Fun facts about New Taipei
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New Taipei City was formerly known as Taipei County before its promotion to special municipality status in 2010.
New Taipei
Taiwan
New Taipei City is a special municipality located in northern Taiwan. The city is home to an estimated population of 4,004,367 as of January 2023, making it the most populous city in Taiwan, and also the second largest special municipality by area, behind Kaohsiung.
From the “Name” section
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Archeological records show that New Taipei City had been inhabited since the Neolithic period, with artifacts dated as early as 7000 to 4700 BC.
New Taipei
Taiwan
New Taipei City is a special municipality located in northern Taiwan. The city is home to an estimated population of 4,004,367 as of January 2023, making it the most populous city in Taiwan, and also the second largest special municipality by area, behind Kaohsiung.
From the “History” section
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The tallest peak in New Taipei City is Mount Zhuzi, standing at 1,094 m and located in the Sanzhi District.
New Taipei
Taiwan
New Taipei City is a special municipality located in northern Taiwan. The city is home to an estimated population of 4,004,367 as of January 2023, making it the most populous city in Taiwan, and also the second largest special municipality by area, behind Kaohsiung.
From the “Geography” section
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New Taipei City has an estimated population of 4 million, with around 73,000 foreigners residing in the city.
New Taipei
Taiwan
New Taipei City is a special municipality located in northern Taiwan. The city is home to an estimated population of 4,004,367 as of January 2023, making it the most populous city in Taiwan, and also the second largest special municipality by area, behind Kaohsiung.
From the “Demographics” section
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The city houses 952 registered temples and 120 churches, including five major Buddhist monasteries.
New Taipei
Taiwan
New Taipei City is a special municipality located in northern Taiwan. The city is home to an estimated population of 4,004,367 as of January 2023, making it the most populous city in Taiwan, and also the second largest special municipality by area, behind Kaohsiung.
From the “Religion” section
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