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Southern Taiwan Science Park
The Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP) is one of Asia's most significant high-tech industrial hubs, comprising two primary campuses located in Tainan and Kaohsiung. Established in 1995, the park was designed to balance regional economic development and expand Taiwan's leadership in technology. Today, STSP is a global powerhouse for semiconductor manufacturing, hosting TSMC's most advanced chip fabrication plants utilizing cutting-edge nanometer processes. Beyond semiconductors, the park excels in optoelectronics, precision machinery, and biotechnology. Its world-class infrastructure supports a dense ecosystem of research institutions and high-tech enterprises, fostering continuous technological breakthroughs. Employing tens of thousands of skilled professionals, STSP is a cornerstone of Taiwan's economic output and a critical node in the global supply chain for consumer electronics and industrial computing. The park remains a symbol of Taiwan's transformation into a silicon island.
- Location: Taiwan
- Top sights: Xingangshe Local Culture Center · Ouchi Totoro Painted Village · Buddhabaramee Temple
- Nearby: Tainan (8 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Feb, Mar, Nov.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 18 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 19 |
| Rain mm | 39 | 31 | 48 | 74 | 213 | 330 | 290 | 436 | 243 | 76 | 51 | 33 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- The park was officially established by the government in 1995.
- Home to the world's most advanced 3nm semiconductor factories.
- Total land area spans well over 1,000 hectares.
- Employs more than 80,000 professionals across high-tech sectors.
- The Tainan Science Park is the largest campus within the STSP.
- Core industries include semiconductors, optoelectronics, and biotech.
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Sights in the town Southern Taiwan Science Park (13)
Tsung-Yeh Arts and Cultural Center📍 landmark
Set within the grounds of a former Japanese sugar refinery, this lively center hosts contemporary art exhibits amid historic wooden architecture.
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