The Facts of Life in Taiwan

Employment

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Tue, 28 Oct 2003 23:52:40 GMT

Introduction: The Global Professional

Note: For clarification purposes, the following sections refer to "foreigners" as any individual in Taiwan who is not an R.O.C. citizen. This includes all those of Chinese or Taiwanese descent who were born elsewhere in the world but whose parents were originally from Taiwan. Further, the term "Chinese" refers to the people of Taiwan for the sake of convenience only and is in no way intended to disregard the...

Housing in Taiwan

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Sun, 06 Apr 2003 03:46:03 GMT
Does apartments.com include housing in Taiwan? Well, no. At least, not yet. Unless you're here on an expat package that includes housing amenities, moving expenses, and someone to take care of everything for you, apartment hunting in Taiwan can be a mind-boggling challenge all its own. With some luck and a lot of patience, you may hit the jackpot at the first place you find, but most people we know have moved as many as three times in their first year before finding a place where they were...

Map of Taiwan

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Sun, 15 Dec 2002 04:23:21 GMT

Tourism

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Sat, 02 Nov 2002 22:36:46 GMT
Tourism
* (T. 1) Where should I go when I visit Taiwan?
* (T. 2) What are the prohibited and restricted articles when I
enter/leave Taiwan?
* (T. 3) Where can I find foreign books in Taiwan?
* (T. 4) Can I bring some electrical appliances into Taiwan?

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(T. 1) Where should I go when I visit Taiwan?

Well, this is a tough question ...... The answer really depends on
what you are interested...

Taiwanese Culture

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Sat, 02 Nov 2002 05:34:38 GMT
CULTURE
* (C. 1) What are the taboos for Taiwanese people?
* (C. 2) What are the national holidays in Taiwan?
* (C. 3) What are the days with special meanings in Taiwan?
* (C. 4) I have a Taiwanese friend. How can I avoid misunderstandings?
* (C. 5) Where can I take a taste of the Taiwanese cuisine?
* (C. 6) What are the special products in Taiwan?
* (C. 7) What are the special events in Taiwan?

(C. 1) What are the taboos for Taiwanese people?

There are...

What is Taiwan, after all?

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Sat, 02 Nov 2002 04:57:28 GMT
What is Taiwan, after all?

Full country name: Republic of China
Area: 35,563 sq km (13,731 sq mi)
Population: 22.5 million
Capital city: Taipei (population 2.7 million)
People: Taiwanese (84%), Aboriginal (2%), Chinese(14%)
Language: Taiwanese, Mandarin Chinese
Religion: Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism
Government: Democratic Progressive Party
President: Chen Shui-bian

GDP: US$247 billion
GDP per head: US$16,100
Annual growth: 4.8%
Inflation:...

Housing costs

feeds@yuku.com (chris1206) — Wed, 23 Oct 2002 16:39:24 GMT
The last time I was looking for an apartment/room was about 2 years ago in the year 2000 when I was working as a web developer in Taipei. I ended up renting a room for 5000NT without utility and water. The place had a total of 3 rooms and the room size was good enough for one person. Also included was an air conditioner, cable TV and it was also furnished with a queen sized bed. I thought it was a pretty good price, right around the corner was a famous night market and also the MRT station...