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Taichung, Taiwan

Taichung municipality is located in the heart of Taiwan and is the second most populated city in Taiwan. The cultural and economic hub in the region is home to numerous cultural sites, museums, as well as many temples depicting its deep religious background. Taichung is the entry point into the stunning natural setting of the mountain ranges, sprawling forests and beautiful spots like the famous boating and hiking point at Sun Moon Lake.
The 921 Earthquake Museums, the National Museum of Taichung, and the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts are some of the spots that have preserved the history of Taichung over the ages.
Visitors also like to visit Fengjia night market, a favorite spot for all kinds of shopping items, including household good, souvenirs, as well as some of the most delicious local delicacies of the people. More is found at the traditional teahouses of Taichung, where tea was invented and is now the representation of Taichung’s very vibrant nightlife.

When to visit Taichung

Taichung is conveniently located in the Taichung Basin, surrounded by mountains and hills, as well as coastal plains on most sides.
Taichung experiences a humid subtropical climate which is Köppen classified as Cwa, with a slight border on the tropical monsoon climate. The weather is characterized by long, warm to hot summers and cold but tolerable winters.
During summer, from April to November, the temperature on the hottest days goes as high as 34°C (93.2°F), and on the coldest nights, it drops to 18.3°C (64.9°F) or less. The average humidity remains high at 77.3% and the sunshine hours per day average seven and a half. Rainfall during summer is quite high and is usually called the Plum Rains, with June, July, and August being the wettest months. The average precipitation for the three months is 317mm (12.5"), and the average of the rainfall days is fifteen.
Winter, on the other hand, is mildly cold, with the temperature dropping as low as 13°C (55.4°F) on the coldest nights, and going as high as 25°C (77°F) on warm days. The average sunshine hours per day are six, which explains the warm days. Winter is moderately dry, receiving an ample amount of rainfall on most afternoons for only seven rainfall days per month.
The plum rains between mid-May and August have been known to cause typhoons and cases of flooding.
The peak of the tourist season in Taichung is from October to March, after summer through winter. During this time, the excess summer scorch has reduced considerably and most days are warm and pleasant, offering a great time to tour the city even late into the evening. The excess rains have also reduced by this time, and visitors barely have any interruptions while visiting the city, as the outdoors become more and more fun and engaging.
Between February and March, Taichung holds its annual Lantern Festival where themed lanterns are lit for instance in the shape of a large winged pig, spreading the light far and wide. The Taichung Jazz Festival is another local event held every year in October in a bid to celebrate the wonderful genre of music as well as appreciate the industry.