Want to learn about Taiwan? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts โ all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Taiwan
| Capital | Taipei |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 23,500,000 |
| Languages | Chinese |
| Currency | New Taiwan dollar |
| National symbol | Formosan Black Bear |
| Famous food | Beef Noodle Soup |
In Taiwan, people often speak Chinese. A friendly way to say hello is "Nว hวo". ๐
Fun facts about Taiwan for kids
- Taiwan was the first place in the world to offer free public Wi-Fi on a massive scale!
- Taipei 101 was the tallest building in the world until 2010 and has a giant pendulum inside to stop earthquakes!
- The island produces a massive amount of the world's most advanced computer chips!
- Night markets are incredible, busy streets full of games, shopping, and amazing street food.
- Bubble tea (boba) was invented here in the 1980s and is now famous worldwide!
Famous places in Taiwan
- Taipei 101
- Taroko Gorge
- Sun Moon Lake
Nature and symbols of Taiwan
- Formosan Black Bear
- National sport: Baseball
Going to Taiwan with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Nว hวo".
- Find Taipei, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag ๐น๐ผ so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Beef Noodle Soup at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Taipei 101.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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