The Diplomat
Carlos Antonio Yeh, acting representative of the Republic of China (Taiwan), inaugurated last Wednesday the Taiwan stand at FITUR 2025, with the attendance of more than fifty guests from the political, business and tourism world, Media and representatives of the Taiwanese community living in Spain
During the event, the representative addressed the attendees to thank them for their presence, and invited them to discover the natural beauty of Taiwan, which fascinated the Spanish and Portuguese sailors in the seventeenth century, as well as the gastronomic wealth, cultural treasures, Taiwan’s environmental and technological leadership. “But also, and above all -he concluded- experience the kindness and hospitality that we boast about the Taiwanese”.
Taiwan is participating for one more year in the International Tourism Fair of Madrid, which runs until next Sunday, January 26, presenting itself as “the heart of Asia” to captivate the Spanish tourist with its beautiful landscape, its gastronomy and its tourist wonders, as well as the special history that unites Spain with Taiwan.
During the five days of the fair, activities are offered to the tourism sector and the public attending, such as calligraphy demonstrations and tasting of local products. In addition, one of the main airlines in Taiwan, Eva Airlines, and the bicycle brands Giant and Merida are present, showing visitors their most innovative products focused on eco-tourism.
Taiwan was named “Formosa” in the 16th century when Portuguese sailors arrived and saw the island’s lush beauty. A century later, the Spaniards settled in the north of the island, leaving a mark that lasts until today, as the forts of San Salvador and Santo Domingo, as well as Cape Sandiajiao, transliteration to the Mandarin of “Cape Santiago”. In addition, recent archaeological excavations have demonstrated the depth of Spanish evangelizing work in Taiwan.
One of the main attractions of the island is its impressive nature, being able to boast nine national parks that offer tourists unmatched views. Taiwan is also internationally known for its peculiar topography, highlighting its mountainous terrain, with more than 200 peaks over 3,000 meters high, making Taiwan an ideal destination for mountaineering lovers. An additional possibility is to be able to travel the country by bike, since the island has an extensive network of spectacular and environmentally friendly cycling routes that allow you to visit the most beautiful corners of the island.
Taiwan is not only known internationally for the abundance and variety of fruits, but also for the exquisite tea produced on the island, highlighting such popular teas as Wenshang Pouchong and pearl tea with milk (bubble tea). Don’t forget the world famous night markets, a must-see to experience authentic Taiwanese life.
Another of the attractions of Taiwan is its technological potential, represented by the largest engineering project in its history, the skyscraper Taipei 101, which was the tallest building in the world until 2010. But also, Taiwan produces more than 60% of the world market for integrated circuits, more than 90% of the most advanced chips and provides 100% of the world supply of chips used in artificial intelligence. In addition, TSMC, the technology giant in Taiwan, is a world leader in semiconductor production. Taiwan has thus become a global benchmark and key player in the semiconductor supply chain worldwide.
Taiwan has a model political system of democracy for many of our neighboring countries, the Taiwanese society is free, plural and generous, welcoming with kindness and hospitality to foreign tourists and making them feel at home.
