Hundred-Year Stone Terrace

Chiayi Attractions

百年砌石梯田仍為村民所用
百年砌石梯田仍為村民所用

The stone terraced fields with a history of over a century are located in the Guanghua (Dingpenzi) area of Zhuxi Township, Chiayi County, and stand as a testament to the hard work of the early settlers of Dingpenzi. These terraced fields were constructed by the early residents using natural stones stacked piece by piece to enclose each plot of land on the hillside for agriculture, aiming to solidify the soil, prevent soil erosion, and provide stable farmland. After a century of erosion from wind and rain, these stone-built terraces remain sturdy, showcasing the wisdom and perseverance of the ancestors. Currently, these terraces are still used by local villagers to cultivate various crops.

Address:Zhuzai Township, Chiayi County 604

Hundred-Year Stone Terrace Introduction

The stone-terraced fields, with a history of over a century, are located in the Guanghua (Dingbenzi) area of Zhuqi Township, Chiayi County. These terraces are a testament to the hard work of the early settlers of Dingbenzi. The terraces were built by the early residents using stacked natural stones to create borders and walls around each plot of land for agricultural purposes on sloped terrain, aimed at stabilizing the soil, preventing erosion, and providing a stable cultivated area. Despite a century of weathering, these stone terraces remain strong, showcasing the wisdom and perseverance of the ancestors. Currently, these terraces are still used by local villagers to cultivate various crops.

Recommended Hotel Bookings