Zhou-Teng-Keng Recreational Agricultural Area Introduction
The Chao Teng Keng Leisure Agricultural Zone has won the Robust Award in the evaluation of leisure agricultural zones in 2018 and 2021. Located in the mountains, in addition to the common insects found in mountainous areas, the most striking insect star here is the firefly. In recent years, the area has actively promoted firefly restoration, becoming the highest quality ecological resource in the region. Due to the water sources from Chao Teng Keng and An Ying Keng streams, the primitive forest in the mountainous area is well-preserved, and the natural ecology is abundant. April each year is the peak season for fireflies, captivating like stars, making it one of the ecological tourism features in the area. Additionally, there are a waterside park for cooling off and playing in the water, observing ecological night fireflies, fruit picking and tasting fresh fruits at orchard farms, purchasing souvenirs at farmer's markets, and hiking up the An Ying Mountain Trail to overlook the beautiful mountain scenery. Hidden in the mountain alleys, there are seasonal natural ecological decorations, such as daylilies and fireflies, creating a dreamy paradise. Baileng Canal was constructed during the Japanese colonial period to supply irrigation water needed for cultivating sugarcane on the Xinshe Plateau. The canal utilizes the principle of natural gradient through variations in terrain along the hillsides. It embodies modern hydraulic engineering techniques, the lifeblood of industrial and economic development, and the emotional and aesthetic relationship between rivers and people. It is an important facility closely related to the cultural history and natural ecology of the Xinshe area, aligning with the significance of human interaction with nature emphasized in cultural landscapes. Historical buildings include: the Baileng Canal intake, Chao Teng Keng siphon pipe, and the low mountain branch’s water suspension bridge. Themed tours include: Sweet Flower Fun, Leisurely Exploring Fun Agricultural Tour in Xinshe, and DIY activities such as Herb Tie-Dye, Ginger Candy, and Jam Making. Products cultivated include: White Bittermelon, High-grafted Pears, Citrus, Sweet Persimmon, Grapes, Loquats, Daylilies, Plums, Peaches, and Mushrooms. Attractions in the recreational area include: Baileng Canal, Frog Habitat, Creekside Ecology Park, and Chao Teng Keng Waterside Park. [Transportation Guide] [By Car] From National Highway No. 1, connect to National Highway No. 4 towards Dongshi, continue to the intersection of Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 3 at Fengshi Road, turn right after crossing the Dongshi Bridge into Taiwan Provincial Highway No. 8. After 10.5 km, turn right past Long'an Bridge, then continue uphill on the left side and make a sharp right turn. After passing the Baileng Canal, there will be a fork ahead; keep left and go straight before turning left. Continue straight for about 1 km to reach this leisure agricultural zone.
