Explore Taipei

• Temperature Range: Average temperatures typically range between 16°C and 23°C (61°F–73°F).

• Humidity & Real Feel: Taipei is humid year-round. A 17°C day with evening winds can feel noticeably cooler than the raw number suggests—often comparable to cool highland climates (e.g., Kaliurang in Indonesia or Cameron Highlands in Malaysia).

• Rainfall: Light drizzle or sporadic rain showers are common in late autumn.

• 🧥 Layering is Essential: We strongly recommend adopting a layered outfit strategy (e.g., a shirt/blouse + cardigan/light sweater + outer jacket). This allows you to easily adapt when moving between warm outdoor walks and air-conditioned venue halls.

• 🧥 Outerwear & Wind Protection: A medium-weight, wind-resistant jacket, light trench coat, or windbreaker is highly recommended. Wind gusts on the NCCU campus and around the Administration Building can drop the temperature quickly in the evenings.

• 🧣 Accessories & Indoor Comfort: Conference venues are fully air-conditioned. If you get cold easily, carrying a light scarf, shawl, or blazer inside the conference rooms will keep you comfortable during long presentation sessions.

• ☔ Rain Gear: We recommend carrying a compact travel umbrella or a water-resistant outer jacket in your day bag.

📚 NCCU Dah Hsian Seetoo Library (達賢圖書館)
Widely considered one of the most beautiful university libraries in Taiwan. Just a short walk or shuttle ride from the main campus, its stunning architecture and tranquil lakeside setting offer a perfect spot for quiet reflection or academic inspiration.

🚠 Maokong Gondola & Tea Culture
Just a short bus or taxi ride from NCCU, take a scenic cable car up into the mountains. Maokong is famous for its locally grown Tieguanyin tea. It is the perfect tranquil spot to enjoy traditional Taiwanese tea ceremonies and panoramic night views of the city after a long day of academic sessions.

🐼 Taipei Zoo
Located just minutes away from NCCU (one stop on the Maokong Gondola/Brown Line), this is the largest zoo in Asia. It is a fantastic option if you have a free half-day to enjoy lush greenery and observe diverse wildlife in a relaxed environment.

🍜 NCCU Food Street (Zhinan Road)
For quick meals right outside the university gates, Zhinan Road offers a bustling array of affordable local eateries, dumpling houses, and cafes. It is the daily dining hub for our students and faculty!

🏮 Dadaocheng & Dihua Street
A highly recommended visit for socio-cultural scholars. This historic riverside neighborhood beautifully preserves 19th-century architecture, traditional medicine shops, and fabric markets, now seamlessly blended with modern artisan boutiques and hipster cafes.

🌃 Taipei 101 & Xinyi District
Experience the modern heartbeat of Taiwan. Once the tallest building in the world, Taipei 101 is surrounded by upscale malls, flagship stores, and the famous Eslite Bookstore.

🥟 The Iconic Night Markets (Raohe or Shilin)
You simply cannot leave Taiwan without visiting a night market! Dive into a vibrant world of street food, from pepper buns to authentic bubble tea. (Local Tip: Major night markets, especially Raohe, now feature several stalls with "Halal-certified" signs, making it easier for Muslim attendees to enjoy local delicacies!)

🏙️ Explore Further (Ximending & Natural Landscapes)
If you have extra days, immerse yourself in the bustling pop-culture hub of Ximending (often compared to Tokyo's vibrant districts), or venture into scenic getaways like the rejuvenating Beitou Hot Springs and Thermal Valley, the volcanic terrains of Yangmingshan, the riverside sunsets in Tamsui, or the peaceful waterfront of Xindian Bitan.