Interesting Taiwan Facts

Taiwan is an island country located in Eastern Asia where it is bordered by the South China Sea. It stretches over 36,191 km2 of land. The estimated overall population of Taiwan is more than 23,626,456.

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Taiwan Fact File: Continent: Asia * Country Name(s): Taiwan, Republic of China, formerly known as Formosa * Location: Eastern Asia * Bordering: the South China Sea * Capital City: Taipei * Size: 36,191 km2 * Estimated Population: over 23,626,456 * Currency: New Taiwan dollar (TWD) * Language(s): Standard Chinese * Country Code: +886

Interesting Taiwan Facts for Kids

Interesting Facts for Kids 1: Size & location facts
Taiwan is located on the continent of Asia, it is classed as an island country and is situated in the South China Sea in Eastern Asia. There are seven continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Antarctica, Australia (Oceania). Asia is the largest continent in the world, it has 48 countries, with some countries belonging to both Asia and Europe, stretches across a total area size of 43,820,000 km2 and forms 29.5% of the landmass of the world. Taiwan is an island country that spreads over a total area of approximately 36,191 km2. It is a small island country, officially known as the Republic of China, and formerly the island of Formosa. Taiwan is slightly smaller by area than Bhutan.

Interesting Facts for Kids 2: Population facts
The population of this Asian country is somewhere in the region of 23,626,456 people. The majority of Taiwan's inhabitants reside in Taipei which is the country's most populous city. Taiwan has a fairly high population when compared to most other countries across the world, its overall population density is approximately 653 people per sq km. The estimated population of Asia is approximately 4,393,296,000 inhabitants, making it the continent with the largest population in the world. The continents in order of population, starting with highest population first, are: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Europe, Australia (Oceania Region) and Antarctica. The total population of the entire world is in excess of 7.6 billion people.

Interesting Facts for Kids 3: Capital & major cities
The capital of Taiwan is Taipei. The names of other major cities located in this country are Kaohsiung City, Taichung, Tainan City, Banciao and Hsinchu.

Interesting Facts for Kids 4: Country borders
The following details provide a guide to Taiwan's approximate border lengths:
Coastline 1,566 km.

Interesting Facts for Kids 5: Climate and geography facts
Taiwan has an overcast, hot tropical climate with a rainy season that occurs during the southwest monsoon period from June to August. The geography of Taiwan is dominated by mountain regions that occur in the east, and flatland and rolling plains that can be found in the west. The lowest point of Taiwan is the South China Sea at 0m, and the highest point of elevation is Yu Shan at 3,952m.

Interesting Facts for Kids 6: Natural Resources of Taiwan
Natural resources are materials and substances that can be found occurring naturally on Earth. Natural resources are very important across the world, and can be exploited for economic gain. An individual country's natural resources can depend on many factors including the climate, geography and location. Some countries, such as Russia, The United States, Saudi Arabia and Canada, are rich with natural resources, where as others have practically none. Food, transport and construction are three of the primary uses of natural resources. For example, fish is a naturally occurring resource that can be caught for food consumption. Crude oils can be refined into different types of fuels in order to power vehicles/cars. Wood/timber from forests can be used to build homes and furniture. The natural resources found in Taiwan include coal, natural gas, limestone, marble, asbestos, and arable land suitable for growing crops.

Interesting Facts for Kids 7: Language facts
The official language of Taiwan is Mandarin Chinese, which is spoken by the majority of the population.

Interesting Facts for Kids 8: Religion facts
The main religion of Taiwan is Buddhist at approximately 35% of the population. Around 33% are Taoist. The rest of the population either belongs to other religions or no religion at all.

Interesting Facts for Kids 9: Symbols of Taiwan
Each country has its own individual culture, history and identity. Flags, emblems, symbols, mottos, colors, anthems and songs represent the national pride and identity of countries worldwide. These national symbols are formed through the unique history of a nation and are symbolic of both hardship and prosperity, embodying freedom, strength and unity. Flags, emblems, songs, mottos and colors reflect the past, present and future hopes of a country, and create an important image to the rest of the world. National symbols can represent a combination of things that are important to a country such as birds, animals, plants, geographical features, tools of agriculture, crops, and tools of war. The following facts depict some of the national symbols, songs and colors that are important to Taiwan:

  • National symbol(s): white, 12-rayed sun on blue field

  • National colors: blue, white and red

  • National Anthem/Song: Zhonghua Minguo guoge (Translation: National Anthem of the Republic of China)

  • National Holiday(s): Republic Day 10 October (1911)

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