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New Taipei City

New Taipei is the most populous city in northern Taiwan and surrounds the capital, Taipei. Visitors can explore attractions such as the National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, and Wulai District.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

New Taipei City
Gateway airport
Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Best season
Nov–Apr
Time zone
Asia/Taipei
Sights covered
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Taipei 101

Views & landmarks

Taipei 101

Taipei 101 is a 509-meter, 101-story skyscraper in Taipei, Taiwan. Once the world's tallest building, it offers an observation deck with sweeping views of the city.

National Palace Museum

Museums & galleries

National Palace Museum

A national museum in Taipei, Taiwan, and one of the leading cultural institutions of the Republic of China. Worth visiting for anyone wanting to experience Taiwan's history and culture while traveling.

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

Heritage & monuments

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

This memorial hall in Zhongzheng District was built in 1980 to honor Chiang Kai-shek, Taiwan's first president. It has since become a place to reflect on Taiwan's democratization and the martial law era.

Wulai District

Nature

Wulai District

Wulai District is a district of New Taipei City, Taiwan. It covers an area of 321.1306 km² and had a population of 6,146 as of August 2015.

Taipei Grand Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Taipei Grand Mosque

This mosque in Taipei, Taiwan, is the largest and oldest of its kind on the island. It offers a chance to explore both Islamic architecture and a center of faith in one place.

Shin Kong Life Tower

Views & landmarks

Shin Kong Life Tower

A towering skyscraper in downtown Taipei and one of the city's iconic landmarks. It's a great spot to take in panoramic views of the skyline.

Taipei Zoo

Zoos & aquariums

Taipei Zoo

Taiwan's leading zoo, boasting one of the largest grounds in Asia. It's popular with families, as animals can be seen in naturalistic habitats rather than cages.

Bangka Lungshan Temple

Temples & religious sites

Bangka Lungshan Temple

A traditional temple built in 1738 to honor Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy. Long a place of worship for local residents, it offers a calm atmosphere as you wander its incense-filled grounds.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

16° Jan
17° Feb
19° Mar
22° Apr
25° May
28° Jun
30° Jul
29° Aug
28° Sep
25° Oct
22° Nov
17° Dec

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