Beitou Hot Spring District Introduction
Beitou Hot Spring has been renowned since the Japanese colonial period, and Japanese visitors who enjoy bathing naturally do not miss it. Tang Wei Hot Spring, Hsing Tian Hot Spring, and Tie Nuo Hot Spring are names given by the Japanese based on the characteristics and therapeutic effects of the hot springs, which are said to be very effective for skin diseases, nerve allergies, asthma, rheumatism, and more, making it one of the most famous hot spring spots in northern Taiwan. The source of the New Beitou Hot Spring is from the Dahuangzui Hot Spring, with the water quality classified as sulfate spring, having a pH value of approximately 3 to 4. The water is a yellow-white translucent color, with a temperature range of about 50-90°C, and carries a slight sulfur scent. Currently, most of Beitou's hot spring hotels, inns, and resorts are concentrated along Zhongshan Road and Guangming Road, as well as near Beitou Park and Hell Valley, each with its own unique features and a variety of hot spring spa and recreational facilities available for visitors to enjoy. Nearby attractions are also well worth visiting, such as the three treasures of Beitou Hot Spring: Yinsong Pavilion, Hsing Tian Hot Spring, and Tang Wei Hot Spring, along with Tengu-an Historic Park, which records the first hot spring hotel in Taiwan, all of which have profound historical backgrounds. Beitou Park, Beitou Hot Spring Museum, Beitou Cultural Museum, and Hell Valley are must-visit spots for tourists, and a visit to Beitou not only allows for a refreshing hot spring experience but also offers an opportunity to deeply understand the rich cultural and historical heritage of Beitou Hot Spring.
