An Ocean Away

 Hello!

Still freezing here in Texas. We are still fortunate to have electricity, however 4 million people in our state are without. What a weird, historical time we are living in.

Let's try to warm our minds up a little bit. Tonight's wifi-enabled travel took us to Taoyuan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan. I was under the impression that Taiwan was actually a part of China, however, I've been enlightened to their "ambiguous" status. Taiwan is claimed as a territory by the PRC (People's Republic of China) although they claim to have independence known as ROC (Republic of China). As an American, I find it not only vital but courteous to learn about worldly affairs and to keep oneself "in the know."

Taoyuan is a active city area with cultural importance and vibrant city views. 

Taoyuan City is located in the North section of the Island nation of Taiwan, which is to the east of China, located between the East China Sea and the South China Sea. 

Consisting of 13.4 square miles, the city holds a population of approximately 427,000 folks or around 12,000 per square mile.

At the top of the attractions list, Taoyuan City is host to the Coca-Cola Museum, the Chinese Furniture Museum, and Hutou Mountain Park. 

Climate-wise I would definitely vote this location as ideal. They spend their 12 months between 56 degrees and 77 degrees Fahrenheit ALL YEAR LONG. That is so much better than Texas' 1-110 degree difference. 

Please let me know if you have ever visited Taiwan! I would love to learn about the culture!!

See you tomorrow 

-Meredith