Tai'an Hot Spring Area Introduction
The famous Tai'an Hot Springs is located in the Wen Shui Valley between Henglong Mountain, Bird's Beak Mountain, and Tiger Mountain. The hot spring source, which emerges from the cliffs along the riverbank of Bird's Beak Mountain, was accidentally discovered in 1908 by the Atayal people while chasing game. At that time, Taiwan was under Japanese rule, and in 1910, the Japanese established a "police sanatorium" here for the use of Japanese police officers and their families. Due to the area's peninsula-like terrain, it was named "Island Hot Spring." After the end of Japanese rule, it was renamed "Tai'an Recreation Center," which is still managed by the local police department. In 1963, provincial governor Huang Jie inspected the area and saw a small islet along the Wen Shui River, which had a grand backdrop with Tiger Mountain, thus renaming it "Tiger Mountain Hot Spring." In 1978, then-Executive Yuan President Chiang Ching-kuo visited and, with the hope of promoting national peace and stability, named it "Tai'an Hot Spring." The Tai'an Hot Spring has abundant water sources year-round, characterized by a milky white, slightly transparent alkaline carbonated spring with an average water temperature of about 47 degrees Celsius. It is free from the pungent smell typical of sulfur springs, making bathing a particularly smooth and refreshing experience, earning it the nickname "Beauty Spring." Its excellent spring quality has made it a precious source for hot spring enthusiasts. Surrounded by pristine forests, the area boasts beautiful mountains and waters. Despite its early fame, Tai'an Hot Springs still retains a simple and unadorned appearance. Upon arriving at Jinsui Village, you will find various hot spring operators. Although each establishment has its own unique features, they are all built closely against the natural terrain and integrate harmoniously with the scenic landscape. There are no overly commercialized tourist shopping streets along the main road, nor is there the hustle and bustle of traffic and crowds. At night, aside from a few late-arriving guests coming to soak, the entire mountainous area enters a serene and tranquil atmosphere. Tai'an Hot Springs is the perfect place for a leisurely lifestyle, where you can comfortably relax in hot springs, enjoy the scenery, savor exquisite cuisine, and sleep in without a care, completely putting aside the complexities of daily life! Indulge in a lazy hot spring journey.
