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Current Date And Time In Taiwan

Friday, 31 July 2026
22:53:58 CST
Capital: Taipei
Currency: New Taiwan dollar (TWD)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
Population: 23,149,000

🗺️ Map of Taiwan - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Taiwan featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Taiwan

📍 LATITUDE
23.698°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
120.961°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)23.6978° N120.9605° E
Signed Decimal Degrees23.6978120.9605
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)23° 41' 52" N120° 57' 38" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)23° 41.8686' N120° 57.6309' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Taiwan Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:24 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:41 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 16m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:02 PM
Calculated for today (31 Jul 2026) from Taiwan’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Taiwan’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,638 km
(1,639 mi) • Taiwan's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,330 km
(7,661 mi) • Taiwan's center is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
23.698° S, 59.039° W
The point exactly opposite Taiwan's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Taiwan, you'd surface nearest to Villa General Guemes, Argentina, about 126 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Taiwan

📍 Location Details

CountryTaiwan
ContinentAsia
CapitalTaipei
Country CodeTWN
Time Zone+08:00

📈 Area & Population

Population23,149,000
Area (km²)35,980.00 km²
Area (mi²)13,891.95 mi²
Pop. Density717.58 /km²
Elevation2,798 m / 9,180 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: Island nation - No land borders
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 35,980 km² (13,892 mi²)
🟢 Land: 32,260 km² (12,456 mi²) - 89.7%
🔵 Water: 3,720 km² (1,436 mi²) - 10.3%
🌍 World Share: 0.022% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #139 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #61 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #24 of 51 in Asia

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in Taiwan

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Taipei, Taiwan's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in Taiwan. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Taiwan23.6978° N120.9605° E2,798 m0 km🗺 View Map
Takao22.6273° N120.3014° E2 m137 km🗺 View Map
Taipei25.033° N121.5654° E7 m161 km🗺 View Map
Fukien24.4494° N118.3766° E28 m275 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Taiwan

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Taiwan, along with each city's aerial distance from Taipei, Taiwan's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
TaipeiTaiwan25.0531° N121.5264° E5 m161 km🗺 View Map
New Taipei CityTaipei25.062° N121.457° E4 m160 km🗺 View Map
TaichungTaiwan24.1469° N120.6839° E91 m57 km🗺 View Map
KaohsiungTakao22.6163° N120.3133° E9 m137 km🗺 View Map
TainanTaiwan22.9908° N120.2133° E26 m110 km🗺 View Map
BanqiaoTaipei25.0143° N121.4672° E12 m155 km🗺 View Map
TaoyuanTaiwan24.9937° N121.297° E103 m148 km🗺 View Map
HsinchuTaiwan24.8036° N120.9686° E22 m123 km🗺 View Map
KeelungTaiwan25.1309° N121.7409° E19 m178 km🗺 View Map
FengshanTakao22.6266° N120.3613° E19 m134 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Taiwan Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Taiwan Geography

The interactive map of Taiwan provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Taiwan's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Taiwan Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Taiwan
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Taiwan map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Taiwan. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Taiwan Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Taiwan Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Taiwan?

The geographic center of Taiwan is located at approximately 23.698° N (Latitude) and 120.961° E (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Taiwan map data for business?

Business professionals use Taiwan mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Taiwan.

🌍 Which countries border Taiwan?

You can explore countries near Taiwan by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Taiwan?

Yes! Visit our Taiwan States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Taiwan.

⏰ What timezone is Taiwan in?

Taiwan operates in UTC+08:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Taiwan Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Taiwan map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Taiwan interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Taiwan?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Taiwan including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Taiwan main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Taiwan show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Taiwan's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Taiwan?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Taiwan ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Taiwan today?

Today, measured from Taiwan's geographic center, sunrise is at 05:24 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM, giving a day length of 13h 16m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Taiwan from the Equator?

Taiwan's geographic center is approximately 2,638 km (1,639 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 12,330 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Taiwan?

The antipodal point of Taiwan's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Villa General Guemes, Argentina, roughly 126 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.