The flag of Taiwan has a red field with a dark blue rectangle in the canton, bearing a white sun with 12 triangular rays.

Taiwan

Republic of China (Taiwan)

Taiwan (officially Republic of China (Taiwan)) is a country located in Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 23,317,031 people, it ranks #59 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 36,197 km² (#139 globally), with a population density of 644 people per km². The capital city is Taipei. The official language is Chinese.

Key Facts

Population

23,317,031

#59 world ranking

Area

36,197 km²

#139 world ranking

Population Density

644/km²

Capital

Taipei

Driving Side

Right

Timezones

1

UTC+08:00

Continent

Asia

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Taiwan?
The capital of Taiwan is Taipei.
What is the population of Taiwan?
Taiwan has a population of 23,317,031 people, ranking #59 in the world by population.
How big is Taiwan?
Taiwan covers an area of 36,197 km², ranking #139 in the world by area. The population density is 644 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Taiwan?
The official languages of Taiwan are: Chinese.
What is the currency of Taiwan?
The currency of Taiwan is New Taiwan dollar ($).

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