Qigu Salt Mountain Park Introduction
Qigu Salt Field was once the largest salt evaporation field in Taiwan, primarily supplying salt for domestic agriculture and industry. However, with the passage of time, the economic viability of salt evaporation decreased, and the Qigu Salt Field was closed in May 2002, ending its 338-year history of salt production. Qigu Salt Mountain originally served as a storage area for salt from the Qigu Salt Field. Over many years, the salt naturally formed into hard clumps over six stories high, creating a stunning spectacle. The Taiwan Salt Corporation subsequently transformed into an industrial tourism model, marking the beginning of the recreational era at Qigu Salt Mountain and providing a testament to the development of Taiwan's salt industry in various ways. The Qigu Salt Mountain Park not only features spectacular and photogenic salt mountain landscapes but also offers a wealth of recreational facilities and experiences, such as a park vehicle for comfortable tours, a barbecue area available for group rentals, traditional salt field equipment like the "dragon backbone waterwheel," as well as DIY activities such as making commemorative salt jars and delicious salt-brined tofu. It is a must-visit destination that combines education and enjoyment. Opening hours: ⬛️ Summer (March to October): 09:00-18:00 ⬛️ Winter (November to February): 08:30-17:30 ⬛️ Closed: All day on New Year's Eve and during typhoon holidays announced by the government.
