Taiwan is not a large island - at its longest point at about 400 km, at the widest point less than 150 km. This makes it easy to plan a visit to most places on the island during 2-3 weeks. The island was discovered in 1517 by the Portuguese, hence its former name Formoza - Ilha Formosa, which means a beautiful island. They already knew then that it was worth visiting!You will be happy to hear ther...