Taipei, Taiwan

Taipei (Taibei), the political, economic, and cultural heart of Taiwan (Republic of China), is a dynamic metropolis where rich history and futuristic innovation seamlessly coexist. Tracing its urban roots back to early 18th-century settlements, the city underwent a dramatic late-20th-century transformation, replacing rolling agricultural lands with glass-faced skyscrapers, luxury high-rises, and bustling commercial districts. Anchored by a historic partnership with the Los Angeles–Taipei Sister City Committee established in 1979, the capital serves as a critical engine for global commerce—positioning Taiwan as a top trading partner for California and a premier technological and operational hub in the Asia-Pacific region.

Population: The population of Taipei is approximately 2.5 million (with over 7 million in the greater metropolitan area). The population of Taiwan (ROC) is approximately 23.3 million.

Location: Taipei is located in northern Taiwan (ROC). Taiwan (ROC) is located in Eastern Asia, an island chain bordering the East China Sea, Philippine Sea, South China Sea, and Taiwan Strait, north of the Philippines, off the southeastern coast of mainland China.

Climate: The climate of Taipei is subtropical, with an annual average temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F). Summer spans from May until September and is characterized by intense heat and high humidity, while autumn (October to November) brings milder weather.

Local Time: The local time of Taipei is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) +8, which is either 15 or 16 hours ahead of Los Angeles, depending on Daylight Saving Time.

Capital of Taiwan (ROC): The capital of Taiwan (ROC) is Taipei.

National Day of Taiwan (ROC): National Day (Double Ten Day), 10 October (1911).

Flag of Taiwan (ROC): The flag of Taiwan (ROC) is red with a dark blue rectangle in the upper hoist-side corner bearing a white sun with 12 triangular rays.

Currency: The currency of Taiwan (ROC) is the New Taiwan dollar (NT$ / TWD).