Taipei

Taipei is best known in Taiwan for Taipei 101, the 508-metre tower that became the world’s tallest building when it opened in 2004. The capital occupies the Taipei Basin, with the Tamsui River along part of its western edge and the Keelung River running through northern districts. Historic Dadaocheng recalls the trading quarter that developed beside the river, while night markets, temples and an extensive metro network shape everyday city life. The National Palace Museum holds a major collection of Chinese imperial art, and Longshan Temple, founded in 1738, remains a leading religious landmark. See how Taipei fits within northern Taiwan by browsing webcams nearby.

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