Jialan Tribal Village Introduction
Jialan Village is located on the northern bank of the downstream section of the Taimali River in Jinfeng Township. The original name of this site was Buliblosan, meaning "foggy." During the Japanese colonial period, under the government’s resettlement policy, this area became a settlement for both the Paiwan and Rukai peoples. It is renowned for the famous outdoor hot spring, Jin Feng Hot Spring, and gained media and public attention due to the Typhoon Morakot disaster in 2009. Overcoming the challenges brought by the disaster, the residents rallied together to rebuild their homes, transforming Jialan Village into an excellent destination for deep tribal tourism. Visitors can book guided tours in advance to walk around and listen to stories, gaining insight into the life wisdom and spirit passed down through generations. Accompanying local farmers to the fields to harvest hibiscus, visitors can also DIY and make hibiscus preserves and then taste the sweet and sour hibiscus flower tea. After the farming experience, one can enjoy the most authentic indigenous-style meals, made from local ingredients combined with unique spices, featuring special culinary methods that will tantalize the taste buds. Under the guidance of village mothers, participants can create colorful ceramic bead bracelets, each color carrying its own meaning, making it the most meaningful souvenir of this journey.
