Shuiliu East Leisure Agricultural Zone Introduction
Shui Li Dong Leisure Agricultural Area has won the honors of the Robust Award in the evaluations of leisure agricultural areas in 2018 and 2021, as well as the first prize in the inaugural Golden Rural Competition. The Waipu District is renowned for its grape and wine industries, earning the title of "Hometown of Wine." In addition, it features the unique "Shui Li Dong" river terrace landscape, Tung flower walking trail, High-speed Rail viewing platform, farmers' market, and other attractions to promote in-depth rural tourism.
The showcases local agricultural products, achieving local production and sales, and provides direct insight into the food production process while emphasizing the shortest food mileage from farm to table. Market events are held occasionally.
The is located within the Shui Li Dong Leisure Agricultural Area and is a hidden gem for viewing Tung flowers. The trail is shaded by greenery, and local professional guides provide rich explanations of the natural ecological resources, including diverse flora and fauna. During the blooming season, visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tung flowers resembling snowfall, providing a romantic and healing experience.
Seasonal themed tours include: Taichung AgroJOY tour, Shui Li Dong red wine food and agriculture education, dining under the grape vines, Shui Li Dong red wine music festival, red wine fun run costume carnival, onion red wine, bubble enzyme, and DIY red turtle cake.
Main crops produced include: rice, dragon fruit, grapes, high-grafting pears, and flowers. Attractions include: Tung Flower Walking Trail, Grandparent Tree, High-speed Rail viewing platform, Agricultural Cultural Hall, Tiger Foot Village Farmers' Market, and Plowing Ox Garden - Dendrobium Garden, etc.
【Transportation Guide】
【By Car】
- Take National Highway No. 1, exit towards Leofoo Village and drive along Yue Mei East Road, turn right on Yue Mei South Road all the way to the end, and turn left onto Yue Mei West Road to arrive.
- Take National Highway No. 3, exit at Dajia Interchange, continue along Sanhuan Road to connect with Jiahou Road towards Houli, and turn left on Yue Mei West Road to arrive.
【Public Transportation】
From Taichung Train Station, take a local train to Houli Station, walk about 4 minutes to Houli Elementary School, then take Bus No. 155 to Yue Mei Station, where you can walk about 16 minutes to your destination.