Links

Taipei living

Central Weather Bureau—source for weather and seismicity

The Center—resources on Taipei expat living

Taiwan High-Speed Rail—

Taipei International Airport—real-time arrival and other information

The Arts in Taipei

National Symphony Orchestra—

Taipei Chinese Orchestra—

National Chang Kai Shek Cultural Center—major venues for the performing arts

National Palace Museum—world-class collection of Chinese art, also hosts shows of western art

National Museum of History—fascinating changing exhibits on art, culture & history

Taipei Cuisine

Taipei is one of the great cities for the full Chinese cuisine and has a good representation of international restaurants.
For example see a recent food review in the New York Times Feasting at the Table of Taipei.

DinTaiFung—world-class steamed dumpling shop, originated in Taipei, but now with even a branch near Caltech

Sweet Dynasty—famous Hong Kong restaurant with branches in Taipei

Mr. Bruno—a bit of French culture in Taipei close to campus.  Mr. Bruno makes fine French cakes to order.

Wistaria Tea House—a refined tea house close to the lab