Mt. Bilu in Taiwan (Source Taroko National Prak)
Meaning of the Title
Ilha Formosa means Beautiful Island in Portuguese. It’s also one of the names of my home country, Taiwan. In around 1544 (the exact year seems unknown, but the records indicate it’s around mid-1540), the Portuguese sailors passed through Taiwan and recorded the name Ilha Formosa in the ship’s log.
Taiwan is a beautiful island covered with green forests and mountains. Its captivating landscapes and astounding scenery attract many tourists from all over the world. In addition to its fascinating nature, Taiwanese cuisine is a fusion of diverse influences from indigenous people of the island, Japan, Southeast Asia, and mainland China, which creates one of the world’s tastiest foods.
Although the title has nothing directly to do with the website’s contents, I would like to use this opportunity to introduce the beautiful country to my audience. If you are traveling to East Asia, maybe, consider adding the island to your itinerary.