Qigu Salt Mountain Park Introduction
Qigu Salt Field was once the largest salt field in Taiwan, primarily supplying salt for domestic agricultural and industrial use. However, with the passage of time, sun-drying salt became economically unfeasible, and the Qigu Salt Field closed its operations in May 2002, marking the end of a 338-year history of salt production. Qigu Salt Mountain originally served as the salt piling area of the Qigu Salt Field, and over the years, the salt naturally crystallized, forming an incredibly hard structure. The salt peaks, standing about six stories high, create a spectacular sight. Taiwan Salt then transformed into an industrial tourism model, officially ushering in the recreational era of Qigu Salt Mountain, leaving a mark on the development history of Taiwan's salt industry in different ways. In addition to the breathtaking scenery of the salt mountain, the Qigu Salt Mountain Park offers a variety of recreational facilities and experiences, such as a comfortable park tour vehicle for leisurely exploration, a barbecue area available for group rentals, the traditional "dragon backbone waterwheel" experience from the salt fields, and must-do DIY activities like making commemorative salt jars and delicious salt-brined tofu. This is a must-visit destination that combines education and entertainment. Opening hours: ⬛️ Summer (March to October) 09:00-18:00 ⬛️ Winter (November to February) 08:30-17:30 ⬛️ Closure days: All day on Lunar New Year's Eve and government-announced typhoon holidays.
