Taiwan

An undiscovered gem

From bright city lights to enchanting natural wonders, find out what makes Taiwan shine.

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Question 1 / 10

How do the streets of Taipei stay so clean?

Rubbish collectors are highly paid

Musical rubbish collecting
trucks

There are more rubbish bins than people

Did you know?

There are no rubbish bins outside in Taipei. Instead, the trucks play loud music to let the people know when to take their rubbish out.

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Question 2 / 10

Pineapple cakes are a delicacy in Taiwan. But which country first brought them over?

Japan

Bahamas

America

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The Japanese brought pineapples to Taiwan in the early nineteenth century. Due to the excess of the fruit, local bakeries started making pineapple cakes and they’ve become the most popular Taiwanese souvenir since.

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Question 3 / 10

Taipei is a growing coffee capital. But which country introduced coffee there first?

Netherlands

Brazil

Spain

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When the Dutch arrived in the 16th century, they planted coffee plants. Now, you’ll find cafes on almost every corner in Taipei.

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Question 4 / 10

How long does it take to drive around the circumference of Taiwan?

4 hours

8 hours

12 hours

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Taiwan is roughly three times smaller than the North Island – making getting around, simple as.

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Question 5 / 10

What popular food originated in Taiwan?

Sweet and sour pork

Instant noodles

Pickled egg

Did you know?

Not only did the Taiwanese invent instant noodles, they invented bubble tea too.

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Question 6 / 10

What is Taiwan’s national sport?

Table tennis

Baseball

Football

Did you know?

They also hold the most Little League World Series titles.

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Question 7 / 10

Taiwan is renowned for its night markets. But how many are there?

Around 100

Around 200

Around 300

Did you know?

Not only does Taiwan have around 300 night markets, their biggest - Shilin Night Market in Taipei – has over 500 stalls.

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Question 8 / 10

In Taipei, it’s always a good time for a shopping spree. But when do the shops close?

5pm

7pm

12am

Did you know?

Shops in Taipei are open until midnight, with some night markets staying open until 1am.

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Question 9 / 10

Which film was inspired by the village of Jiufen?

Spirited Away

Kubo and the Two Strings

Howl’s Moving Castle

Did you know?

Jiufen village was the inspiration behind the iconic film ‘Spirited Away’. But it wasn’t just the buildings that director Hayao Miyazaki fell in love with, but the food, people and streets too.

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Question 10 / 10

What makes the Taroko Gorge so magnificent?

It’s the size of the grand canyon

Its walls are made of marble

It makes voices travel for miles

Did you know?

Over 200 million years ago, the gorge metamorphosed. Turning from sediment, to limestone, to the brilliant marble you see today.

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