and downloadable guides.
  • maps-taipei.com – Printable tourist-friendly Metro maps

  • Travel-Oriented Maps for Tourists are useful for getting around & locating points of interest.

  • maps-taipei.com – Maps-Taipei.com – maps you can view and download (city map, tourist maps).
  • mapz.com – Mapz – Taipei Maps – a simple download for city streets, transport, and landmarks.
  • stroly.com – Stroly Taipei Map – an illustrated map with key spots marked (fun for exploring).

  • travel.taipei – Taipei Tourism “Maps & Guides” – official Tourism site with downloadable city/tourist maps (MRT guidance referenced).
  • behance.net – Like It Formosa Taipei Map – a traveler-friendly downloadable map with tips and spots.

  • Mobile & App Tools are useful for keeping maps handy on your phone:

  • Explore Taipei App – offline metro and street maps with a route planner (iOS).
  • Go! Taipei Metro App – official MRT app with trip planning and exit info.

  • taiwanderers.com – Best Taiwan Free Phone Apps for Travellers @ Taiwanderers . com
  • taiwanobsessed.com – The Best Apps for Taiwan @ Nick Kembel’s “Taiwan Obsessed” website (Terrific site !!!)
  • travel.taipei – “Travel Taipei” app

  • Here are more “useful links” for maps of Taipei City:

  • mapsofworld.com – Map of Taipei @ Maps of World . com
  • mapz.com – City map of Taipei @b Mapz . com (Excellent !!)
  • princeton.edu – Map of Taipei @ Princeton University LIbrary DIgital Map Collection

  • stolaf.edu – Historic maps of Taipei since 1654 @ St. Olaf College
  • moj.gov.tw – New Taipei City District Prosecutor’s Office website
  • taipeimap360.com – Map of Taipei DIstricts @ Taipei Map 360

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PHOTOGRAPHS – 圖 片

Taipei. Josh Ellis Photograph. (goteamjosh.com)

  • Photography in Taipei – 臺北市文化中圖片的角色

  • Here’s an overview of photographic arts in Taipei, Taiwan — its history, institutions, styles, and notable figures. If you like, I can also send you current exhibitions or photographers to follow.

    Historical Context
    Taiwan’s photographic arts have roots that go back through the Japanese colonial period, martial law era, and post-1980s democratization. These periods influenced themes, style, and function — from documentation to artistic expression. Wikipedia+3Taiwan Today+3Wikipedia+3
    Photography played roles both in official/state projects (documenting infrastructure, indigenous peoples, urban development) and in more personal, grassroots or artistic expressions. The lifting of martial law in 1987 (and subsequent liberalization) was a turning point. It allowed more freedom in subject matter, access, press, and arts generally. Taiwan Today+2ncpi.ntmofa.gov.tw+2

    Institutions & Venues
    National Center of Photography and Images (NCPI): Opened in 2021 in Taipei. It is Taiwan’s only national level specialized institute dedicated to photography and image-based arts. Taipei Travel+2ncpi.ntmofa.gov.tw+2
    Exhibitions like “Specularity/Reflexivity: Contemporary Image Arts after the 1980s” are held there. Taipei Travel
    Other institutions: Taipei Fine Arts Museum is also involved in photographic shows and retrospectives. Taiwan Today+3Wikipedia+3Invisible Photographer Asia (IPA)+3

    Themes, Styles & Trends
    Documentary / Social Realism: Capturing the rapid modernization, urbanization, indigenous communities, public architecture, everyday life. Wikipedia+3Taiwan Today+3Taiwan Today+3
    Abstract Photography: In recent years a stronger push toward abstract and experimental image work. For example, the “Eye of Abstraction” exhibition featured many works breaking away from documentary norms. Taipei Times+1
    Fine Art Photography / Conceptual Photography: Using photography not just for “what is” but “what could be” — reflections, identity, memory, time, space. Taiwan Today+1
    Also mixed media / image arts: installations, digital, photo books, expanding beyond the frame. Taiwan Today+1

    Notable Photographers & Figures
    Ko Si-chi (1929-2020): Often described as Taiwan’s first contemporary photographer; known for environment, landscape, dance, etc. Wikipedia
    Lee Ming-tiao (李鳴鵰): Part of the “Three Musketeers of Taiwanese Photography”. Photographed socio-cultural scenes, religious rituals, bridges. Wikipedia
    Deng Nan-guang: Also one of those early pioneers, known for evocative, poetic photographs blending human, cultural, and natural themes. Wikipedia
    Chang Tsai (張才): Born in Taipei, studied in Japan, heavily influenced by realism and social awareness. Documented festivals, indigenous culture, public life. Wikipedia
    Yao Jui-Chung (姚瑞中): More contemporary, whose work spans photography, installation, performance, and architecture; known for projects that explore the intersections of identity, public space, memory. Wikipedia

    Current Landscape & What to Watch
    Photographic arts are increasingly respected as fine art, not just documentation. There’s institutional support (NCPI, museums), academic interest, galleries.
    Photo books, archiving, and photobooks’ culture are growing. Initiatives like Lightbox Photo Library (run by local practitioners) help collect, preserve, exhibit photographic works. gupmagazine.com
    Artists are engaging with contemporary global themes — identity, colonial history, environment, urban change — while also exploring form: abstraction, mixed media, digital practices.
    Exhibitions are more frequent, more international collaborations, more spaces devoted to smaller, alternative, experimental work.

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PLACE NAMES – 地 名

Traditional market street. Taipei.

  • Taipei Place Names – 臺北市地名

  • _____ – Taipei Place Names – 臺南市地名

  • NEIHU DISTRICT – TAIPEI
  • _____ – Neihu District of Taipei City

  • TAIPEI YONGKANG HISTORIC STREET

PUBLIC HEALTH – 公 共 衛 生

Public health in the culture of Taipei

  • Public Health in Taipei – 臺北市文化中公共衛生的角色

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  • Medicine in Taipei – 臺北市文化中藥品的角色

  • Healthcare System & Access :

  • Taiwan has a National Health Insurance (NHI) system, a single‐payer, universal healthcare program. Nearly all residents are covered. Under NHI, a wide range of medical services are covered: outpatient & inpatient care, surgeries, labs, prescription drugs, dentistry, prenatal and preventive services.

  • Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is also included under NHI. Patients in Taiwan often have good access; they can choose to go to clinics or directly to hospitals. Wait times are usually reasonable though popular hospitals can get busy.

  • Pharmaceutical Regulation & Oversight :

  • The Taiwan Food & Drug Administration (TFDA) is the regulatory authority responsible for medicines, medical devices, and related issues.

  • The law that governs pharmaceuticals is called the Pharmaceutical Affairs Act (PAA). Under that are rules for product approval, manufacturer & distributor licensing, patents, over‐the‐counter vs prescription drugs, and related safety enforcement.

  • For medical devices, there is a separate law (Medical Devices Act) in effect since May 2021, which sets rules for product lifecycle, approval, etc.

  • Recently there has been effort to streamline and improve the new drug application (NDA) process. In 2023, TFDA approved over 100 new drugs, most imported, some domestic.

  • Pharmaceutical Industry & Research :

  • Taiwan has a strong pharma & biotech sector. There are many companies in Taipei and nearby areas working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), generics, biosimilars, injectables, etc. The Taiwan Pharmaceutical Alliance (TPA) is a major industry group representing many of the top domestic pharma firms. They cover many dosage forms and therapeutic areas.

  • The government is supporting the growth of the CDMO (Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization) segment — especially in small molecules, APIs, special dosage forms, and technologies to boost competitiveness globally.

  • The National Biotechnology Research Park in Nangang, Taipei houses a lot of biotech R&D infrastructure and is a hub for medical innovation.

  • Vaccine development is also active; companies like Medigen (in Taipei) are participants in the sector.

  • Challenges & Considerations :

  • Cost pressures: Keeping the NHI financially sustainable is an ongoing concern; controlling growth in medical expenditures is politically and economically challenging.

  • Innovation vs import : Many new drugs are imported; increasing domestic innovation (especially for high‐value biologics or novel therapies) is a goal but requires investment.

  • Regulatory delays or complexity: While improvements have been made, entering the market (for new drugs, new dosage forms) can still involve a complex regulatory pathway.

  • Balancing public & private: The system allows private hospitals/clinics; some of the newer or more advanced treatments may cost more or not be fully covered by insurance. Access to cutting‐edge drugs may sometimes mean higher out‐of‐pocket cost or longer time to approval.

  • seccm.org.tw – Taiwan Society of Emergency & Critical Care Medicine – website
  • taipeitimes.com – Taiwan ranks No. 1 on healthcare index @ Taipei Times news website
  • globalpassport.ai – Public or Private? The Healthcare System in Taiwan @ Global Passport website
  • ncbi.nlm.nih.gov – Taiwan Healthcare Report – 2010 @ EPMA Journal ( Journal of European Association for Predictive, Preventive & Personalized Medicine)

  • wikipedia.org – Pharmaceutical industry in Taiwan @ Wikipedia . org
  • tpatw.org.tw – Taiwan Pharmaceutical Alliance (TPA) @ Taiwan Biomedicine Informatics website
  • tpatw.org.tw – Taiwan Pharmaceutical Alliance (TPA) – searchable database @ Taiwan Biomedicine Informatics website
  • rentechdigital.com – List of Pharmaceutical companies in Taipei (Searchable database) @ Smartscraper website
  • rentechdigital.com – List of Pharmaceutical companies in Taiwan (Searchable database) @ Smartscraper website
  • rentechdigital.com – List of Pharmaceutical labs in Taiwan (Searchable database) @ Smartscraper website
  • poidata.io – How many Pharmaceutical companies are in Taiwan? @ PoiData . io

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  • scholar.google.com – Medicine in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中藥品的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Medicine in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中藥品的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Medicine in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中藥品的角色 @ Google Images

  • Hospitals in Taipei – 臺北市文化中醫院的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Hospitals in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中醫院的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Hospitals in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中醫院的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Hospitals in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中醫院的角色 @ Google Images

SERVICES – 服 務

Municipal services in the culture of Taipei

  • Municipal services in Taipei – 臺北市文化中服務的角色

  • _____ – Municipal services in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中服務的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Municipal services in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中服務的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Municipal services in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中服務的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Municipal services in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中服務的角色 @ Google Images

  • Police in Taipei – 臺北市文化中警察的角色

  • wikipedia.org – Police Department services in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • police.ntpc.gov.tw – Police Department services in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • police.gov.taipei – Police Department services in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • police.gov.taipei – Police Department services in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Police Department services in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Police in the culture ofTaipei – 臺北市文化中警察的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Police in the culture ofTaipei – 臺北市文化中警察的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Police in the culture ofTaipei – 臺北市文化中警察的角色 @ Google Images

  • Fire & Ambulance in Taipei – 臺北市文化中消防和救护的角色

  • ntpc.gov.tw – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • taipeitimes.com – TFire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • footprintsrecruiting.com – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • taiwannews.com.tw – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder

  • travel.taipei – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • gov.taipei – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • gov.taipei – Fire & ambulance service in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Fire & Ambulance in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中消防和救护的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Fire & Ambulance in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中消防和救护的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Fire & Ambulance in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中消防和救护的角色 @ Google Images

  • Emergency rescue in Taipei – 臺北市文化中緊急救援的角色

  • _____ – Emergency rescue in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中緊急救援的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Emergency rescue in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中緊急救援的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Emergency rescue in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中緊急救援的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Emergency rescue in the culture of Taipei City – 臺北市文化中緊急救援的角色 @ Google Images

TRANSPORTATION – 交 通

The Taipei Metro System is considered to be the most
reliable mass transit system in the world . (metro.taipei)

  • Transportation in Taipei – 臺北市文化中交通的角色

  • travel.taipei –  Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • travel.taipei –  Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • metro.taipei –  Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • lonelyplanet.com –  Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • jetsettimes.com – Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder

  • wikipedia.org –  Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder
  • theaureview.com – Transportation in the culture of Taipei CIty – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Transportation in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中交通的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Transportation in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中交通的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Transportation in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中交通的角色 @ Google Images

  • “Getting to” Taipei – 如何前往臺北市

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  • scholar.google.com – “Getting to” Taipei – 如何前往臺北市 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – “Getting to” Taipei – 如何前往臺北市 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – “Getting to” Taipei – 如何前往臺北市 @ Google Images

  • “Getting around” Taipei – 臺北市旅遊交通

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  • scholar.google.com – “Getting around” Taipei – 臺北市旅遊交通 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – “Getting around” Taipei – 臺北市旅遊交通 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – “Getting around” Taipei – 臺北市旅遊交通 @ Google Images

  • Bus service in Taipei – 臺北市公車指南

  • tpebus.com.tw – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • ntpc.gov.tw – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • guidetotaipei.com – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • ebus.gov.taipei – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

  • travel.taipei – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • taipeibus.gov.taipei – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • travel.taipei – Bus transportation in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Bus service in Taipei – 臺北市公車指南 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Bus service in Taipei – 臺北市公車指南 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Bus service in Taipei – 臺北市公車指南 @ Google Images

  • Road system in Taipei – 臺北市道路攻略

  • _____ – Road system in Taipei – 臺北市道路攻略

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  • scholar.google.com – Road system in Taipei – 臺北市道路攻略 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Road system in Taipei – 臺北市道路攻略 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Road system in Taipei – 臺北市道路攻略 @ Google Images

  • Train service in Taipei – 臺北市的火車服務

  • gov.tw/twrail – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • gov.tw – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • travelchinaguide.com – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • wikipedia.org – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

  • tripzilla.com – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • thsrc.com.tw – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • lonelyplanet.com – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • guidetotaipei.com – Rail transport in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Train service in Taipei – 臺北市的火車服務 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Train service in Taipei – 臺北市的火車服務 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Train service in Taipei – 臺北市的火車服務 @ Google Images

  • Taipei Subway – 臺北市大眾捷運系統

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  • scholar.google.com – Taipei Subway – 臺北市大眾捷運系統 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Taipei Subway – 臺北市大眾捷運系統 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Taipei Subway – 臺北市大眾捷運系統 @ Google Images

  • Train stations in Taipei – 臺北市文化中火車站的角色

  • _____ – Train stations in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中火車站的角色

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  • scholar.google.com – Train stations in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中火車站的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Train stations in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中火車站的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Train stations in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中火車站的角色 @ Google Images

  • Ferry service in Taipei – 臺北市文化渡輪服務的角色

  • rtaiwanr.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • lonelyplanet.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • guidetotaipei.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

  • guidetotaipei.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • amoytrip.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • 4corners7seas.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

  • tripadvisor.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • forumosa.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

  • aferry.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • seat61.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化渡輪服務的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化渡輪服務的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Ferry service in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化渡輪服務的角色 @ Google Images

WEBCAMS – 網 際 網 路 視 訊 像 機

Supersite for webcams in Taiwan (see.cam)

  • Webcams in Taipei – 臺北市文化中網際網路視訊像機的角色

  • Types & Locations of Webcams in Taipei :

  • Many webcams in Taipei City are HD or 4K webcams. Some operate through YouTube of live streaming channels (e.g. Taipei Travel Live Cam). Others are embedded in third-party sites (Webcamtaxi, SkylineWebcams, etc.).

  • Use Cases & Why People Use Them :
    Checking weather / visibility before going out (especially for viewpoints, parks).
    Enjoying city-scapes or relaxing views (rivers, night lights).
    Virtual tourism: seeing Taipei landmarks from afar.
    Photography planning (e.g. best time for lighting).

  • Many webcams in Taipei offer live panoramic views of landmarks, riverside areas, city street life, and scenic observation points. Some are HD or 4K quality. Regions where you’ll find good cams include:

  • Dadaocheng Wharf (大稻埕碼頭) in Datong District
    Riverside scenery along the Tamsui River, container markets, sunsets, reflections, possibly night lighting. geowebcams.com+2Webcamtaxi+2

  • Xiangshan / Elephant Mountain
    Panoramic city views including Taipei 101; great vantage for sunrise, sunset, city lights. Webcamtaxi+2SkylineWebcams+2
    Jiantanshan / Weifeng Observatory (劍潭山微風觀景平台) in Zhongshan District
    High-altitude overlooks; views of rivers, city, and more distant mountains. Webcamtaxi+1

  • Riverside / Urban Skyline Zones
    Streams showing the skyline, rivers (Tamsui, etc.), prominent towers like Shin Kong Life Tower. Webcamtaxi+2Webcamtaxi+2

  • camteria.com –  Webcams in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • cwb.gov.tw –  Webcams in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • meteoblue.com –  Webcams in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder
  • webcamtaxi.com –  Webcams in the culture of Taipei – backgrounder

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  • scholar.google.com – Webcams in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中網際網路視訊像機的角色 @ Google Scholar
  • youtube.com – Webcams in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中網際網路視訊像機的角色 @ YouTube . com
  • images.google.com – Webcams in the culture of Taipei – 臺北市文化中網際網路視訊像機的角色 @ Google Images

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