Xi Hai Leisure Agriculture Park Introduction
If you want to fulfill your farming dream, you don't need to own a plot of land! Located at the border of the country, the Xihai Leisure Agriculture Zone is a prime example of the agricultural sector entering a "new generation" in recent years. Knowledge that could only be "understood" from books can now be experienced firsthand as travelers learn how common ingredients are grown—from planting watermelons and picking cucumbers to digging sweet potatoes—through the "decoding" processes of local farmers. Not only that, but visiting the ultimate hub for flower wholesale in Taiwan is a must, where you can stroll through floral seas and engage in gardening while savoring the healing charm of flowers and plants. The concept of living well (Lohas) doesn't have to be sought far and wide. The Xihai Leisure Agriculture Zone currently hosts several leisure farms, flower farms, and horticulture farms. The primary agricultural products here, besides rice, include the "three melons and one wheat" (watermelons, cantaloupes, sweet potatoes, and buckwheat), along with various other fruits and vegetables. Why not grab a hoe and experience being a farmer for a day? The watermelon planting experience, which sells out immediately after launch, allows urban travelers to feel what it’s like to grow and harvest their own produce. Collecting eggs from the chicken farm makes distinguishing good eggs from bad ones easy, while kneading dough, fermenting, and steaming your own colorful buns is a satisfying DIY experience. The handcrafted DIY calla lily soap, which looks exquisite and is easy to clean, allows beginners to enjoy the fun of making "soap." Imagine yourself as a designer, picking up a paintbrush to create a unique straw hat... these novel experiences in the countryside make for a rich and fulfilling journey. In addition to producing crops, flowers are also a significant product of the Xihai Leisure Agriculture Zone. The three major flower markets in Taiwan—Huwei, Neihu, and Jianguo—source their cut flowers from the Xihai flower area! The flowers for the Taipei Flora Expo and the Taichung Xinshe Flower Sea Festival also come from here! Flowers bloom year-round within the zone, ensuring visitors are never disappointed, regardless of when they arrive. Whether it's cycling along the ridged paths while leisurely strolling through endless fields of golden autumn chrysanthemums or stepping into sunflower fields to bask in the romantic atmosphere enveloped by the floral sea, there are joys to be found in every experience. The annual Taoyuan Colorful Calla Lily Season and Taoyuan Flower Festival attract millions of visitors each year to witness the dazzling beauty. Brewing a pot of herbal tea accompanied by crispy waffles while admiring the floral landscape and watching planes take off and land is the ultimate way to enjoy the area.
