Prayer times – New Taipei City

Muslim Presence in New Taipei City: New Taipei City, Taiwan's most populous city, is home to a growing Muslim community comprising both local converts and expatriates from Indonesia, Malaysia, and other Muslim-majority countries. While historical records of Muslim settlement in the region are limited, the community has established a visible presence over recent decades, supported by the city's multicultural environment and proximity to Taipei.

Community Implantation and Prayer Places: The Muslim community in New Taipei City benefits from a network of prayer spaces across the greater Taipei area. Notable among these is the Taipei Grand Mosque, located about 8.7 km away in Da’an District, which serves as a central hub for Islamic activities. Other mapped prayer places include the Longgang Mosque in Zhongli District, Taipei Cultural Mosque in Zhongzheng District, and several prayer rooms in Taoyuan City and Taipei Main Station. These facilities, spread across districts such as Da’an, Zhongzheng, Zhongli, and Dayuan, reflect the community's implantation in urban and suburban areas.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in New Taipei City observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the local timezone (Asia/Taipei). Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and seasonal shifts. The calculation method used for determining prayer times is specified on the page. The Qibla direction for New Taipei City is oriented towards Mecca, with a bearing that can be verified via compass or online tools. The city's distance from Mecca is approximately 7,800 km, a factor that influences the timing of prayers.