English Language Publications

Taipei Living

For newcomers and long-time residents alike, Taipei Living is the essential resource guide for life in Taipei. Our newly-expanded edition includes: how to prepare for your move to Taipei; where to find western groceries; how to find a doctor; what to do / who to contact in case of an emergency; where to find night markets; Taiwan cultural overview; a nearly-200 page A to Z listing of businesses and services, and much more. Taipei Living is available for sale at The Center and at selected book stores around Taipei. See also here.

Centered on Taipei

Centered on Taipei is our lifestyle magazine, which we publish 10 times per year. The COT team provides the latest information on shopping, food, culture, art, and child-friendly activities. The magazine is available at many locations around Taipei including The Center. Back issues can be downloaded here.

Taiwan A-Z

This book, written by Amy C Liu is the essential cultural insight into living with, working with, and undertanding the unique culture of the Taiwanese.  Growing out of Amy's own personal cross cultural background this book is the blend of knowledge and annecdote so the newcomer and oldtimer alike will learn more about amazing Taiwan.

Taipei Map

Hand-drawn by Richard Saunders, this is an easy to read guide of both Taipei City and Northern Taipei areas, including Yangmingshan and Wellington Heights. The map has been designed to cater to the needs of the international community and shows the locations of schools, hospitals and doctor surgeries, shopping areas, markets, hotels and sporting venues, etc.

Taxi Cards

The Center's bilingual Taxi Cards contain nearly 200 listings of shops, restaurants, hotels & offices, as well as a handy "useful phrases" section at the back. Available for sale at The Center.

Emergency Numbers Fridge Magnet

The Center has printed the most useful emergency service telephone numbers on to a fridge magnet making it convenient and easy to locate these services in the event you need to call them.

Hiking and Taipei Escapes

Taipei Escapes 1 and 2 and Yangmingshan the Guide are available for sale at The Center and select bookstores around Taipei.  These books are filled with hikes and day trips around Taipei, Yangmingshan and greater Taiwan and include full maps, points of interest, and comprehensive transport information.

Order Form for Publications

Interested in owning our publications? Download the order form today!