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UNIQUE FEATURES: There is no competition for the Taiwan guide. SIGNIFICANT CHANGES: All new authors: Andrew Bender, Japan and Korea author, food writer; Julie Grundvig, China expert and editor of the prestigious Yishu journal of contemporary Chinese art; Robert Kelly, hiking buff and Taipei resident of seven years. WHY VISIT: Taiwan is a very popular destination for people looking to learn Chinese, teach English or do some other kind of work. A large percentage of these will be staying for a month or more – these people are catered for with our useful tips and resources for long-term residents. We have also improved our coverage of day-trip out of Taipei, mountain retreats and trekking and diving spots. DID YOU KNOW: Taiwan is regarded as one of the premier places for sampling authentic Chinese cuisine, with some of the finest chefs in Asia; 70% of Taiwan is taken up with mountain ranges, with abundant trekking and rafting opportunities as well as the ideal climate for growing high-grade green tea; Taipei's National Palace Museum has the finest collection of Chinese artifacts of anywhere in the world, including mainland China.
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