Qingkunshen Fan-shaped Salt Fields Introduction
The Fan-shaped Salt Fields are located in the Jiangjun Kunkan Village, part of the Qigu Salt Field's first working area, situated between Jiangjun Fishing Port to the south and Qing Kunkan to the north. They were established by Taiwan Salt Corporation in 1975 and began salt production in 1977, making them the youngest and most unique salt fields in Taiwan. The Fan-shaped Salt Fields radiate outward in a fan shape from the salt workers' dormitory at the center, with the "ribs" of the fan defined by the water supply channels, drainage ditches, brine channels, and roads. The areas between the ribs are divided into individual salt fields, with the crystallization ponds for salt collection located closest to the dormitory for the convenience of the salt workers. From the establishment of the Fan-shaped Salt Fields to their mechanization, it only took about ten years. Many salt harvesting tasks were originally short-term jobs, with local residents recruited to assist in salt collection only during the peak season, so the workers did not settle down like those in Taichung and Southern Taiwan. After salt production ended in 2002, the fields quickly became abandoned and are currently no longer in operation. During twilight, visitors can enjoy the colorful sunset around the salt fields, with the sunset reflecting on the water surface, creating a romantic scene, making it one of the popular spots for photo opportunities lately. From the air, one can also appreciate the beautiful patterns of the Fan-shaped Salt Fields.
