Tainan

“ The ancient capital of Taiwan”

Established in 1624 by the Dutch East India Company as Fort Zeelandia, Tainan is the oldest urban area in Taiwan as well as its former capital. A powerhouse of local history, these days, the city is also famed as the island’s food capital, having given the world specialities including “Danzi noodles” and “coffin bread”, and as a bastion of traditional arts, crafts, and architecture.

WHY WE THINK YOU’LL LOVE IT

  • A city steeped in history, Tainan hosts numerous temples and fortifications to sink your teeth into.
  • Tainan is home to a rich culture of craftsmanship, showcasing the peak of crafts such as wood carving, pottery, and puppetry.
  • For food lovers the world over, Tainan is a place of pilgrimage owing to its spectacular street food culture.
Within Easy Reach Of...
Taipei 1h30
Taichung 1h30
Hualien 3h30
Kaohsiung 30m
Travel Tips
  • Visit Chihkan Tower, a 17th century Dutch fortification that mixes Western and Eastern architectural influences.
  • Indulge in some of the world’s finest street food at renowned spots like Shennong Street and the Tainan Flower Market.
  • Take a walk through Taiwan’s history on Anping Old Street, the oldest district in Tainan.
  • Explore Tainan’s Confucius Temple, the oldest temple of its kind on Taiwan, and a masterpiece of traditional architecture.

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