Source: CCTV.com

04-20-2009 17:28

If you want to know how beautiful Taiwan really is, you have to come and see for yourself. You will be amazed at the diversity of ancient species this beautiful and relatively young island has to offer. Come and explore its numerous mountains, forests, wetlands and oceans, and find an incredible collection of natural ecosystems.

Taiwan is located along the south east coast of the Asian Continent where the Asian-tropical zone meets the tropical zone. It is surrounded by oceans, and as in the past it experienced frequent mountain-building movement, its landscape is dominated by mountains that rise and fall. Because of this great fluctuation in elevation, many different factors influence its Asian-tropical oceanic climate, which is why organic life on Taiwan is so abundant. Taiwan's diversified natural environment has produced an extensive and precious collection of different species that are known around the world, making Taiwan into a miniature northern hemisphere ecosystem, a natural treasure-house unique in the world. Visitors will therefore find it well worthwhile to come and admire this rich flora and fauna as well as explore the coastal regions and marine life.