Nanzhou Sugar Factory Introduction
Nanzhou Sugar Factory, originally named Donggang Sugar Factory, is the southernmost sugar factory in Taiwan. In the early days of the thriving sugar industry, the factory area was filled with fields of sugarcane and long lines of five-pointed carts. As the sugar industry declined, Nanzhou Sugar Factory gradually faced difficulties. After the decision to cease production, it was transformed into a tourist attraction in 2003, slowly becoming a well-known leisure travel destination in southern Taiwan. Nanzhou Tourist Sugar Factory offers many recreational facilities, including a koi pond, water play area, flower zone, barbecue area, earth oven area, camping site, small train, and historical architecture area, each providing different fun experiences. The flower zone, for example, features fields of sunflowers and cosmos flowers in vibrant colors of red, yellow, pink, and purple, creating a colorful landscape. Wandering through the sea of flowers under the golden sunlight and gentle breezes is romantic and poetic. Visiting the buildings and production equipment within the factory provides a direct understanding of the historical trajectory of the sugar factory. The storerooms, railway tracks, and the rusted surfaces of the sugarcane unloading machines reflect the aging of these old facilities. In the renovated areas of the factory, their value and significance are even more evident. Visitors shouldn't worry about getting tired from walking in the vast area, as there is a green avenue filled with the aroma of coffee and music for a pleasant rest. The earth oven is the most distinctive feature of Nanzhou Sugar Factory and is perfect for urban dwellers who have never experienced traditional barbecuing methods. Guests will go through the process of digging holes, gathering stones, building the oven, burning wood, and covering it with mud, testing their patience and skill. Nanzhou Sugar Factory is also very considerate, providing barbecue ingredient reservations to avoid the hassle of bringing their own, and if the oven cannot be built, guests can even invite a skilled oven constructor for guidance. This rare barbecue experience would be a regret to miss!
