Sichongxi Hot Spring Area Introduction
Sichongxi, during the Japanese colonial period, was known as one of the "Four Major Hot Springs of Taiwan" along with Guanziling, Yangmingshan, and Beitou Hot Springs. It is also the southernmost hot spring area in Taiwan. During the Qing Dynasty, the local Han people referred to Sichongxi as "Chutang." In the Tongzhi period, Shen Baozhen surveyed the terrain and trekked through four streams to reach the hot spring area, thus renaming it "Sichongxi." In 1895, Japanese military police officer Takahashi built a hut and constructed a bathing pool in Sichongxi, gradually developing the hot springs. By 1898, Liu Mu Tongyi, the head of Hengchun, established a police station and bathing facilities to develop Sichongxi further, giving rise to its early development. In 1917, with funding from commodity exchange operators, the basic hot spring facilities were completed for the convenience of bathers. In 1950, Sichongxi was officially renamed "Wenquan Village." The hot spring's source comes from crevices in the mountains, providing abundant water year-round. Sichongxi winds beautifully among the towering mountains, offering breathtaking scenery and a tranquil, elegant atmosphere, making it a famous summer retreat and an excellent place for soaking in hot springs in Taiwan. The water quality of Sichongxi Hot Springs is classified as alkaline sodium bicarbonate spring. The water temperature varies with the seasons, typically ranging from 50 to 80 degrees Celsius. The spring water is rich in sodium bicarbonate, crystal clear, and suitable for both drinking and bathing. It significantly aids in promoting blood circulation, relieving muscle stiffness, and alleviating stress. It is said that regular soaking in Sichongxi Hot Springs can alleviate conditions such as skin diseases, chronic gastrointestinal disorders, arthritis, and neuralgia. Interested visitors are encouraged to give it a try.
Sichongxi Hot Spring Park
Park Entrance Archway
