Pingtung City Introduction
Pingtung City is the capital of Pingtung County, formerly known as "Ah-Khau," which was originally the site of the Pingpu tribe's Ah-Khau community. During the Kangxi era of the Qing Dynasty, Han people began establishing villages here, and a market known as "Ah-Khau Street" appeared during the Qianlong period. During the Japanese occupation, due to the perceived unsuitability of the name "Ah-Khau," it was renamed "Ah-Kau Hall." In 1920, following local administrative reforms in Taiwan, the Japanese renamed it "Pingtung," because it is located east of Banping Mountain. It was officially upgraded to Pingtung City in 1933. In 1950, after an administrative reorganization, Pingtung City changed from a provincial city to a county-administered city. Located to the northwest of Pingtung County, Pingtung City borders Jiuru Township to the north, Changzhi Township and Linluo Township to the east, and faces Kaohsiung City's Daliao District and Dashu District across the Gaoping River to the west, with Wan-Dan Township to the south. It is part of the Pingtung Plain, characterized by flat terrain and rich resources, enjoying a tropical monsoon climate with an average annual temperature of about 24°C, warm and comfortable, making it quite pleasant. Pingtung City is a place for relaxation and a vibrant lifestyle, featuring babbling streams, historical monuments, and military villages that blend into a unique urban characteristic, warmly welcoming everyone with sunny enthusiasm! Recommended itinerary for a one-day trip in Pingtung City: 1. Wannian River → Jade Emperor Palace → Millennium Park → Hsiao Family's Old House → Pingtung Art Museum → Ethnic Music Museum → General's House → Veteran's Coffee Street 2. Cifeng Palace → Zhongshan Park → Chaoyang Gate → Travel Literature Museum → Pingtung Academy → Local Art Museum → Wannian River → Wannian Park → Pingtung Night Market Extended travel suggestions: 1. By taking Dalian Road (Route 24) straight, you can reach Sandimen Township to appreciate indigenous crafts and culture. 2. By taking Hesheng Road (Route 1) straight, you can reach Neipu Township, visiting the Liu-Du Hakka Cultural Park and Hakka Old Street. 3. By taking Fuxing Road (Route 27) straight, you can reach Donggang Township to enjoy fresh seafood and also take a boat to Xiao Liuqiu. 4. Take the train south from Pingtung Railway Station to Zhudian Station to experience a nostalgic atmosphere and see the architectural features of the Hakka Cultural Museum. 5. Take the train south from Pingtung Railway Station to Chaozhou Station or head towards Chaozhou along Route 1 to explore the hometown of traditional opera and then visit the Eight Great Forest Park.
