Taiwan Salt Museum

Tainan Attractions

台灣鹽博物館外觀

"The Taiwan Salt Museum has been closed for renovations since January 10, 2022." The Taiwan Salt Museum is the only theme museum in Taiwan related to the salt industry, preserving hundreds of years of salt production cultural heritage. "Salt" is the crystallization of the sweat and tears of salt workers, and its pile-like appearance is particularly distinctive, resembling two white pyramids standing in the salt fields from a distance. To the east of the museum is the Guangying Stalactite Museum, to the north is the residential area of salt workers, and to the west are the abandoned mechanical salt fields, which face the Qigu Salt Mountain in the distance. Upon entering the main hall, visitors are greeted by a replica of the scenic salt fields from the past, allowing them to experience the life of salt workers in the 1940s and 1950s and feel the ups and downs of their lives. The second floor of the museum is a microcosm of the development history of Taiwan's salt industry, featuring oral stories from local elders and salt workers, displays of yellowed old photos, and various ingenious uses of salt related to daily life, making it a great exploration opportunity for children. In addition to learning about salt, the museum also offers various salt products and salt coffee that you shouldn't miss! Ticket information: Ticket Type: Regular Ticket NT$130 General public...

Address：No. 69, Yancheng Li, Qigu District, Tainan City 724, Taiwan

Taiwan Salt Museum Introduction

"The Taiwan Salt Museum has been closed for renovations since January 10, 2022." The Taiwan Salt Museum is the only museum in Taiwan dedicated to the salt industry, preserving centuries of cultural heritage related to salt production. The appearance of the external structure, resembling a pile of salt, is particularly unique, and from a distance, it looks like two white pyramids standing in the salt fields. To the east of the museum is the Guangying Stalactite Museum, to the north is the salt workers' residential area, and to the west are the abandoned mechanical salt fields, with a distant view of Qigu Salt Mountain. Upon entering the lobby, visitors are greeted by a re-creation of the scenic beauty of the salt fields from decades past, allowing them to experience the bittersweet life of salt workers from the 1940s and 1950s. The second floor of the museum offers a historical snapshot of the development of Taiwan's salt industry, with oral stories shared by local elders and salt workers, displays of yellowed old photographs, and various innovative uses of salt related to daily life, making it a great opportunity for children to explore. In addition to learning about salt, the museum also features a variety of salt products and salt coffee, which is a special treat not to be missed! Ticket Information: - Full price: NT$130 for the general public - Discounted ticket: NT$80 for Tainan City residents - Group ticket: NT$100 for students, teachers, volunteers, and military personnel (20 people or more) - Half price: NT$50 for children aged 4-12, seniors aged 65 and above, and one accompanying person with a disability certificate (must enter together) - Free: NT$0 for children under 4, residents of Qigu (must show identification) *Those purchasing discounted tickets or entering for free must actively present proof. Guided Tours with the Salt Fairy: - Weekdays: 10:30, 14:30, 15:30 - Weekends: 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30 *For groups or other times, please inquire in advance via the Facebook fan page or by calling 06-7800698.

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Taiwan Salt Museum Travel Information

Address：No. 69, Yancheng Li, Qigu District, Tainan City 724, Taiwan

Remarks："The Taiwan Salt Museum has been closed for renovations since January 10, 2022."

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