Welcome to Taiwan

 

Taiwan - The Heart of Asia

Taiwan's total land area is about 36,000 square kilometres (14,400 square miles). It is shaped like a leaf that is narrow at both ends. It lies off the south-eastern coast of mainland Asia, across the Taiwan Strait from China - an island on the western edge of the Pacific Ocean. To the north is Japan; to the south is the Philippines. Many airlines fly to Taiwan, making it a perfect travel destination.

Taiwan lies on the western edge of the Pacific 'rim of fire,' and continuous tectonic movements have created majestic peaks, rolling hills and plains, basins, coastlines, and other natural landscapes. Taiwan's tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate climates provide clear differentiation between the different seasons. There are rare or endangered species of wildlife on the island. Among these are the land-locked salmon, Taiwan serow, Formosan rock monkey, Formosan black bear, blue magpie, Mikado pheasant, and Hsuehshan grass lizard.

 

Official Name

Republic of China (ROC)

 

The Capital

Taipei

 

Banqiao, New Taipei City

New Taipei City is situated in the northern part of Taiwan, surrounding the country’s capital, Taipei. It’s also where the conference will be held.

Given its location advantages, today’s New Taipei City is a major city of Business Industries second to Taipei City. High technology, service and tourism are all part of the major industries here.
Banqiao is well served by multiple public transportation services including bus, metro, traditional railway and high-speed rail, connecting Banqiao with downtown Taipei and nearby cities.

 

Time Zone 

Taiwan is GMT/UTC + 8h during Standard Time

 

Language

Mandarin / Taiwanese / Hakka / Indigenous Languages

 

 Religion

Buddhism / Taoism / Christianity/ Islam

 

Currency

New Taiwan Dollars, NTD is the currency used locally. You can do the currency exchange at the airport or nearby banks. There is no currency exchange service at the hotel or independent money exchange facilities.

Major credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard are accepted by big establishments but cannot be used at convenience stores, and for MRT or bus tickets.

The Easycard

The EasyCard allows visitors to conveniently ride the Taipei MRT or bus systems without the need to constantly search for loose change. 7-11, Family Mart, and other convenience stores and supermarkets also accept the EasyCard for payment.

It can be purchased at all MRT stations and convenience stores for NT$100. Card is issued with no balance, so be sure to recharge the card with some credit after purchase. Refunds of credit can be done at MRT stations. Further information can be found at https://www.easycard.com.tw/en/

Weather

Summer in Taiwan is hot and humid with an average temperature of 25℃ (77Ｆ) ~ 35℃ (95Ｆ). It will be sunny with occasional rain showers. Participants are advised to carry an umbrella. During the summer time (June to August), typhoons sometimes approach or hit Taiwan. You can visit the website of Taiwan Weather Central Bureau (https://www.cwb.gov.tw/V7e/) before you come to Taiwan.

 

Medication

Participants are responsible to bring own medication that are essential for yourself. Please also bring the doctor’s prescription especially for controlled medicines.

 

Tipping

Tipping is not customary in most of places of Taiwan.

 

Mobile Data & Internet

You may buy a local sim at your own expense at the airport for mobile data usage. The hotels offer free WiFi in all rooms and conference areas.

 

Electricity

Taiwan uses electric current of 110 volts at 60 cycles, appliances from Europe, Australia or South-East Asia will need an adaptor or transformer. Many buildings have sockets with 220 volts especially for the use of air conditioners.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For more travel Itinerary information, please visit the website of Tourism Bureau, Republic of China (Taiwan) for your reference.  https://eng.taiwan.net.tw/m1.aspx?sNo=0000218