New Beitou Hot Springs Area Introduction
Beitou Hot Springs have been famous since the Japanese colonial period, attracting Japanese bathers who would not miss the opportunity to enjoy them. The names of the baths, such as Tang's Bath, Hsing's Bath, and Tie's Bath, were given by the Japanese based on the characteristics and therapeutic benefits of the springs, said to be effective for skin diseases, neurosensitivity, asthma, rheumatism, and more, making it one of the most renowned bathing spots in the northern region. The source of Xinbeitou hot springs is the Dahuangzu Hot Spring, which is classified as a sulfate spring, with a pH value of approximately 3 to 4. The water is yellowish-white and translucent, with temperatures ranging from about 50 to 90°C and a slight sulfur smell. Currently, most of the hot spring hotels and inns in Beitou are concentrated along Zhongshan Road, Guangming Road, and near Beitou Park and the Geothermal Valley, each featuring its unique characteristics and a variety of hot spring therapies and recreational facilities, providing visitors with wellness experiences. Nearby attractions also merit a visit, such as the three treasures of Beitou hot springs: Yinsong Pavilion, Hsing's Bath, and Tang's Bath, as well as the Tengu An Historic Park, which records the first hot spring hotel in Taiwan, all of which have profound historical backgrounds. Beitou Park, Beitou Hot Springs Museum, Beitou Cultural Museum, and the Geothermal Valley are must-visit spots, where guests can not only rejuvenate their bodies and minds in the hot springs but also gain deeper insights into the rich cultural history of Beitou Hot Springs.
