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Portuguese explorers in the late 16th century called the island "Formosa", which is Portuguese for "beautiful".
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When did Formosa change name to Taiwan?
It was always Taiwan in Chinese. Formosa was given by the Westerners (the Portuguese) and as the country grew, people started calling them by their own name.1958
What is new name of formosa?
Taiwan is the new name of FORMOSA.. :]
What is the birth name of Taiwan Brown?
Taiwan Brown's birth name is Taiwan Leroi Brown-De Jean.
What the nickname of Taiwan?
'Formosa' is the formal name of Taiwan. Formosa isn't really considered as a nickname but it is another name for Taiwan.
What is the nickname Taiwan?
'Formosa' is the formal name of Taiwan. Formosa isn't really considered as a nickname but it is another name for Taiwan.
What is the name Taiwan's language?
Chinese is spoken in Taiwan.
What country changed its name from formosa?
That would be Taiwan.
What is the nickname of Taiwan?
'Formosa' is the formal name of Taiwan. Formosa isn't really considered as a nickname but it is another name for Taiwan.
What is the full form of HTC mobile?
HiTech Computers, is the name of the electronic company from Taiwan
What is the name of the strait located south of Taiwan?
Strait Of Central Taiwan
What is Taiwan's full name?
Taiwan is the full name of the island. The Republic of China is the nation that occupies the island.
How did the Treaty of Shimonoseki change Taiwan?
They made it so china would have to give taiwan to japan
