The 4th International Conference on Systematic Innovation & 5th IFIP Computer-Aided Innovation Working Conference June 26-29, 2013, Sponsor: The Society of Systematic Innovation Venue: National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, http://www.systematic-innovation.org/icsi/icsi2013/ Visitors’ Guides to Taiwan

Exclusively for participants of the 4th International Conference on Systematic Innovation & 5th IFIP

Edited by: The Organizing Committee of the Conference Version date: May 15, 2013

1 Table of Contents 0. Purposes of document

1. General information regarding Taiwan

2. Arrival and Departure Information

3. From Airport to Hotel(s)

4. Recommended Tourist Sights in Taiwan & Travel Agency

5. Frequently used English/Chinese translations

6. Emergencies

7. Famous night markets in Hsinchu City

8. Commonly used contact information

9. Visa Information

10. Credit

2 0. Purposes of document

This document supplies helpful information for international visitors to this conference. Note that the currency exchange rates fluctuate and quoted prices provide only good reference points. Actual prices at the time of transaction may or may not deviate from the numbers quoted in this document. Chinese words herein may serve as translation help when you need to communicate with local service providers.

1. General information regarding Taiwan (1) Taiwan at a glance Area 36,000 square kilometers Population 23 million Capital City Languages Mandarin/Taiwanese/Hakka (Official: Mandarin) Religion Buddhism/Taoism/Christian/Islam/Catholicism It lies off the southeastern coast of Asia, across Taiwan Strait from Mainland China. To the north lie Japan and Okinawa; to the south, the Philippines. Many airlines fly to Taiwan, helping make it a perfect travel destination. Taiwan sees climates of many types: tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate, providing clear differentiation between seasons. Blending of Hakka, Taiwanese, and mainland Chinese cultures yields a plethora of cultural and social color. Be it is religion, architecture, language, living habits, or food, this island forms one big exciting melting pot! Food best represents our cultural mixing and matching. Currency exchange rate: 1 U.S.D. ≒ 30 NT (New Taiwan Dollar) with fluctuations

3 (2) Venue information & Airport codes Venue information Engineering I Building, National Tsing Hua University 101, Sec. 2, Guan-Fu Road, Hsinchu, Taiwan, R.O.C. Dept. Of Industrial Engineering & Engineering Management

Airport codes 桃園中正機場 TAIPEI-CHIANG KAI SHEK (CSK Airport) TPE (Main arrival Port) 松山 SUNG SHAN-TAIPEI CITY TSA

(3) Climate Information Please refer to http://www.cwb.gov.tw/eng/index.htm

2. Arrival and Departure Information

Procedures & Regulations for Arrival at CSK Airport Essential documents for arrival: (1) passport, (2) Customs Declaration Form, (3) visa, (4) flight ticket stub, and (5) Disembarkation Form Arrival procedures in order:

4 Procedures & Regulations for Departure

Please be sure to arrive at the airport at least two hours before your flight's scheduled departure time. Essential documents for departure: (1) passport, (2) flight ticket, and (3) embarkation card. Departure procedures in order are shown as:

For detail information, please refer to http://www.taoyuanairport.gov.tw/english/index.jsp 3. From Airport to Hotel(s) The easiest way to go from the Airport to Hotel is to take a taxi to your destination Hotel at Hsinchu. You may also have someone to arrange someone to pick you up in the airport. The conference Secretariat can order a taxi pick-up for you at your designated airport at your own expenses. You may indicate so in your returned registration form. Pick-up service from TPE airport to Hsinchu cost about NT$ 1,200 one way. Public Transportations require transfers and are stated below. Ask airport information for exact location of shuttle buses.

A. From C.K.S. Airport to Hsinchu

First C.K.S. Airport to THSR( Taiwan High Speed Rail) Taoyuan Station(高鐵桃園站): about 1US$ 搭乘統聯客運到桃園高鐵站 機場一期航廈往高鐵桃園站 Taoyuan Int’l Airport Terminal 1 to THSR Taoyuan Station Routes Stops Fare (NT$) Service Hours Journey Time CKS Airport 07:00-23:45 Adult NT$30 UBUS 統聯 THSR Taoyuan Station THSR Taoyuan Station 20min Child NT$15 06:30-22:30

5 【Information】乘車資訊 1. Buys tickets rides in a carriage: (購票乘車，依購買班次時刻搭乘，購票地點如下) (1) UBUS counter in Arrival Greeting Hall (桃園機場：一、二期航廈入境大廳統聯服務櫃台) (2) (Platform 1 in bus transfer station(高鐵桃園站：客運轉運站 1 號月台) 2. Headway (班距): Peak hours: every 10-15 minutes (尖峰每 10~15 分鐘一班) 3. Service phone/Operation hours (1) Toll-free number: 0800-241560 (24 hours). (2) Terminal 1 counter 一期航廈櫃台：03-3834779。(服務時間：06:00~24:00)。 (3) Terminal 2 counter 二期航廈櫃台：03-3833552。(服務時間：06:00~24:00)。 (4) THSRC station 高鐵桃園站：0913085530。(服務時間：07:00~23:45)。

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Second THSR Taoyuan Station(桃園高鐵站) to THSR HsinchuStation(新竹高鐵站) :about US$3 搭乘高鐵

Routes Stops Fare (NT$) Service Hours Journey Time

THSR HsinchuStation Adult NT$130 THSR Taoyuan Station THSR 06:00-23:30 12min Child NT$65

7 Third THSR HsinchuStation(新竹高鐵站) TO Hotel A). TO Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, Hsinchu (柏克萊商務大飯店-光復店(新竹市)) :http://www.bbhotel.url.tw/

1. By taxi

Routes Stops Fare (NT$) Journey Time Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, THSR HsinchuStation Approximately NT$250 20 min Hsinchu

2. By free H.S.R. shuttle bus

Routes Stops Fare (NT$) Journey Time NTHU stop (About 20 meters from the stop is THSR HsinchuStation the Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, Free 20min Hsinchu)

From Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, Hsinchu to National Tsing Hua University(NTHU) 國立清華大學 :about US$6 (NT$ 100) by taxi

Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, Hsinchu Map

Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, Hsinchu Address: No. 272, Section 2, Kuang-Fu Road, Hsinchu, Taiwan 30013, R.O.C. TEL: : +886-3-5728668 ; FAX: : +886-3-5728035 ; http://www.bbhotel.url.tw/

8 B). TO Ambassador Hotel (國賓大飯店) :about US$7 http://www.ambassadorhotel.com.tw/HC/ambassador_hsinchu.htm?LC=TC 1. By taxi

Routes Stops Fare (NT$) Journey Time

THSR HsinchuStation Ambassador Hotel Approximately NT$250 15min

2. From Ambassador Hotel to National Tsing Hua University(NTHU) 國立清華大學 :about US$6 by taxi

Taxi Fare: about NT$200

Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu Map

9 C). To National Tsing Hua University Guest House (清華大學會館) Address: No. 101, Section 2, Kuang-Fu Road, Hsinchu 30013, Taiwan http://my.nthu.edu.tw/~affairs/affairs/aborthotell.htm 1. By Bus THSR Shuttle Bus to National Tsing Hua University THSR Hsinchu Station－Dongmen Market ‧Downtown Direction: Passengers may only board the bus at THSR station. ‧THSR Station Direction: Passengers may board the bus at any stop, and only disembark at THSR station 2. By Taxi

Taiwan Taxi Service number：4058-8888（available over entire Taiwan） Mobile number：55688 Website：http://www.taiwantaxi.com.tw The taxis at THSR Taoyuan and Hsinchu Stations are provided and administrated by Taiwan Taxi.

D). TO Lakeshore Hotel (煙波飯店) about US$10 by taxi http://www.lakeshore.com.tw/en/index.htm 1. By taxi

Routes Stops Fare (NT$) Journey Time Lakeshore Hotel Approximately THSR HsinchuStation 25min NT$320

10 2. By Highway Route 1: Take National Freeway No.1 Exit at Hsinchu Interchange to downtown direction and merge onto Kuang -fu Road. Please note that do not get on the viaduct. Then turn left on Nan-da Road and continue on Ming-hu Road. The hotel is on the left-hand side. Route 2: Take National Freeway No.3 Exit at Hsinchu Interchange exit 103 and turn right to Ku -che Road. Then turn left on Chai-chiao Road. Continue on Ming-hu Road. The hotel is on the right-hand side. 3. From Lakeshore Hotel to National Tsing Hua University(NTHU) 國立清華大學 : about US$6 by taxi Taxi Fare: about NT$200

T Lakeshore Hotel Hsinchu Map

11 ======4. Recommended Tourist Sights in Taiwan & Travel Agency (nformation From Sol Hotel)

Confucius Temple 孔廟

The Confucius Temple of Hsinchu City (a.k.a. Wen Temple), built in the 15th year of Chiaching of the Ching Dynasty (1810 A.D.), was originally a school of Confucian teachings of the Tanshui Division. Its location was at the present Chengkung Village, between Sunrise Department Store and Kuochi Theater. This temple once served as a station for the Japanese garrison, with the sacred ceremony temporarily abolished during that time. Later, because of the people’s protests, ceremony was resumed and Japanese military withdrawn. The gods were then still worshiped at Tacheng Shrine. Side rooms around Tacheng Shrine served as classrooms for public schools in Hsinchu. After thousands of years, Confucius teachings of still affect the lives of the people in Hsinchu. This temple has become the palace where the spirit of Confucian teachings is kept. Every September 28th, the Sacred Ceremony in honor of Confucius is a major event for Hsinchu City.

Dong-Men Town 迎曦門

Dong-Men Town, established in Dao-Guang 7th Year and completed on August 20th (lunar calendar) in Dao-Guang 9th Year, is Ying-Xi gate. It has more than one hundred seventy years of history and features four towers: north gate Gong-Chen (no longer exists), west gate Yi-Shuang (no longer exists), south gate Ge-Xun (no longer exists), and east gate Ying-Xi gate (still exist). Under constant maintenance by the government, Dong-Men Town has become the spiritual castle for people of Hsinchu. She is the only witness for construction process of Hsinchu old town, still standing on the street and telling all those people the story about Hsin-Chien. In December 1998, reconstruction of Dong-Men Town began. In order to ensure full protection of this square, construction has altered its designs eight times, which combines design perspectives of historic sights with the new city, design features of historic and modern engineering. It was awarded “Taiwan Engineering Prize” and “Far-East Engineering Prize” in November and December. The square holds irregular performance events to increase interaction between citizens and historic sights.

12 Glass Museum of Hsinchu City 玻璃工藝博物館

Glass Museum, located in the northwest portion of Hsinchu Park, opened officially on December 18, 1999. It was reconstructed from the Autonomous Club House, which was built in 1936 for lodging and feasting when Japanese royal family and government officials came to Taiwan to make the rounds. Home recreational atmosphere pervades both the garden outside and the space and setting inside, well suited to exquisite and delicate features of glass craft. The job of directing reconstruction and displaying the planning of the whole Autonomous Club House was appointed to architect Tieh-Nan Chi and Professor Kuo-Ning Chen. The museum has retained European style of oriental modern architecture through the standing bricks on the southeast corner of the building and classical image of the foyer. After combining different requirements of diversified users toward the museum as the longitude and analyzing the five service functions of the museum (administration, exhibition, collection, educational learning, and public service) as the latitude, the environment of the museum was established accordingly. Construction of the Glass Museum aims at combining cultural and sightseeing resources to help promoting the glass industry of Hsinchu and letting the public and businessmen participate in and understand exploration and application of the glass industry in Hsinchu. Besides displaying glass artifacts, the museum also promotes workshop learning actively. The public can go further by touching and creating their own works besides visual appreciation and get still more amazement from glass creations.

City Moat 護城河

A dry section of the city moat by the east gate has been turned in to an underground gallery to display old photos of the city. A 600-meter strip stretching from Linsen Road to Zhongshan Road, with the gallery in the middle, has been converted to a riverside park with lawns and trees on both banks. There are also footpaths, bike lanes and two small amphitheaters where musical groups perform. Landscape lighting creates a romantic atmosphere at night.

Train Station 新竹火車站

The Hsinchu Train Station is one of the most beautiful old station houses in Taiwan. Designed by Japanese architect Manchou Matsugazaki, it features a heavy baroque style. The overall effect is majestic yet friendly. It is a Hsinchu landmark. 13 Hsinchu Cheng Huang Temple 新竹城隍廟

How to reach Hsinchu Cheng Huang Temple 新竹城隍廟

☞Walk to Hsinchu East Gate, then go straight along Wenchang Street.

Nanliao 17KM Coastline Scenic Area 南寮 17 公里海岸

Hsinchu City is located on the west coast; its exceptional natural environment develops the ascendant recreation industry. The Nanliao 17KM Coastline Scenic Area includes the abounding eco scenic areas like Hsinchu Fishing Harbor, Horizon-Bundle of Sky and Horizon Viewing Area GangNan Canal, Mangrove Park, Splendid Coastline and Hai Shan Fishing Harbor etc., it also formulates a bike route for the entire coastline. While biking along the shore at sunset, enjoy a cozy feeling with the breeze; you can even head to the nearby seafood restaurants for the freshest of seafood.

How to reach Nanliao 17KM Coastline Scenic Area 南寮 17 公里海岸

☞Drive from the National Hsinchu Girls’ Senior High School on the Zhonghua Road, and then make a right turn to DongDa road, heading towards Nanliao direction for about 20min. 14 How to reach Beipu-Ermei Scenic Spot 北埔-峨眉風景區

The Beipu Old Street, centered at Cih Tian Temple, is the business center of days gone by in Beipu. Houses on both sides of the street are arched structures made of red brick, a salient characteristic of old architectural style. Among these, the most famous are such as the only first rank historic heritage “Chin Kuang Fu” of Hsinchu County, “Tien Shui Tang” (former residence of reclaimed forerunner Jiang Siou-Luan), and the ancient residence of Jiang A-Sin. From Beipu further into “Nan Pu Eco-Village” which preserves quite completely the Hakka rural ecology, and stunning countryside views. Emei Township retains the typical Hakka expression. Drive along the pond bank freeway during the early summer, where you will see the gorgeous Tung tree blossoms from time to time! Once there you will find the bike lake-loop path, walk along the lake-loop path and/or enjoy the pleasant feeling of biking and chasing the wind! Emei is famous worldwide for its unique

Eastern Beauty Tea (Dong Fang Mei Ren Tea). Developed by local citizens, Bai Hao Oolong Tea with its bulk buds and small but thick leaves has a mellow and sweet taste after the natural fermentation. The tea is exported worldwide and was once favored by the Queen of England, hence its name Eastern Beauty Tea, known to locals as Peng Fong Tea.

How to reach Beipu-Ermei Scenic Spot 北埔-峨眉風景區

☞From Zhonghua Road towards Chupei direction, get on Expressway No.68 to Zhongfong Road, exit at Provincial Highway No.3, and make right turn to Beipu Road section. Driving time is about 30~40 minutes.

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Window on China Theme Park 小人國主題樂園

Located at Longtan, the Window on China Theme Park is famous for its Best of Asia Miniature World. In recent years the park expanded to include theme areas like Indian Adventure Area, Indoor European Playground, and Nile Adventure Area. These theme areas enjoy wide popularity; this year the park even established an Astral Theme Area, which includes theme facilities such as the Star Terminal, Universe Light Gallery, Mercury Wars, Alien Festive Lightings Area, UFO Family-Friendly Folk Water Playground, Galaxy Blast Stage, and Magic Sphere Artistic Village etc., the most visited recreation place this year!

How to reach Window on China Theme Park 小人國主題樂園

☞From Zhonghua Road towards Chupei direction, get on Expressway No.68, exit at Cyonglin Interchange towards Cyonglin direction, go north to the Northern Section of National Highway No.3, then exit at Longtan Interchange and drive along the road signs. Driving distance is about 50 minutes

16 How to reach Hsinchu City Glass Museum 玻璃工藝博物館

Glass craft is the most representative industry of early Hsinchu; with traditional industries now gone, the glass industry has also faded gradually. The city government remodeled the Autonomous Club House at LiChih Pond, left over from the Japanese Occupation, as of 1999. Its graceful architecture and abounding glass craft exhibition is one of the most favored tourist spots. The museum changes the domestic and international glass masters’ works often; also located here are DIY and artworks tourist areas.

How to reach Hsinchu City Glass Museum 玻璃工藝博物館

☞Drive from National Hsinchu Girls’ Senior High School on Zhonghua Road, and then make a u-turn to the DongDa Overpass Bridge. Driving time is about 10 minutes.

17 Neiwan-Jianshih Scenic Spots 內灣-尖石風景區

Famous for the spur small train, Neiwan embraces beautiful mountain views like a Shangri-La. It has exceptional historical sights left over from more prosperous years: the train depot, old suspension bridge, old theatre, and naturally unique sights like cherry blossoms, Tung tree flowers, firebugs, etc. The magnificent scenic garden café has the visitors coming constantly, making its old-time glory from 50 years ago come alive. The Neiwan Old Street centers at the train station; within one hundred meters it contains the affluent historical tracks, famous architecture like Neiwan Theatre, Catholic Church, Guang Ji Temple, etc., from centuries past. The pure local Hakka food and local specialty shops have become characteristic of the Old Street. Jianshih’s valley is high, steep and very rugged. Deep in NeiShan you find a natural hot spring area and the divine tree area in the original tribe! Jianshih Scenic Area is the advance station of DaBaJian Mountain; its range is very wide, also having the lode sodium bicarbonate hot spring, the so-called beauty bath. The hot spring industry has flourished here for many years.

How to reach Neiwan-Jianshih Scenic Spots 內灣-尖石風景區

☞From Zhonghua Road towards Chupei direction, get on Expressway No.68 to ZhongFong Road, exit at Provincial Highway No.3, make a left turn to HengShan Road section, and turn right at Country Road No.112. Driving distance is about 30~40 minutes.

18 How to get Leofoo Village Theme Park 六福村主題樂園

Located at KuanhSi of Hsinchu, the “Leofod Village Theme Park” is home to the exotic expression theme areas of cheerful excitement and education, they are the Arabian Kingdom, South Pacific, Wild Western, and the World Safari etc., the newly established Steam Rail Vehicles allow you to tour and see lovely animals, all these abounding multiple recreations leave you a unforgettable and joyful holiday, therefore it is a must-visit place for every summer and winter vacation!

How to reach Leofoo Village Theme Park 六福村主題樂園

☞From Zhonghua Road towards Chupei, get on Expressway No.68, exit at Cyonglin Interchange towards Cyonglin, go north to the Northern Section of National Highway No.3, then exit at Guangsi Interchange and follow road signs. Driving time is about 30~40min.

19 How to reach Green World Ecological Farm 綠世界生態農場

This Farm, located at the Beipu of Hsinchu, comprises 70 hectares of primeval forest. It is the newest and biggest international ecological farm, its design aimed at animals’ and plants’ natural habitat. In coordination with African tropical straw bungalows, the farm formulates five major theme parks: Swan Lake, Cactus & Succulent Park, Water Plants Park, Butterfly Ecological Park, and Bird Ecological Park. There is also a total of 37 unique scenic spots, for

instance the Macaw Area, Amazon Rainforest Area, Sky Plants Area, Poisonous Plants Area, Exotic Cuisine, Green World Plaza, Landscaping Washrooms, Bamboo Mountain Tea Garden, Hakka Ancient Building, et al., the facilities’ design is thoroughly original, and a great place for education and recreation!

How to reach Green World Ecological Farm 綠世界生態農場

☞From Zhonghua Road towards Chupei direction, get on Expressway No.68 to ZhongFong Road, exit at Provincial Highway No.3, and make right turn to Beipu Road section. Driving distance is about 30~40 minutes.

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An outstanding landmark can transform a city: e.g., the Empire State Building in New York, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, or the new Jinmao Mansion in Shanghai. In the 21st century, Taipei needs a more expansive stage for a more brilliant performance: one hundred one stories above ground and five below. The 508-meter Taipei 101 is an engineering feat expected to bring Taipei to the world. With the grand opening of the office tower, TAIPEI 101 hosted an inauguration ceremony on December 31, 2004 to celebrate the start of a new era. The celebration reached its climax at night when the main tower was lit and fireworks were displayed to welcome the coming of 2005: a new year for Taipei 101 to shine.In Februday 2005 the Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation signed a lease with TAIPEI 101. On April 18 The Bayer Group became the first transcontinental company to move into TAIPEI 101 Financial Building. Winterthur Insurance Group, ABN AMRO Bank and GOOGLE become our valued tenants. With the growing interests from global enterprises. TAIPEI 101 has proven, as Chairman, Harace Lin, predicted, a beacon of Taiwan’s economic progress. http://www.taipei-101.com.tw/ch/corp/taipei_101aboutA.html

National Palace Museum

Taipei National Palace Museum is a world-class facility that hosts an eclectic collection of treasures kept by generations of Emperors ruling from the Forbidden City. In WWII, Nationalist troops seized the most important pieces in order to prevent invaders from ransacking China's national treasures. A twist of fate eventually brought these treasures to Taiwan. The Taipei National Palace Museum is designed in the style of a Northern Chinese palace. The museum is home to hundreds of thousands of historical relics that make up the world's most comprehensive and precious collection of ancient Chinese artifacts. The entire collection covers 5,000 years of China's historical and artistic achievements. The museum provides Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish and Korean language guides and museum-related literature, a must-see for any visitor's itinerary. http://www.taipeitravel.net/user/Article.aspx?Lang=2&SNo=04000275

21 National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

This memorial hall was built in memory of Chiang Kai-shek, the first president of the Republic of China. Work on the hall began in 1976, a year after President Chiang passed away. Design by C.C. Yang, architect of The , the memorial is white with a blue roof, representing the dominant colors in the ROC flag; while the emblem of the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) adorns the vaulted ceiling. A bronze statue of Chiang looks west symbolically to the Presidential Office Building and mainland China. The front plaza of the hall is also a major venue for democratic assemblies. http://www.taipeitravel.net/user/Article.aspx?Lang=2&SNo=04000331

Sun Moon Lake http://www.sunmoonlake.gov.tw/sun.aspx?Lang=EN 1 Day Package Arrive at Sun Moon Lake in the morning → Ita Thao → Syuenguang Temple → Ci En Pagoda → Youth Activity Center → Butterfly Garden 【Ita Thao】 Once known as Dehua Village, this is the main Thao settlement. Traditional Thao performances and cultural exhibitions are held here; it also has a shopping area full of Thao atmosphere.

【Syuentzang Temple and Syuenguang Temple】 Both temples were built, Syuanguang in 1955 and Syuanzang in 1965, to house relics of Tang Dynasty monk Syuanzang, or Tripitaka. Both have refined and tranquil atmosphere, and offer good views of the lake and Lalu Island.

【Butterfly Garden】 This garden, located in the Youth Activity Center, has a netted butterfly cage, beetles, and aquatic ecology pool, all with detailed explanatory signs. It is a veritable nature classroom. 22 Lunch → Shueiuatou Hiking Trail → Peacock Garden → Wenwu Temple → Enjoy Thao Dining → Back home

【Shueiuatou Hiking Trail】 The trail passes through a rich ecology, making it a good place to see butterflies, birds, and frogs. There is no observation platform at the end of trail, but the edge of the lake it offers a goattii vew. Here you can see a scupture titled "Nine Frog Arhats," of cute and lifelike frogs climbing, swimming, and jumping. This is a favorite sight for tourists, but to see what the frogs really look like, you have to come while the water level is low.

【Wenwu Temple】 Architecture of the temple features palace style of northern China. It is a large and imposing structure, with three separate halls. On the second floor of the front hall is a shrine devoted to the First Ancestor Kaiji and the God of Literature. The central hall is devoted to Guan Gong, God of War, and warrior-god Yue Fei. The rear hall commemorates Confucius. This is the only Confucian Temple in Taiwan that keeps its central door open. Another interesting feature of the temple is vermillion stone lions, one on either side of the front plaza. They were donated by Wu Huo-shih, late chairman of Shin Kong Life Insurance Company, whose givenname meant "fire lion."

23  Travel agencies  吉祥旅行社新竹分公司 http://www.luckytravel.com.tw/  雄獅旅遊 http://www.liontravel.com/1dom/index.asp  萬大旅行社 http://www.wtt.com.tw/default.asp?hidMenuID=24  東南旅遊 http://www.settour.com.tw/

5. Frequently used English/Chinese translations

English Chinese Please take me to the Berkeley business Hotel, 請帶我到柏克萊商務大飯店-光復店(新竹市) Kuan-Fu Road, Hsinchu (地址：新竹市光復路二段 272 號) Please take me to Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu. 請帶我到國賓飯店(地址:新竹市中華路二段 188 號)。 Please take me to Sol Hotel Hsinchu. 請帶我到迎曦飯店(地址: 新竹市文化街 10 號) 。 Please take me to THSR Taoyuan Station. 請帶我到桃園高鐵站。 Please take me to THSR Hsinchu Station. 請帶我到新竹高鐵站。 Please take me to National Tsing Hua University 請帶我到新竹國立清華大學。 (NTHU) in Hsinchu. 1) 工程一館; 1) Engineering I Building; 2) 清華會館 2) Guest House My destination is (Tao Yuan) C.K.S. Airport. (Code 我的目的地是桃園中正機場。 TPE) My destination is Taipei SUNG SHAN Airport. 我的目的地是台北松山機場 (Code TSA)

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6. Emergencies

Nearby Hospital location & calls Hsinchu No.25, Lane 442. Sec 1. Jingguo Road, Tel: :886-3-532-6151 General Hsinchu,Taiwan Hospital

25 Armed Forces No. 3, Wuling Rd., Hsinchu City 300, Tel: 886-3-534-8181 Hsinchu Taiwan Hospital

26 Mackay NO.690, Sec2, Guangfu Road, Tel: 886-3-611-9595 Memorial Hospital

Mackay Memorial Hospital

National Tsing Hua University

27 7. Famous night markets in Hsinchu City

Cheng Huang Temple Night Market (城隍廟夜市) BUS / 10 、 11 、 11 甲 、 20

Apart from making offerings of incense and praying to the city god, visitors to the temple should indulge their appetites. Nearby eateries and street vendors offer a tantalizing array of local delicacies, such as pork meatballs, rice noodles, and pork-stuffed glutinous rice balls.

Tsing Hua University Night Market Nearby Tsing Hua University，BUS/ 1、2

8. Commonly used contact information  Hotel front desk & Emergency calls Berkeley business Hotel, Kuan-Fu Road, Hsinchu Address: No.188, Sec. 2, Zhonghua Rd., HsinchuCity, Taiwan R.O.C. (300) TEL: :(886) 3-515-1111 FAX: :(886) 3-515-1112

Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu Address: No.188, Sec. 2, Zhonghua Rd., HsinchuCity, Taiwan R.O.C. (300) TEL: :(886) 3-515-1111 FAX: :(886) 3-515-1112 http://www.ambassadorhotel.com.tw/HC/ambassador_hsinchu

Lakeshore Hotel Address: No. 773, Ming-Hu Rd., Hsinchu City, Taiwan R.O.C., 30065 TEL: +886-3-5203181 FAX: +886-3-5203189 http://www.lakeshore.com.tw/en/index.htm

28  Taiwan High Speed Rail Customer service: International Calls: +886-2-4066-3000  Hsinchu General Hospital: No.25, Lane 442. Sec 1. Chinkuo Road, Hsinchu, Taiwan Tel: 886-3-532-6151 URL :http://www.hch.gov.tw/  Armed Force Hsin Chu Hospotal: No.3, Wuling Rd., Hsinchu City 300, Taiwan Tel: 886-3-534-8181 Fax: 03-5325149, 03-5325149 URL: http://813.mnd.gov.tw/  Mackay Memorial Hospital: NO.690, Sec2, Guangfu Road, Tel: 886-3-5166868 URL: http://www.hc.mmh.org.tw/about/index.asp 9. Visa Information A) General international countries (一般人士): http://taiwan.visahq.com/ B) Chinese Mainlanders (大陸人士): Please check out below link for information: http://taiwan.visahq.com/ C) People from designated countries (特定國家): Special attention is needed. Designated countries include: Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma/Myanmar, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cuba, Ghana, India (Identity Certificate), Iran, Iraq, Laos, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Senegal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Syria http://taiwan.visahq.com/ 10. Credit  Edited by: The 4th International Conference on Systematic Innovation & 5th IFIP Computer-Aided Innovation Working Conference(2013)  Editors: Professors J.Y. Kuo and Y. J. Lin  Reviewers: Professor D. Daniel Sheu, Mr. Jealousy Hong, and Dr. Cupid Shih 29