06 Jul Fun Facts about Taiwan
Interesting Facts about Taiwan that are equally remarkable than its neighboring countries, China, Japan, and Korea:
- Night Markets
Taiwan boasts numerous night markets, a prime destination for tourists visiting the island nation, also known as Formosa. Taiwanese night markets offer local Taiwanese cuisine, food and drinks from around the world, and exciting games. One of the famous night markets in Taiwan is Shihlin, located in Taipei. - Boba Nation
Boba was first invented by a Taiwanese named Liu Han Chieh in the early 1980s. Liu Han Chieh, the owner of a tea shop called Chui Shui Tang in Taichung, had the idea to add tapioca to his tea mixture, thus creating bubble milk tea, which has now become a phenomenon in various countries. - Stinky Tofu
Stinky tofu is a highly popular dish in Taiwan, always sought after by culinary enthusiasts curious about its taste. Stinky tofu is a fermented food seasoned with special spices and salt, which is then stored for weeks or even months. Each stinky tofu vendor in Taiwan has their own secret recipe, creating varied flavors. - Proliferation of Convenience Stores
Taiwan is inseparable from convenience stores. Taiwanese people, who mostly live in apartments, use convenience stores as places to receive and send packages. Some convenience stores in Taiwan even have coffee shops and fast food options similar to restaurants. For tourists, don’t forget to try various foods available in Taiwanese convenience stores. - Receipt Lottery
People in Taiwan never throw away their shopping receipts. This is because there is a lottery held every two months, and the more receipt numbers match the lottery results, the more prizes you can win. The highest prize can reach 10 million NTD, approximately 5 billion IDR. - Integrated Public Transportation
Taipei is recognized as one of the cities with the best integrated public transportation in Asia. In Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung, public transportation such as bicycles are provided, with stations scattered throughout the cities and can be used by tapping cards for payment. - Absence of Major Embassies
The People’s Republic of China considers Taiwan to be part of its territory and opposes international legal recognition of Taiwan, so many countries follow the “One China” policy, meaning they only recognize the government in Beijing as the legitimate government. Therefore, they do not establish official diplomatic relations with Taiwan. Although there are no major embassy offices, Taiwan has unofficial relations with many countries through trade and culture, such as the Indonesian Economic and Trade Office (KDEI) in Indonesia. - Beautiful Natural Tourism
Not many tourists know that Taiwan has beautiful and authentically preserved natural tourism spots. A variety of natural, cultural, and culinary tourism activities have been designated as National Scenic Areas by the local government. Taiwan’s natural beauty is complemented by excellent facilities for enjoying it, such as hiking trails, climbing routes, comfortable public transportation, and friendly service. - Scheduled Garbage Trucks with Adorable Sirens
Taiwan can be considered one of the cleanest countries. For household waste, everyone must separate the garbage and dispose of it themselves. Residents have to wait for the garbage truck at designated locations, often knowing the garbage truck schedule. There are three types of trucks that roam with specific music, some resembling ice cream truck music or classical music by Beethoven. - Random Weather
Taiwan has unpredictable weather; today it might be scorching hot, and tomorrow it could be very cold. Even on hot and sunny days, the breeze in Taiwan can still feel refreshing. Rain in Taiwan can also last for an entire day. Taiwanese people always check the weather forecast before going out to avoid dressing improperly.
Source:
https://www.idntimes.com/news/world/vanny-rahman/10-hal-unik-yang-hanya-kamu-temukan-di-taiwan
https://www.kompasiana.com/rani32453/64aa644d4addee5555199cd2/fakta-unik-dan-menarik-negara-taiwan
