Destination Kaohsiung
Photo Credit: Tourism Bureau of Kaohsiung City Government
Kaohsiung is located by the southern bay of Taiwan and neighbors Tainan and Pingtung. It is Taiwan’s second largest city, and is only 1.5 hours from Taipei by High Speed Rail. Kaohsiung has the most beautiful harbor view, and is full of surprises with its city charm and ecological culture. Kaohsiung has an abundant of natural and cultural resources, farms, forests, mountains, and hot springs, suitable for multi-day trips to experience the warmth of southern Taiwan!
Useful Travel Information
Weather |
Taiwan enjoys a subtropical climate with warm weather all year round. Taiwan is extremely suitable for traveling, as the annual average temperature is a comfortable 25 degrees Celsius with lowest temperatures ranging from 12 to 17 degrees Celsius (54-63 Fahrenheit). It will be around 21-25 degree Celsius (68-77 Fahrenheit). in November in Kaohsiung. |
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Time Zone |
All territories in same time zone, GMT +8 hours (no seasonal adjustments) |
Electricity |
Taiwan uses electric current of 110 volts at 60 cycles, appliances from Europe, Australia or South-East Asia will need an adaptor or transformer. |
Currency |
The official currency in Taiwan is the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$). Foreign currencies can be exchanged at government-designated banks and hotels. Major credit cards such as American Express, Master Card, and Visa are accepted and traveler's checks may be cashed at foreign-exchange banks, some tourist-oriented businesses, and most international tourist hotels. |
 Tipping |
Tipping is not customary in Taiwan, but some hotels and restaurants automatically add a 10% service fee to the bill. |
 Tax / VAT |
VAT Refund Requirements:
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