With a terrific combination of shared-Bike systems and dedicated bikeways available in Cities in its north and along its west coast, Taiwan has become an urban cyclist’s paradise. Thoughtfully planned bike routes connect to public transportation hubs, green spaces, and tourist sights, opening up new possibilities for travel on the island. YouBike was launched in Taipei City’s ritzy Xinyi District with just 11 stations and 500 bikes as a trial program in 2009. After a slow start, the service was expanded quickly along Taipei Metro (MRT) lines, while fares were adjusted and registration options expanded. The bikes have become immensely

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