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Taiwan (/ˌtaɪˈwɑːn/ ( listen)), officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a state in East Asia. Its neighbors include the People's Republic of China (PRC) to the west, Japan to the northeast, and the Philippines to the south. It is the most populous state and largest economy that is not a member of the United Nations.
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1. Chaozhou Station
2. Taipei Metro System
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,294 reviews
Reviewed By Bulatai - Sydney, Australia
The MRT is very efficient and excellent to use. The easiest way is to purchase an Easy card and you can check you balance or add value at any station via the machines where you can select English or else go to a booth where the staff can assist, All stations have the train line and stations and maps of the exits and attractions in Chinese and English. The trains are on time and the platforms have the stations listed for that linel in Chinese and English. On board all carriages are clean and spotless and the stations are announced in Chinese and English. So easy to travel around Taipei.
3. Alishan Forest Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 300 reviews
The Alishan Forest Railway was built during the peak period of global railway technology. Four major engineering methods were used on this one railway. It has been a national landmark of Taiwan’s cultural landscape, serving as a witness to the historic development of Taiwan's forestry sector over the past 100 years. During the rocking, swaying journey up from Chiayi you’ll see the changes of plant species as you pass through three different forest zones: tropical, warm, and temperate. The various track sections also have their own unique characteristics, such as a spiral section (Dulishan Station), and the horseshoe bend (Shuisheliao Station), making this railway journey a truly rare attraction.
Reviewed By cristiannep2015 - Singapore, Singapore
Boarded the railway going up to the sunrise deck it is the most magical experience ever. The minute I saw the old railway I instantly felt like Im in Japan, especially the old train. There were few people in our cart so we can move freely which other carts dont have the luxury as they are filled up. I love looking at the window while the train was moving and having to see the fog over all these ancient trees. It gibes off that eery, mystical feeling. And the sound of the train tracks moving makes it more like it came straight out if a horror movie, but less on horror more on mystical. The train ride was very comfortable and I love the red glow it shows underneath when we arrived to our destination (see the picture). All in all it was a very memorable experience.
4. Taiwan High Speed Rail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,002 reviews
Reviewed By ROCruiser - Claremont, United States
The HSR took over most of the regular train system in Taiwan for faster and much easier accessibility. The airport MTR linked directly to the HSR station in Taoyuan for easy transit to southern Taiwan. We took the very first train from Taoyuan to Chiayi on our most recent trip and had a pleasant ride without too much hassle. The only thing is that I wish the luggage racks are bigger to accommodate more large bags that the passengers are bringing on the train.
5. Kaohsiung Subway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By CherryL403 - Austin, United States
Well prepared signage for directions in under ground and surrounding area. Stations have long platform with short train, and signs tell people with end to embark for which direction of train.
6. Gongguan Station （National Taiwan University）
7. Daan Park Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Daan Forest Park is a large area with many trees. The Daan Park Station is on the Red Line (Tanshui-Xinyi LIne). The Station won a design award, it is a natural light-filled space with a sunken garden. It has a circular plaza and cascade. The station gives convenient entry to Daan Forest Park. By the way, there is an underground car park near the station.
8. Banqiao Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Banqiao Station has come up in the world, it looks both bright and functional. You can buy High Speed Rail (HSR) tickets and also tickets for trains going down the island. You can access the Circular LIne. Be warned, the Blue Line MRT station is quite a long way away. However, there are many eateries to keep the worms from biting.
9. Taichung Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 763 reviews
Reviewed By BRSH
The new train station is a point of pride for Taichung, and the old station still stands as a piece of history. We enjoyed the whimsical sculptures outside of the new station and the convenient escalators.
10. Taipei Station
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 317 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Taipei Main Station is always crowded -- the Metro (MRT), High Speed Rail and Taoyuan Airport MRT all go through it. here's also a lot of shopping. Give yourself plenty of time, it can be confusing.
