Visiting the Tiny Island With 24 Million People

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    I'm so happy to be back in Taiwan, one of my favorite nations in the world! I was invited here by the Taiwan Tourism Bureau to cover parts of the island that I never knew existed, which led me down to the countryside to visit a few indigenous tribes. Did you know that the indigenous Taiwanese were the original settlers of the Philippines and many other Pacific Islands? I was fascinated to learn about this!
    Along the 4 day journey around Taiwan with Deanna, I found it fascinating to see the difference between rural life and city life, which became the concept of this story. We went to Taiwan's second-biggest city called Kaohsiung to uncover the differences between Taiwan’s rural areas and its bustling cities. I was mesmerized by the amazing temples and delicious food! Finally, we made our way to Taipei where I take you on a journey to understand the wacky (yet fun) culture and experience a night market - one of the singular best things about Taiwan.
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    P.S. - There are a few minor corrections to the video that I want to make - thank you to those who helped fact-check!
    1) At 1:40: Taiwan was under Japanese colonial rule from 1895 and left in 1945 at the end of World War II.
    2) At 1:35: I misspoke - The Spanish and Dutch colonies were actually in the 17th century.
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  • @drewbinsky
    @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +637

    Any other Taiwan fans out there? I'd love to hear from you in the comments here!! And if you have any questions about visiting the island, please ask away and I'll get back to you!

    • @farhanhaider2650
      @farhanhaider2650 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Drew i invite you to come my State JHARKHAND the most rich in minerals State in india but among backwards!

    • @jordanlaramore5430
      @jordanlaramore5430 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I love it there! I Studied Abroad there and trying to go back.

    • @farhanhaider2650
      @farhanhaider2650 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Being an Indian can I easily get tourist visa of Tiwan? And what is the ideology of Tiwannes regarding muslim will i have to face any problem being muslim or will have to struggle for halal food?

    • @chungbertflabbergast5995
      @chungbertflabbergast5995 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I used to live there when I was studying Chinese! It's beautiful, I hope to move on a permanent basis someday.

    • @Homer-OJ-Simpson
      @Homer-OJ-Simpson ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I haven't been there but I work for Taiwanese company...well, the American division of a Taiwanese company. I hope to go to their HQ. I really liked the Taiwanese individuals I've spoken to and learned interesting things about Taiwan.

  • @YanBrassard
    @YanBrassard ปีที่แล้ว +153

    That's interesting because I was in Taiwan about a week ago. I was amazed by Taipei, the safety, the cleanliness, people's sense of civility and all the good coffee shops (I'm a fan of coffee shops, this is the first thing I visit when I travel in a new city haha). I didn't visit the rural areas because I was afraid that it would be difficult to move without a car. But I could have visited Kaohsiung, I think the only reason why I didn't visit it was laziness. I'm also a huge fan of big cities so being in Taipei was incredibly amazing for me. I want to come again in January 2024. I'm living in Quebec, Canada and going back to Taiwan looks like a good idea to escape our annoying and depressing winters. Some people go to Cuba, Florida or Mexico, I will go to Taiwan! :p (I mean, if I can... it depends on a few variables)

    • @nGDgUpn
      @nGDgUpn ปีที่แล้ว +12

      That's interesting. My friend said the same thing about the coffee shops in Taiwan after he visited there the first time. He despises starbucks and laughs at anyone saying starbucks' coffee is good.

    • @Lion-hx8cc
      @Lion-hx8cc ปีที่แล้ว +4

      高雄將會是你逃離冬天的好地方
      😄😄😄

    • @kevindst
      @kevindst ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kaohsiung is great for a winter escape! But not Taipei because it's cold and wet

    • @YanBrassard
      @YanBrassard ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@kevindst honestly anything above 10C is hot enough for a Canadian in January 😄

    • @kevindst
      @kevindst ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@YanBrassard Oh but Canada is dry cold, Taipei is wet cold so 15C might feel a lot colder

  • @ednaco2355
    @ednaco2355 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I'd visited Taiwan in 2019 and love to comeback again ❤

  • @talkingtaiwan
    @talkingtaiwan ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We're the longest running Taiwan-related podcast, and you got it right! We've been hooked on your channel! Keep up with the great videos:)!

  • @ronnienestor
    @ronnienestor ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My niece and her friend visited Taiwanas tourists. They enjoyed their stay there. They claimed that Taiwanese immigration and people were friendly to them.
    I am not sure if it applies to all pinoys.
    My niece is rich and so her friend. Cheers from Philippines.

  • @kaimcintosh7569
    @kaimcintosh7569 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hi Drew! I'm from and live in Taiwan. I'm a huge fan of your content. Love your videos!

  • @NikoAwayyy
    @NikoAwayyy ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I was there this winter and had so much fun...missing the night markets

  • @lenardregencia
    @lenardregencia ปีที่แล้ว +4

    1:29 Taiwan/Formosa is where the Austronesian People came from.
    Greetings from the Philippines.

  • @369tayaholic5
    @369tayaholic5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Taiwan has kind people, amazing food, landscapes, convenience, freedom, unique cultures, and holds the most important technology of the world. Protect this island country at all cost from that jealous neighbor!

    • @legowagfles7287
      @legowagfles7287 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      “Jealous” China’s economy is massive compared to Taiwan. I assure you, they’re not jealous lol

    • @Mia-sp5wh
      @Mia-sp5wh ปีที่แล้ว

      @@legowagfles7287then why do they want to take over Taiwan then

  • @lohith_sai
    @lohith_sai ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Wow, Taiwan has a lot to offer its tourist. I had no idea about Taiwan before watching this video. I hope to visit this awesome country someday
    I've a question... Were you able the digest the exotic horrible dishes "Tofu/Duck Blood" which you tried in the Market?
    Loved this vlog from Chennai🇮🇳

    • @jiji7250
      @jiji7250 ปีที่แล้ว

      duck blood doesn’t has taste it just feels like eating pudding .

  • @Tareq2001
    @Tareq2001 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    China and USA are fighting for this island in the south sea.Hope Taiwan will avoid this conflict. Thank you drew for exploring this beautiful Island and i love their cluture, cusine, tribe very much...

    • @joelwieland1767
      @joelwieland1767 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well there will be no conflict if china doesn't invade, simple as

    • @nickhexum01
      @nickhexum01 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The USA isn't fighting to control Taiwan. China is. That's a pretty big difference.

  • @scottsworld
    @scottsworld ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dunno if I'm more impressed with Taiwan as a holiday destination OR the fact you have 3.77 MILLION subscribers 🤯

  • @misterpink808
    @misterpink808 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Taiwan looks amazing! I knew nothing of it until now. I'd love to go!

  • @angel791022
    @angel791022 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    非常有趣,很開心你造訪台灣,我是台灣人
    我剛好在搜尋外國人來台灣旅行,想以不同的視角看自己的國家
    發現你介紹的很好,拍的視角跟取景也很棒
    特別的是部落的部分,我甚至沒有去過那邊
    也推薦你霧台部落在屏東,那邊也非常的美
    如果有機會也可以去新竹的司馬庫斯,那邊也超棒!
    另外台灣有非常多的溫泉(Hot Spring),甚至很多是野溪溫泉(Wild Hot Spring)
    有機會你一定要試試看

  • @TIERAJBENT
    @TIERAJBENT ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been to Taiwan pretty cool, thailand is my fav

  • @CharlesXavier
    @CharlesXavier 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As much as I enjoy Taiwan, you really should explore more of China, Drew. You'll be absolutely amazed by the diverse culture and cuisine there.

  • @tylerensminger
    @tylerensminger ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seems like a nice place. Maybe one day I'll go there

  • @ahom9387
    @ahom9387 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved your video!! Am headed to Taiwan for the first time next month!

  • @joshuanavarro8925
    @joshuanavarro8925 ปีที่แล้ว

    Taiwan Number 1! 🇹🇼

  • @alesh2275
    @alesh2275 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I love Taiwan!

  • @achmadariezki
    @achmadariezki ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah Drew, I like brushing outside too 👍

  • @fajarsatria1810
    @fajarsatria1810 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ini video Drew Binsky yang keren banget tentang Taiwan. Wow sudah 6 kali. Semoga Drew bisa mengunjungi beautiful Indonesia setelah dari Taiwan. Exciting to see his video again...

  • @dumbtex6107
    @dumbtex6107 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t wait to go what an awesome country its so unique it’s like if Mongolia japan and Malaysia had a baby it’s beautiful

  • @Dracopol
    @Dracopol ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great stuff. Taiwan maximizes happiness and prosperity because it firmly keeps Communism out and keeps freedom in!

  • @sarahcoleman3598
    @sarahcoleman3598 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    My favorite place in the world. I studied in Kaohsiung for 2 months last summer, and traveled the entire island. I just received a job offer in Taichung beginning in August. Knowing I’m about to live jn Taiwan feels like a dream. It’s the most beautiful place full of the most amazing people.

    • @xxoo6303
      @xxoo6303 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    • @Lion-hx8cc
      @Lion-hx8cc ปีที่แล้ว +6

      為妳台中生活開心
      台中很適合生活
      期待你之後探索台灣離島❤️

    • @huachang126
      @huachang126 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      welcome to Taichung😊

    • @DNTWREX
      @DNTWREX ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What job offer?

  • @SouthMapper
    @SouthMapper ปีที่แล้ว +325

    Taiwan is the most mountainous island in the world.
    Taiwan is considered to have the highest concentration of high mountains of any island in the world. In fact, 2/3rd of the island is covered in mountains. Even though Taiwan is subtropical, the peaks of these mountains receive snow in winter.

    • @blueshirt26
      @blueshirt26 ปีที่แล้ว

      @JOKOWI THE GREAT PRESIDENT hi Indonesia truly Indognesial, the true stealing culture of SEA.

    • @user-wy1yb7zj1j
      @user-wy1yb7zj1j ปีที่แล้ว +20

      The tea from these mountains are one of the best in the world

    • @louielooyi
      @louielooyi ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Interesting to know that... but may i know what is the statistic data that support the statement?

    • @TatisRingwormCreme
      @TatisRingwormCreme ปีที่แล้ว +4

      *New Guinea*: has entered the chat...

    • @irmakalember3709
      @irmakalember3709 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow interesting

  • @sanjaychannel1528
    @sanjaychannel1528 ปีที่แล้ว +461

    As an Indian living in Taiwan, I think Taiwan is very diverse with many cultures and indigenous culture. I highly suggest you to visit the outlying islands in Taiwan, and go to hsinchu where the semiconductor industry booms.

    • @thelastninja4825
      @thelastninja4825 ปีที่แล้ว

      better do this soon, China will take over in the near future

    • @TML0677
      @TML0677 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes. With many diverse Chinese people

    • @chueee8950
      @chueee8950 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Yes, Taiwan has got diverse with cultures., like Japanese, western cultures , aboriginal and the Han people cultures.

    • @TML0677
      @TML0677 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@chueee8950 Yes, Western Chinese cultures...and eastern chinese....and northern chinese, and southern chinese.....cultures

    • @SahilKumar-hy2ic
      @SahilKumar-hy2ic ปีที่แล้ว +3

      India me Kahan se ho aap??

  • @susu2345
    @susu2345 ปีที่แล้ว +591

    I’m a big supporter of Taiwan - it's an amazing, independent, and fully democratic country that's definitely a hidden gem of Asia! Trust me, it's absolutely worth a visit!

    • @TheseOldCards
      @TheseOldCards ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Not until China takes it eventually. It’ll happen one day unfortunately

    • @janetsu5199
      @janetsu5199 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheseOldCards China is so weak that it can't do anything to take Taiwan.

    • @floo1465
      @floo1465 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      @@TheseOldCards well, i’d sure like to see them try

    • @Synth08
      @Synth08 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Its not independent?

    • @floo1465
      @floo1465 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      @@Synth08 it definitely is independent

  • @FlaneganB
    @FlaneganB ปีที่แล้ว +143

    I am from Northern Borneo of Malaysia, one of the tribe shares the similarities between the Taiwanese Indigenous tribe. Fortunate enough to travel all over Taiwan and explore around the East side where majority of the Indigenous live.
    Man, I feel like home but at the same time my brain can't sync because everyone speak mandarin instead of Borneo indigenous language (Dusun or Murut) but the look feels like I'm back home.
    When I tell them I am Northern Borneo Indigenous, suddenly everyone wanted to be friend with me and check whether our culture and custom shares the similarities... Indeed there's a similarities.
    Wish I can visit again and stay longer on the East side of Taiwan.

    • @drewbinsky
      @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That’s so interesting - thx for sharing!

    • @bctvanw
      @bctvanw ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Besides the aboriginals, most of the Chinese Malaysian and Chinese Taiwanese populations came from the same regions of Fujian/Hokkien and Guangdong/Canton areas hundreds of years ago.
      A lot of Taiwanese are classified as ethnic Chinese, but are actually mixed. For example, Taiwanese president Tsai is a mix of Hakka Chinese and Paiwan aboriginal, but since her grandfather is Hakka and her grand mother is Paiwan, Tsai is classified as Hakka Chinese.

    • @florachen2676
      @florachen2676 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@drewbinsky
      You should check the moon world in Kaohsuing,
      the mood world is so intriguing, it'll make you
      feel like being in another
      space or universe.
      In Taiwan, most temples
      are of taoism .
      When living in Boston, one
      day I went to a concert
      which is about indian music,but to my surprise, it sounds almost like the music of aboriginals in Taiwan.

    • @AngryKittens
      @AngryKittens ปีที่แล้ว +11

      If you don't know already. Aboriginal Taiwanese, Islander Southeast Asians (Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, etc.), the Cham people of southern Vietnam and Cambodia, the Tsat people of Hainan (China), Micronesians (Guam, Palau, Yap, etc.), Islander Melanesians (Vanuatuans, Fijians, etc.), Polynesians (Samoans, Hawaiians, Maori, etc.), and Malagasy (Madagascar) are all Austronesians. So yes, you are related

    • @AngryKittens
      @AngryKittens ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you're Dusun, you'll also notice strong similarities in your culture with highlander groups in the Philippines and in Sulawesi.

  • @cuplord5281
    @cuplord5281 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    1:42 Correction: Japan did not take Taiwan after World War ll, it did in the 1895 Treaty of Shimonoseki after Japan's victory over the Qing Dynasty. Taiwan became apart of the ROC on the Mainland in 1945 after Japan lost WW2, however, after the Civil War the ROC on the mainland lost and moved to Taiwan.

    • @Claro1993
      @Claro1993 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Actually after the Chinese Civil War the Communists (Chinese Communist Party) won and took control of the Mainland that became known as the People’s Republic of China while the Nationalists (Kuomintang) lost and retreated to the island of Taiwan.

    • @AlexTrup
      @AlexTrup ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Claro1993Interesting, could you point to a source for more info on this? Thanks.

    • @cuplord5281
      @cuplord5281 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Claro1993 Yes that's what I said, thanks for the info though.

    • @criskity
      @criskity ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cuplord5281 Maybe it's because you wrote "apart" instead of "a part".

    • @drewbinsky
      @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Thank you for the correction

  • @robthetraveler1099
    @robthetraveler1099 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    Fun fact: Taiwan is considered by linguists to be the original homeland of the Polynesians, the place from they spread out over vast areas of the Pacific over thousands of years.

    • @jkk5001
      @jkk5001 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      On the east coast it’s not uncommon to come across some dudes who are just freaks of nature built, big and gigantic size , 300 lbs 6 footers, which is rarely seem among the han population, probably polys are the distant cousins of certain big people from these tribes

    • @EcEryda
      @EcEryda ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@jkk5001 Is this in regards to the East coast of Taiwan? Do you by chance know the name of this city?

    • @jkk5001
      @jkk5001 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@EcEryda yeah the east coast of Taiwan, the major cities are Hualian city and Taitung city. but indigenous tribes are usually very remote and not so approachable without public transports .

    • @jiji7250
      @jiji7250 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jkk5001 they truly don’t get any recognition at all.

    • @somedaywellknow1811
      @somedaywellknow1811 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The austronesians in general.

  • @ksawerykaminski2606
    @ksawerykaminski2606 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    As a Polish used to study in Taiwan, i can say it's one of my favorite countries! The food, the kind people, the landscapes, and the convenience, almost everything there got me missing them! After watching this i'm definitely considering revisiting there asap!

    • @VicenteChenHolaatodos
      @VicenteChenHolaatodos ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wish you be back ❤🇵🇱🇹🇼

    • @duneking7541
      @duneking7541 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      As I Taiwanese I can tell you that the food is indeed the best

    • @LilySelahung
      @LilySelahung 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Taiwan Favoritte Saya.Bahkan Saya Ingin Bersuami Orang Taiwan....

  • @tanzongyuan8702
    @tanzongyuan8702 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    Im a Singaporean and this is why Taiwan is my favorite country in the whole world. I love the people, food, city, nightlife, climate, nature, religion, safety, music, literally everything i can ask for. And the only bad things are honestly not within their control, geopolitics and natural disasters

    • @hayabusa1329
      @hayabusa1329 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I like Taiwanese because they are Chinese culturally and behave more like Japanese as well. They don't speak mandarin to everyone like entitled Mainland Chinese

  • @HARIOUMSNDASH
    @HARIOUMSNDASH ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Love to the COUNTRY OF TAIWAN.
    from Republic of INDIA.

    • @rickylau8220
      @rickylau8220 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s republic of China

  • @janetlatoja
    @janetlatoja ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I worked in Kaohsiung for 6yrs, I miss the food and my taiwanese second family..It was 15yrs ago and looking forward to visit my best friend again.Thanks Drew for this video.

    • @israelajala496
      @israelajala496 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re going to have an amazing trip going down memory lane. I wish you the best in your journey! :)

  • @mattanain10
    @mattanain10 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I just visited Taiwan this month and it was a very peaceful and comforting place 🥺. Will come back in July!!

  • @dancingbird233
    @dancingbird233 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Taiwan was one of the best places I’ve lived. When I first moved there I had a dream that the island was alive and it was female. It’s a magical place no doubt.

  • @MadShenans
    @MadShenans ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you for showing the wonders of this amazing, free country! Can’t wait to visit this beautiful, free nation for years to come.

  • @marcopozonxkluzib5998
    @marcopozonxkluzib5998 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I remember 1 time, I had these 2 customers, both of them have this Chinese face features. For just a conversation, I ask them if they are chinese? And without hesitations, a hand gesture and a facial expression, they quickly answered that they are Taiwanese. They really don't want to be called or be associated with China.

    • @user-qwertyuiopasdfghj
      @user-qwertyuiopasdfghj ปีที่แล้ว

      Then they should give all the treasures in the palace museum taken by KMT in 1949 back to China if they are not republic of China anymore and stop using our precious flag designed by national heros of China

  • @gracecheng6413
    @gracecheng6413 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    A jewel like Taiwan needs everyone to protect it, please voice your support for Taiwan, don’t be a bystander, thank you . 🙏

  • @kjul.
    @kjul. ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Taiwan - what China could've been! Love from Germany 🙂🇩🇪🇹🇼♥️

    • @Hugo-jb7qz
      @Hugo-jb7qz ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Germany for selling German military equipments to ROC 🇹🇼 during wwii.

  • @Homer-OJ-Simpson
    @Homer-OJ-Simpson ปีที่แล้ว +90

    This is a great. I follow lots of traveler youtube channels and honestly, this is the first one I've seen on Taiwan from them. I've had to specifically look up Taiwan on youtube before to see the content. It's great you are bringing attention to Taiwan and hopefully helps some people decide a trip there is worth it.

    • @drewbinsky
      @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much!

    • @Homer-OJ-Simpson
      @Homer-OJ-Simpson ปีที่แล้ว

      @JOKOWI THE GREAT PRESIDENT a trip to Taiwan got me will likely include time in Malaysia or Indonesia

  • @Miss_Hannah
    @Miss_Hannah ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Taiwan is our lost Brother 🇵🇭❤️🇹🇼 the austronesian family 🌾🌸💮

  • @thephoenix3155
    @thephoenix3155 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Taiwan might be the most underrated countries in the world! It looks phenomenal! Love from the UK! 🇬🇧 🇹🇼 😃 😊

  • @louisxtra
    @louisxtra ปีที่แล้ว +511

    Thank you Drew for putting Taiwan on your platform. With all that his going on around the world, Taiwan needs all the support it can get :)

    • @user-mc1rg8wy5e
      @user-mc1rg8wy5e ปีที่แล้ว +59

      @schrodingerskatze2162 Hello Winnie the Pooh

    • @ck-bs2ms
      @ck-bs2ms ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@user-mc1rg8wy5e hello puppet

    • @bits_for_bytes
      @bits_for_bytes ปีที่แล้ว

      Don’t feel sad Taiwan - Xina is actively trying to steal land territory from Mongolia, Kazakhstan, India,Afghanistan, Burma/Myanmar, Vietnam, Tibet, Philippines, and Bhutan and all of Africa. The CCP is horrible aggressors and bullies.

    • @miliba
      @miliba ปีที่แล้ว +32

      @Schrödingers Katze
      50 cents and +50000 social credit points

    • @mradventurer8104
      @mradventurer8104 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Taiwan needs 100,000 proper drones to defend itself. That would help. I know they are building but it is going quite slow. But let's hope war won't happen.

  • @raninury0123
    @raninury0123 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Omg I miss Taiwan so much, I spent 2 years to study there ❤ is like my second home, I will come back in the future!!

  • @ruei-jyunchang-speedcuber7117
    @ruei-jyunchang-speedcuber7117 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    I was so lucky to meet you at the amazing Ding Tai Fung when you were in Taiwan! Still can't believe I happened to meet and take photos with my favorite traveling TH-camr! Hope you have enjoyed everything here! And thanks a lot for introducing the current situation and the culture of Taiwan to the world. Everything that can help us stand out is important to us. Everyone from this tiny island loves to show great hospitality to foreigners that visit here!❤

  • @thorts
    @thorts ปีที่แล้ว +149

    Do you mean TINY COUNTRY? My family and I have visited twice from Australia and it's our favorite country in the world!!! We love Taiwan sooooooo much! Amazing scenery, beautiful food and such warm hearted kind people!

    • @ANXZ07
      @ANXZ07 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      When did Taiwan become a country?
      Why is Tsai Ing-wen pushing for Taiwan independence?

    • @jasyillnel4402
      @jasyillnel4402 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Republic of china 🇹🇼 you mean

    • @winoveruu
      @winoveruu ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@jasyillnel4402 no

    • @ANXZ07
      @ANXZ07 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@winoveruu After the dollar collapses , most states in America will be sovereign countries.

    • @369tayaholic5
      @369tayaholic5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@ANXZ07 You don't have to be anywhere to show your desperate insecurity dude

  • @conrad1478
    @conrad1478 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    Very brave and noble of you to call Taiwan a country. You got my respect bro

    • @TML0677
      @TML0677 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Warmongering is noble? Interesting

    • @conrad1478
      @conrad1478 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@TML0677 Really?

    • @thescotchirishman3373
      @thescotchirishman3373 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@TML0677 simp

    • @ANXZ07
      @ANXZ07 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@conrad1478 When did Taiwan become a country?
      Why is Tsai Ing-wen pushing for Taiwan independence?

    • @-zn6du
      @-zn6du ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ANXZ07 Whether you like it or not Taiwan is a country in its own right, it is a democratic progressive government which is anti-communist. Last time I checked Xi JinPing was not the ruler of Taiwan. China would never legalise same sex marriage like Taiwan has. Get your facts right

  • @Kentsz.N
    @Kentsz.N ปีที่แล้ว +101

    As a Hong Konger, we love Taiwan and Taiwanese as well !!

    • @jjsamuelgunn1136
      @jjsamuelgunn1136 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, people can kill their girlfriend there and then fly home safely to HK without getting caught.

    • @anton161817
      @anton161817 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jjsamuelgunn1136 wtf

    • @jjsamuelgunn1136
      @jjsamuelgunn1136 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@anton161817 get up to date

    • @anton161817
      @anton161817 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@jjsamuelgunn1136 lol im not even from that area of the globe. Just was surprised to see such a negative comment, one person can destroy the image of an entire country for you? That's unhealthy mentality my guy.

    • @Dept246
      @Dept246 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But Taiwan won’t let you immigrate there. The separatists want to maintain their majority.

  • @mishtidoi02
    @mishtidoi02 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Just watching the countryside of Taiwan takes all the stress away and brings a smile on my face….much love from India

  • @TravelWithXtian
    @TravelWithXtian ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I am so excited to visit and celebrate my birthday in Taiwan in November. ❤️🇹🇼 Love from The Philippines! 😍🇵🇭

  • @ramtv4846
    @ramtv4846 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I’ve been there past two years I’m working at kaoshiung nice place and great people..I miss Taiwan days..now I’m here at Canada

  • @jimmytaiwan
    @jimmytaiwan ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I am a Taiwanese who came across your channel a few months ago. You are one of my favorite TH-camr and an amazing storyteller.
    Taiwanese people love food so much. There is a saying we use to greet each other. Instead of asking 'how are you?', we would say 'have you eaten?'. I believe food is a big part of our culture. You can also find something to eat 24/7 in Taiwan.
    Indigenous culture in Taiwan also fascinates me. Some professors believe that the origin of Austronesian ethnic groups is from Taiwan due to the diversity of languages and the evidence of Papermulberry seeds carried by indigenous people to other islands. However, research and discussions are still ongoing in the academic field.
    Taiwanese people are known for being super welcoming and friendly. Taiwan is definitely a hidden gem to explore.
    Great job, Drew. If you ever visit Taiwan, I would love to show you a different view of Taiwan.

  • @hugoingelhammar6163
    @hugoingelhammar6163 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Kaohsiung surprised me very much when I was there in 2016. Didn't know about the city before, but a friend of mine was studying chinese there, so I went to visit. I spent almost a week there and never ran out of things to do. Highly recommend!

  • @marklandes3229
    @marklandes3229 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I was in Taiwan 1972-73 --student at the Stanford Center in Taipei. I lived with a local family in Shih lin. I went back to Taiwan after I got married (1976-78) and worked in the National Palace Museum as a translator in the library and as secretary to the Director Chiang Fu-tsung. I also taught English at night (Bushiban cram school). Our daughter was born in Taiwan. Good people, great food, beautiful countryside. Had to be careful what you said and read the first time (Chiang K'ai-shek was president) and things eased up the second visit.

  • @esthersdaughterlong8149
    @esthersdaughterlong8149 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Wow Drew. I'm not sure about the city, yes I would visit, but up in the mountains is beautiful.
    Thank you for sharing your trip with us.
    I'm praying for protection for Taiwan.

  • @MeriamAlom
    @MeriamAlom ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Taiwan is Soo beautiful I live here for 6 years and I'm so much injoy to explore here . 😍

  • @PraiseEmmmanuel
    @PraiseEmmmanuel ปีที่แล้ว +16

    taiwan is a destination i wanna visit. I wanna spend 4 weeks. I heard it has a good mix of beaches, mountains and city life. Also the music/musicians that come out of taiwan are soooo goood

    • @huachang126
      @huachang126 ปีที่แล้ว

      recommend Sunset Rollercoaster and 珂拉琪 to you😊😊

  • @Judicial78
    @Judicial78 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Tiny COUNTRY of 24 million people.
    Independent military.
    Independent elections.
    Independent press and media.
    Independent politics and alliances.
    Independent economy.
    That's an independent soveriegn nation. Long live Taiwan!

    • @Judicial78
      @Judicial78 ปีที่แล้ว

      @wgh No nation relies on others for their sovereignty. Only force provides sovereignty, be it through alliances or brute strength.
      This guy... imagine waiting for OTHERS to tell you you are a sovereign nation. The only Pariah here is the CCP tyrants who want to create chinese global hegemony. NOT GOING TO HAPPEN.

  • @MemoryLoss..
    @MemoryLoss.. ปีที่แล้ว +54

    That’s the best video of Taiwan that I’ve ever seen, you are truly good at making videos. Taiwan it’s a rich and diversified country. 🌺 🇹🇼

    • @gojb1998
      @gojb1998 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Per international law, Taiwan is a Chinese province. Taiwan is a beautiful province of China. Please express your appreciation for the island of Taiwan without undermining Chinese sovereignty.

    • @dwj8620
      @dwj8620 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@gojb1998 Let the people of Taiwan decide that

    • @DinaalSAVAGE4321
      @DinaalSAVAGE4321 ปีที่แล้ว

      *a part of china

    • @vc1741
      @vc1741 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gojb1998 u are ignorant

    • @LiberianChimp
      @LiberianChimp ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@gojb1998 nah taiwan has its own government with no communist interference, it’s a country by standards

  • @vc1741
    @vc1741 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Wow didn’t expect to see my hometown in this channel
    Welcome to Taiwan, one of the most beautiful and friendly countries in the world ❤

  • @choohy5798
    @choohy5798 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Thanks Drew for putting much effort into this Taiwan video! The quality of your videos has improved over time!🎉❤Love from Singapore!!👍🇹🇼❤🇸🇬

  • @andiburns1213
    @andiburns1213 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Peace forever to the beautiful people in Taiwan. 🥰🥰🥰

  • @bingsterc7621
    @bingsterc7621 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Taiwan is one of the MOST UNDERRATED COUNTRIES in the World.

    • @DragonPupEclipse
      @DragonPupEclipse ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s crazy underrated that when you make a poll asking which country is underrated. Nobody in their head would have thought putting Taiwan.

    • @369tayaholic5
      @369tayaholic5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      can say it's the hidden gem or the hidden Wakanda of Asia.

  • @this_is_a-wei
    @this_is_a-wei ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Hi, I am a Taiwanese, these sentenses may have some grammer mistakes, but I have to say: "I am so glad that our country can be seen by the world!"

    • @mchappy7185
      @mchappy7185 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      By seeing this video, Taipei is one of the best. ;)

    • @sazji
      @sazji 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We’re glad to see it, and it is a place I still hope to visit. Also your sentences were perfect. :-)

    • @this_is_a-wei
      @this_is_a-wei 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@sazji Really!?Thank you!(衷心感謝)

  • @UseYourNoodle
    @UseYourNoodle ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Fantastic as always - a friend of mine and his brother moved out there from the UK almost 20 years ago and absolutely love the country. I really hope to visit one day 🌞

    • @Lion-hx8cc
      @Lion-hx8cc ปีที่แล้ว +1

      歡迎你來台灣旅遊
      小琉球,東海岸,澎湖
      是我最愛的地方
      小琉球我去了4次,在台灣南邊的一個小島
      海邊有海膽有珊瑚,乾淨的海水,白色的沙子,我在那邊與海龜一起浮潛
      一生值得你去一次

    • @UseYourNoodle
      @UseYourNoodle ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Lion-hx8cc I wish I could translate 😔

    • @tp76ben5
      @tp76ben5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same as me. I came to Taiwan in 2004 , planned to stay there a year and never left. Same as a friend who visited me and has been here since.

  • @劉黑黑-o8z
    @劉黑黑-o8z ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Welcome to Taiwan, I’m proud to be Taiwanese, love to see how much you love our island, we have plenty of amazing food from each cities, you should also try the fruits in Taiwan as well, as Taiwan is the kingdom of fruits. Taiwan also have the most beautiful landscapes of all, they don’t call Taiwan Formosa for no reason 🇹🇼

    • @SomuaSomua
      @SomuaSomua ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Man I wish I could go

  • @Everfrosty
    @Everfrosty 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Long live Taiwan! 🇹🇼 fantastic country w everything to offer from food to beauty to culture

  • @Khurrum07
    @Khurrum07 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Fallen in love with Taiwan ❤️ The people are beautiful & the food looks amazing 🤌🏼

  • @laniegarcia9647
    @laniegarcia9647 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    I've been working in Taiwan and I like to live Taiwan, they're loyal, honest, friendly, and industrious people,, Beautiful people and no need for War, evil people like to destroy them but God bless them.

  • @gvbalajee
    @gvbalajee ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I Love Taiwan's and Taiwanese

  • @DrewSchroeder
    @DrewSchroeder ปีที่แล้ว +69

    I went to Tainan Taiwan for the chinese new year this year. very rural city. You're right. These people are SO humble. the night markets are the spots to be. I fed 6 people for like $18. a Starfruit the size of my head was less than $1. If everything works out, I'll go next year too!

    • @KoelAnderson
      @KoelAnderson ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I wouldn’t really say Tainan is rural…maybe the outskirts but it’s really a full fledge city.

    • @drewbinsky
      @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🙏🙏🙏

    • @Hugo-jb7qz
      @Hugo-jb7qz ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@drewbinsky Is your girlfriend Taiwanese?

    • @russelbordon8880
      @russelbordon8880 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Hugo-jb7qz Nope, that's his wife already and she's a filipina.

  • @syedamarmusa6512
    @syedamarmusa6512 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Being a Pakistani unfortunately I can’t visit Taiwan on Pakistani passport coz taiwan isn’t recognised by Pakistan due to close relations with China but hope I’ll make it to there someday & somehow maybe on another passport if not Pakistani. Breathtaking place tbh

    • @awake_at_the_wheel7644
      @awake_at_the_wheel7644 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That doesn't have to be a hurdle. Taiwan isn't officially recognized by a bunch of countries, and I think all of them are welcome in Taiwan. For some countries there's visa-free entry, for others -like Pakistan- you need a visa.

    • @HardQoo
      @HardQoo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      台灣有一些巴基斯坦人工作或讀書。

  • @lilytea3
    @lilytea3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    0:34: Taiwan has a population of 24 million people despite its small size.
    1:00: Taiwan is known for its technological innovation and strong economy.
    1:23: Taiwan has a rich history, including colonization by Spanish, Dutch, and Japanese forces.
    7:42: X is excited to explore the countryside and go trekking through the village.
    9:16: The rukai tribe has preserved their way of life despite Taiwan's modernization.
    9:53: X prefers the peacefulness of the village over the crowded city of Taipei.
    16:46: The guide tells them about a strange sleeping superstition.
    17:31: They wake up to crazy weather in the morning.
    19:57: The woman feels relaxed and stress-free in the mountains.
    25:12: 7-Eleven in Taipei serves draft beer and offers various services like a travel agency.
    25:58: Chile Night Market is the best night market in Taipei, offering a wide range of food, games, and cultural experiences.
    26:39: Hot star Fried Chicken at the night market is a must-try and known for its delicious taste.
    Recap by Tammy AI

  • @KevinSmith-rg6ug
    @KevinSmith-rg6ug ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Have been twice. have 2 children teaching in Taichung and was there again this Jan. Took a road trip around the island and highlights were Juifen Old Market, Tokora Gorge and Chimei Museum in Tainan. National Palace Museum in Taipei also a must plus all the night markets. Sun Moon Lake from 2000 visit well worth a visit. Safe, affordable and everything works. Coming from Cape Town its a wonderful change of culture.

  • @quirky_geminight
    @quirky_geminight ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Taiwanese are nice and kind people. Living in Kaohsiung for almost a year now, and I am a witness of how they take seriously their garbage disposal. The convenience store is topnotch, they really put convenience on another level. The city is clean and they value parks as park are everywhere. ❤❤❤ Love it here

    • @oliveslays
      @oliveslays 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      awh ❤ i need to visit!

  • @maruthinyogeesh3129
    @maruthinyogeesh3129 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Taiwan is beautiful country!!!! Love people, love food, love nature, love temples, .... Everyone should visit this amazing country!

    • @ANXZ07
      @ANXZ07 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      When did Taiwan become a country?
      Why is Tsai Ing-wen pushing for Taiwan independence?

    • @-zn6du
      @-zn6du ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ANXZ07 whats your problem/obsession with writing this comment on every one calling Taiwan a country. Whether you like it or not Taiwan is a country in its own right, it is a democratic progress government which is anti-communist. Last time I checked Xi JinPing was not the ruler of Taiwan. China would never legalise same sex marriage like Taiwan has. Get your facts right.

    • @小菁-f3c
      @小菁-f3c ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ANXZ07 國父孫中山創立的是中華民國 我們有自己的軍隊 貨幣和政府經濟也獨立也有護照可通知及免簽的國家比大陸還多
      你怎麼不問習進平所屬的共產黨為什麼要偷取大陸 讓中國成為沒有民主自由的共產國家庭
      台灣 中華民國才是中國人的希望所在

    • @jackhu7512
      @jackhu7512 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@ANXZ07 Taiwan is a country de facto. No matter you admit or not, Taiwan is independent and never ever ruled by the Chinese Communist Party.

    • @RayQiaoTW
      @RayQiaoTW ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @ANXZ07 The ROC became a country in 1912, before the PRC even existed…

  • @grahampotter5039
    @grahampotter5039 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I personally recognize Taiwan as a country.

  • @giannishen
    @giannishen ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Welcome to Taiwan,歡迎來臺灣!
    You did a really great job,這集真的拍得很棒!
    Thanks a lot for sharing,感謝分享!👍😄👏

    • @Debarghaya_Mukherjee
      @Debarghaya_Mukherjee ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PRC comming......

    • @giannishen
      @giannishen ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​ Debarghaya Mukherjee Your translate is wrong, coming...... is correct!

    • @Debarghaya_Mukherjee
      @Debarghaya_Mukherjee ปีที่แล้ว

      @@giannishen yes yes same thing

    • @giannishen
      @giannishen ปีที่แล้ว +6

      ​Debarghaya Mukherjee You should type: Yes, it is the same thing.
      Little pink always uses the wrong translated software.

    • @Debarghaya_Mukherjee
      @Debarghaya_Mukherjee ปีที่แล้ว

      @@giannishen little pink?? Whose that

  • @mizuhayt
    @mizuhayt ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Taiwan is so underrated! I was there in March and didn't expect to be one of my favorite countries. Very accessible, great food and the locals are so kind.

    • @joshf-w9602
      @joshf-w9602 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Just came back from Taiwan and completely agree, the night markets are such a vibe, people are friendly, and public transport is very efficient

  • @antoniobauza2637
    @antoniobauza2637 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I‘ve been twice in Taiwan and I am so amazed by this country, but first and foremost by the people. Definitely one of my favorite nations too
    I want to thank you for this video because this will raise the awareness that this country deserves.
    Greetings from a Spanish guy living in Germany ✌🏼
    #visittaiwan🇹🇼
    #taiwanisarealcountry

  • @Radee1989
    @Radee1989 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Taiwan is great, nice and beautiful people with modern and very advanced country. I love Taiwan. Long live Taiwan

  • @erwinbasallote8692
    @erwinbasallote8692 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Love taiwan from the philippines 🇵🇭 🇹🇼

  • @LeafpoolTheMedCat
    @LeafpoolTheMedCat ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The indigenous people of Taiwan are not only related to the people of the Philippines but also Indonesians, Malays, and Pacific Islanders such as the Māori of New Zealand and the Native Hawaiians of the United States. Yes - there is an island that belongs to the United States called Ni‘ihau whose inhabitants still speak Hawaiian, a language that originated in Taiwan.

    • @Sammyduo214
      @Sammyduo214 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yes they are :) from clothes to food and language it is very close to the northern people of the Philippines 😊

    • @micahchenming
      @micahchenming 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hawaiian did not originate in Taiwan, it originates in Hawaii.

  • @toniarizala248
    @toniarizala248 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love Taiwan❤.I worked there for 13 years.

  • @karenrouth329
    @karenrouth329 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I was born in Taipei in 1956 while my father was stationed there so i have no real memories. It was great finding this video to get a quick overview. Might be time to visit by birthplace.

  • @jonathanray5066
    @jonathanray5066 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Language, history and art of the austronesian indigenous is pretty important because its one of the oldest roots for the Austronesian expansion into the Philippines, then to Malaysia, Indonesia, then further to Madagascar, and east towards polynesia. It would be amazing to figure out the links between the mainland and Taiwan but I am pretty sure all of the austronesian traces at the Mainland (China) side is long gone due to assimilation.

  • @Lion-hx8cc
    @Lion-hx8cc ปีที่แล้ว +71

    台灣不大
    但你總能在這裡找到屬於自己再次回來台灣的理由與善良的人們

    • @Helius6289
      @Helius6289 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      說的很好!

    • @AazonLee
      @AazonLee ปีที่แล้ว +4

      我也好想去台湾玩😢希望大陆自由行能开放😭

    • @veryinterestingpersonaliti8321
      @veryinterestingpersonaliti8321 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AazonLee why?

    • @Xetron1978
      @Xetron1978 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@veryinterestingpersonaliti8321 Why not?

    • @魏彪-b8c
      @魏彪-b8c ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AazonLee 解放之后再去

  • @aliceneba
    @aliceneba ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Been here for 2 years and I said the same thing too “everything is nice”

  • @sheep2nd
    @sheep2nd ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Thank you for posting a video about my country, I was born in the USA but moved to Taiwan 🇹🇼 Thank you for posting a video about my underrated country!

    • @drewbinsky
      @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lovely!!!

    • @sheep2nd
      @sheep2nd ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drewbinsky Thanks!

  • @DarkFalconAnimations
    @DarkFalconAnimations ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I just got back from a holiday in Taiwan with my family!

    • @Unknowngfyjoh
      @Unknowngfyjoh ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you have to isolate for 7 days upon arrival?

    • @janewu4303
      @janewu4303 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Unknowngfyjoh不用喔!

  • @LukeGeeTravels
    @LukeGeeTravels ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I’m going to Taiwan in December and I’m so excited to explore the country! From Taipei to Jiufen, Yushan and much more! 🇹🇼

    • @oliveslays
      @oliveslays 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      how was taiwan!!? 🇹🇼

    • @LukeGeeTravels
      @LukeGeeTravels 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@oliveslays incredible! The food, the people, culture and landscape! I am working on a multi-video series i will be posting in the next couple of weeks

  • @mybutthasteeth1347
    @mybutthasteeth1347 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I'm so glad you've come to Taiwan! Thank you for covering more than just Taipei, there's so much to see outside the capital that the outside world never sees. I hope you can come down here to Tainan! (the city just north of Kaohsiung and the first city on the island!)

    • @drewbinsky
      @drewbinsky  ปีที่แล้ว +7

      My pleasure !

    • @hugolu0628
      @hugolu0628 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Tainan is actually the old capital of Taiwan.

    • @ANXZ07
      @ANXZ07 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@drewbinsky Drew, stop pushing a western narrative on Taiwan.
      When did Taiwan become a country?
      Why is Tsai Ing-wen pushing for Taiwan independence?

    • @DragonPupEclipse
      @DragonPupEclipse ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Taipei is one of the best cities. The only things dislike about Taipei are that it rains a lot and crowded.

  • @dr.woozie7500
    @dr.woozie7500 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Taiwan's freedom was fought for with blood, sweat, and tears. Millions of Kuomintang died for the cause. Martial law was lifted in 1987. It's amazing how fast Taiwan has gone from a brutal dictatorship to a democratic booming economy, with huge major exports to the rest of the world.

  • @mspears_bobobuddytheseniorcat
    @mspears_bobobuddytheseniorcat ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My parents got to visit Taiwan for an event a few years ago and they absolutely loved it! Seeing this video made me want to go even more! I’ll have to tell them about the tribes and the nose flute!

  • @LucasChen-c8v
    @LucasChen-c8v ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I am from Taiwan and I am currently living in Dallas my Mom is from Taipei and my dad is from Kaohsiung. Thank you so much for recognizing Taiwan

  • @angiemillena9384
    @angiemillena9384 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    See....Taiwan is very different from china it is a country made up of various ethnic groups,culture,languages and it must be passed to next generation whoa❤❤❤🇵🇭

    • @dudukli8365
      @dudukli8365 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't fool yourself. Taiwan is even more China than China

    • @ecarpo3479
      @ecarpo3479 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Mainland China has far more ethnic groups, culture and languages. You have clearly never been.

    • @jasonsoo6138
      @jasonsoo6138 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      What are you talking about, Mainland China has way more ethnicities and culture ==

    • @9grand
      @9grand ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Taiwan official name is the Republic of China !

    • @TML0677
      @TML0677 ปีที่แล้ว

      gtf.o

  • @elizabethannedavis5176
    @elizabethannedavis5176 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Love your videos and thank you for covering Taiwan. ❤

  • @raylivengood8040
    @raylivengood8040 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I have wanted to travel here for a very long time. A very unique democracy.
    I also understand that their national parks in the mountains are pretty amazing. Hope to go before there are complications (China) preventing from doing so.