Main Features of the Nation

Taiwan is located in Southeast Asia, to the southwest of to the west is the Taiwan Strait beyond which is China. Luzon Strait is to the south and the Philippines is further south, a natural conduit to the rest of Asia from the Pacific. It is 386 kilometers spanning north to south, and spans 143 kilometers east to west, shaped like a potato and topography is similar to a plantain leaf. The Central Mountain Range extends from north to south, and is covered in forests. The island is composed of hills, plateaus, seaside valleys and basins. It has excellent biodiversity and contains a frigid zone, temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. All shades of green can be found on the island.


Source: Council for Cultural Affairs, Executive Yuan, R.O.C. (Taiwan)