TW, Taiwan

Taiwan concentrates Taipei 101's once-tallest tower and Shilin Night Market, the Taroko Gorge's marble walls, the Sun Moon Lake high in the central mountains, and Tainan's old Dutch and Qing-era streets in the south.

Highlights

When to Visit

Oct-Dec

Cool dry autumn with Taipei 101 fireworks New Year's Eve, Maple Leaf season at Aowanda in late November, and Taroko Gorge accessible without summer typhoon risks.

Mar-May

Spring with cherry blossoms at Yangmingshan, Matsu Pilgrimage in mid-March drawing 100,000 to follow the goddess from Dajia, and Tainan accessible before summer heat.

Jun-Sep

Hot wet summer with Taipei at 33°C and humidity, typhoon risk peaking July-September, but indoor night markets stay active and Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival aside.

Jan-Feb

Cool winter with Spring Festival/Chinese New Year in late January-February, Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival on Lantern Festival night, and Taipei night markets at peak indoor activity.