Current Date And Time In Taiwan, Taiwan
Thursday, 13 August 2026
02:57:43 CST
Capital: Taipei
Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
Population: 7,060,473
Area: 26,330.96 km²
State Code: TA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Taiwan, a state or administrative region of Taiwan, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Taiwan — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Taiwan in Taiwan.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Taiwan operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 23.6978° N | 120.9605° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 23.6978 | 120.9605 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 23° 41' 52" N | 120° 57' 38" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 23° 41.8686' N | 120° 57.6309' E |
| Population | 7,060,473 |
| Area (km²) | 26,330.96 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 10,166.44 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 65.22 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,798 m / 9,181 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Taiwan |
| Population Rank | #1 of 4 in Taiwan |
| GPS (DD) | 23.6978, 120.9605 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Taiwan to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Taiwan.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takao | Taiwan | SW | 137 km | 85 mi | ~1h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Taipei | Taiwan | N | 161 km | 100 mi | ~2h 0m | 🗺 View |
| Fukien | Taiwan | W | 275 km | 171 mi | ~3h 26m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Taiwan, along with each city's aerial distance from Taipei, Taiwan's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taipei | 25.0531° N | 121.5264° E | 5 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Taichung | 24.1469° N | 120.6839° E | 91 m | 132 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tainan | 22.9908° N | 120.2133° E | 26 m | 265 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Taoyuan | 24.9937° N | 121.297° E | 103 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hsinchu | 24.8036° N | 120.9686° E | 22 m | 63 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Keelung | 25.1309° N | 121.7409° E | 19 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Neihu | 25.0815° N | 121.5881° E | 18 m | 7 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chiayi City | 23.4792° N | 120.4489° E | 45 m | 206 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yongkang | 23.0244° N | 120.2556° E | 19 m | 260 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chang-hua | 24.0733° N | 120.5628° E | 60 m | 146 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Taiwan is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Taiwan. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Taiwan on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Taiwan.
The satellite view of Taiwan helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Taiwan national map
Taiwan occupies a distinct geographic zone within Taiwan in the Asia region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Taiwan for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Taiwan. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Taiwan in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Taiwan. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Taiwan are latitude 23.6978° and longitude 120.9605°. In directional format: 23.6978° N, 120.9605° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Taiwan in Taiwan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Taiwan is a state or administrative region of Taiwan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Taipei. View the exact position of Taiwan on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Taiwan is at: Latitude 23° 41' 52" N and Longitude 120° 57' 38" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Taiwan covers a total area of approximately 26,330.96 km² (10,166.44 mi²). This is roughly 73.18% of Taiwan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Taiwan is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 23.6978, 120.9605 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Taiwan in Taiwan. For broader context, explore the Taiwan national map or nearby states.
Today in Taiwan, sunrise is at 05:29 AM and sunset is at 06:32 PM, giving a day length of 13h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Taiwan's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Taiwan is approximately 2,638 km (1,639 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,330 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Taiwan — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — 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.