Taichungs

Taichung, commonly referred to as Taichung City, is a major urban center in central Taiwan. Since 2010 it has been a special municipality, combining the former Taichung City and Taichung County. It sits on the western coast, with the Taichung Basin flanked by mountains to the east and the Taiwan Strait to the west. As one of Taiwan’s largest metropolitan areas, it serves as a political, economic, and cultural hub.

Geography and climate: The city comprises extensive urban districts and surrounding countryside. It has a warm subtropical climate, with hot summers, mild winters, a pronounced dry season in autumn, and a wet season driven by the East Asian monsoon and typhoons.

Economy and infrastructure: Taichung has a diversified economy, with manufacturing, electronics, machinery, and services. It hosts universities, research centers, and growing logistics networks. The city is served by Taichung HSR Station in Wuri District and Taichung Station for Taiwan Railways, and by the Ching Chuan Kang Airport in Shalu District, which handles domestic and select international flights.

Culture and landmarks: Notable sites include the National Museum of Natural Science, the Taichung Metropolitan Opera House, Gaomei Wetlands, and Fengjia Night Market. Higher education institutions include National Chung Hsing University, Tunghai University, and Feng Chia University.

Name usage: The plural form Taichungs is uncommon in standard usage; the city is generally referred to as Taichung. The term may appear in informal contexts to denote various aspects or entities related to Taichung.