Academia Sinica and the Soundscape Association of Taiwan teamed together to start the "Quiet Tracking Project" (尋找55分貝靜土) and train 25 quiet trackers in order to locate a tranquil spot among the bustle of Taipei City. They visited 182 different locations in Taipei over the course of two months and listed over half of the peaceful spots. Although there is always space for improvement, the total noise range is not too far behind that of European nations.
According to the founder of the Soundscape Association of Taiwan, outdoor noise in residential areas should not exceed 55 decibels, so the team uses this as a benchmark and instructs quiet trackers to find this level through workshops, soundscape walks, and other activities. The survey locations and the city's static land are both accessible to Taipei City's common residents.
Academia Sinica joins hands with non-governmental organizations to establish a tranquility map below 55 decibels in Taipei City.Photo reproduced from Quiet Tracking Project website
According to the tracking data, approximately half of Taipei City is made up of areas with sound levels above and below 55 decibels. The areas close to Beitou, Neihu, Nangang, and Wenshan are relatively quiet, and the majority of these locations are found in parks, alleys, and residential areas. A "quiet land map" displaying the outcomes of this sample is also posted on the official website. The public may listen to and view audio as well as photographs of the sample area online.
Academia Sinica joins hands with non-governmental organizations to establish a tranquility map below 55 decibels in Taipei City.Photo reproduced from Quiet Tracking Project website
