Bulao Hot Spring Resort Introduction
Location: Situated in the Xinfali area of Liouguei District, Kaohsiung, it is 14 kilometers south of Liouguei and 6 kilometers north of Baolai. Turn right onto County Road 133 after 4 km on Provincial Highway 27. The name "Bulao" (meaning "not old") comes from the hot springs, originally due to the creek water here being warm year-round. Farmers who settled in the area in the past used the hot spring water for washing and named the creek "Hot Water Creek." Later, villagers noticed that their skin felt smooth and rejuvenated after bathing, leading them to rename the creek "Bulao Creek." Initially, hot spring operators built simple accommodations with wooden boards and provided hot spring water for guests to bathe and stay, naming it "Bulao Hot Springs." This place has since gained a reputation as the most well-known and historically significant tourist destination in Liouguei District. Bulao Hot Springs is located in the valley of Bulao Creek, a tributary of Laonong Creek. It is classified as a weakly alkaline sodium bicarbonate spring, with a water temperature of approximately 44-45 degrees Celsius and a pH of about 7.7. It contains 1460 ppm of bicarbonate ions and about 593 ppm of sodium ions, with clear, colorless, and odorless water that is rich in minerals. Soaking in the hot springs can provide relaxation for both body and mind; the warm spring water stimulates sensory nerves, accelerates metabolism, alleviates muscle pain, and improves physical mobility. Additionally, visitors can enjoy nearby trails such as Bulao and Mei Lun Mountain for physical exercise.
