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Ren-ai, Nantou
Ren'ai Township () is a mountain indigenous township in Nantou County, Taiwan. It has a population total of 15,850 and an area of 1,273.5312 km2, making it the second largest township by area in the county after Xinyi Township. The populations is mainly of the indigenous Seediq, Atayal and Bunun peoples. Administrative divisions *1 Rongxing Village *2 Cuihua Village *3 Lixing Village *4 Faxiang Village *5 Datong Village *6 Hezuo Village *7 Douda Village *8 Jingying Village *9 Chunyang Village *10 Qinai Village *11 Fazhi Village *12 Zhongzheng Village *13 Wanfeng Village *14 Nanfeng Village *15 Xinsheng Village *16 Huzhu Village Tourist attractions * Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area * Atayal Resort * Chuping Archaeological Site * Huisun Forest Recreation Area * Mount Hehuan * Qingjing Farm * Shimen Mountain * Small Swiss Garden * Wujie D ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Township (Taiwan)
Townships are the third-level administrative subdivisions of counties of the Republic of China (Taiwan), along with county-administered cities. After World War II, the townships were established from the following conversions on the Japanese administrative divisions: Although local laws do not enforce strict standards for classifying them, generally urban townships have a larger population and more business and industry than rural townships, but not to the extent of county-administered cities. Under townships, there is still the village as the fourth or basic level of administration. As of 2022, there are totally 184 townships, including 38 urban townships, 122 rural townships and 24 mountain indigenous townships. 174 townships with 35 urban and 118 rural townships are located in Taiwan Province and 10 townships with 3 urban and 4 rural townships are located in Fujian Province. Penghu and Lienchiang are the only two counties that do not have urban townships. Statistics of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atayal Resort
The Atayal Resort () is a resort in Huzhu Village, Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. History The resort was established by one of the survivor of Musha Incident. The construction of the resort started in 1987 and opened to the public in 1992. Architecture The theme of the 47-hectare resort is about the Atayal people. It consists of the Atayal European Style Garden, Atayal Palace and Atayal Hot and Cold Spring. Transportation The resort is accessible by bus or taxi from Taichung Station of the Taiwan High Speed Rail. See also * List of tourist attractions in Taiwan * Wulai Atayal Museum Wulai District ( Atayal: Ulay; ) is a mountain indigenous district in southern New Taipei City in northern Taiwan. It sits near the border with Taipei and is famous for its hot springs. It is the largest district in New Taipei, as well as the m ... References External links * 1992 establishments in Taiwan Atayal culture Buildings and structures completed in 1992 Buildings a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wushe Incident Memorial Park
The Wushe Incident Memorial Park () is a memorial park in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan commemorating the Musha Incident in 1930. History The park was set up by the government to commemorate the Seediq people who perished during the incident. One of the notable tomb in the park belongs to Mona Rudao Mona Rudao, or Mouna Rudao (1880–1930; ) was the son of a chief of the Seediq tribe of Taiwanese aborigines. In 1911, he made a visit to Japan. He succeeded his father as a chief of the village of Mahebo () and became one of the most influenti ..., which was erected in 1974. See also * List of tourist attractions in Taiwan References Buildings and structures in Nantou County Memorial parks in Taiwan {{Taiwan-struct-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wushe Dam
Wushe Dam ( zh, c=霧社壩, p=Wùshè Bà) is a gravity dam forming Wushe Reservoir ( zh, c=霧社水庫, p=Wùshè Shuǐkù, labels=no), also called Wanda Reservoir ( zh, c=萬大水庫, p=Wàndà Shuǐkù, labels=no) and Bihu ( zh, c=碧湖, p=Bìhú, labels=no), on the Wushe Creek ( zh, c=霧社溪, p=Wùshè Xī, labels=no), a tributary of the Zhuoshui River, located in Ren-ai, Nantou, Ren-ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. The dam was completed in 1960 after seven years of construction, and serves mainly to generate hydroelectricity, hydroelectric power. Background When Taiwan was under Japanese occupation of Taiwan, Japanese rule in 1934, hydroelectric plants were constructed at Sun Moon Lake to generate power from the fall of the Zhuoshui River. The Japanese also sought to build power stations upstream on Wushe Creek and Wanda Creek ( zh, c=萬大溪, p=Wàndà Xī, labels=no), the two main tributaries that combine to form the Zhuoshui. A reservoir would be required to c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wujie Dam
Wujie Dam () is a concrete gravity dam on the Zhuoshui River in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. The dam was built in two stages, from 1919 to 1922 and 1927–1934, and serves primarily to divert water from the Zhuoshui River to a storage reservoir at Sun Moon Lake and its associated hydroelectric projects (Mingtan Pumped Storage Hydro Power Plant and Minhu Pumped Storage Hydro Power Station). During the Japanese occupation of Taiwan it was known as Bukai Dam. The dam is located in a narrow gorge about northeast of Sun Moon Lake. It is high and long, forming a reservoir with a design capacity of , now mostly silted up. The diversion tunnel to Sun Moon Lake has a diameter of , with a diversion capacity of . The spillway A spillway is a structure used to provide the controlled release of water downstream from a dam or levee, typically into the riverbed of the dammed river itself. In the United Kingdom, they may be known as overflow channels. Spillways ensure tha ... o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shimen Mountain
The Mount Shimen () is a mountain in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County and Xiulin Township, Hualien County of Taiwan. Geology The peak of the mountain stands at an elevation of 3,237 meters above sea level. See also * List of mountains in Taiwan The island of Taiwan has the largest number and density of high mountains in the world. This article summarizes the list of mountains that is under the Republic of China's territorial jurisdiction. There are 268 mountain peaks over above sea ... References Landforms of Hualien County Landforms of Nantou County Shimen {{Taiwan-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Qingjing Farm
The Qingjing Farm (), also known as Cingjing Farm, is a tourist attraction farm in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. History The farm was established on 20 February 1961 as the settling place for the demobilized soldiers and their dependents who were listed in the armed forces. Geology The farm is located at an altitude of 1,748 meters above sea level and spans over an area of 760 hectares. The average daily temperature is 16°C with daily variation of around 2―5°C. Facilities * Tourist Center * Green Green Grasslands * Small Swiss Garden * Recreation Center * Shoushan Park * Guest House * Stock Nurturing Center Transportation The farm is accessible by bus from Taichung TRA station or Taichung HSR station. See also * List of tourist attractions in Taiwan Popular tourist attractions in Taiwan include the following: Attractions Historical buildings * Beihai Tunnel, Beigan () * Beihai Tunnel, Na ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hehuanshan
Mount Hehuan (; also called Joy Mountain) is a mountain in Central Taiwan. The peak lies on the borders of Nantou and Hualien counties and is located within Taroko National Park. Hehuanshan is a popular destination in central Taiwan. The 3,421-metre east peak and 3,422-metre north peak of Hehuanshan are both higher than the main peak. Mount Hehuan is part of the Central Mountain Range (中央山脈). Recreation Snow, rare in the rest of Taiwan, is relatively common on Mount Hehuan during the winter months. Highway 14 leads to Wuling, a saddle between the main peak and the east peak of Hehuanshan. At 3,275-metre, Wuling is also the highest point of Taiwan accessible by highway. From Highway 14, a trail leads to the summit of the main peak. At the summit, there is a weather station. History In the past, a military training area was built in the proximity of Hehuanshan. The mountain range also features the remains of a ski lift, reportedly used by Taiwan's elite during the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Huisun Forest Recreation Area
The Huisun Forest Recreation Area () is a forest in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. The forest is managed by the Department of Agriculture of National Chung Hsing University (NCHU). Name The name ''Huisun'' was taken from the late president of NCHU, Tang Hui-sun, who died when exploring the forest. History The forest was established in 1916. After the handover of Taiwan from Japan to the Republic of China, the forest was managed by the Taiwan Provincial College of Agriculture and named Nenggao Forest. In 1963, the forest was renamed to Huisun Forest. Geology The forest covers an area of 74.77 km2 and located at an altitude of 450–2,419 meters above sea level. It consists of 500 meters deep canyons and waterfalls. It also features six hiking trails. Transportation The forest is accessible by bus from Puli Township. Access by road is on Provincial Highway No. 21 at the 29km marker. See also * Geography of Taiwan Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chuping Archaeological Site
The Chuping Archaeological Site () is an archaeological site in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. It houses relics of the first prehistoric mountain settlements in Taiwan. History The site was discovered in 1980 in the upper area of Zhuoshui River valley. In 1981–1987, three excavations were done to the site. Later on, the site was covered back as a protective measure until one day the site will be transformed into an education exhibition site. On 14 May 2019, the Ministry of Culture declared the site as Taiwan's 10th national archaeological site. Geology The site is located at an altitude of 750 meters. See also * Prehistory of Taiwan Most information about Taiwan before the arrival of the Dutch East India Company in 1624 comes from archaeological finds throughout the island. The earliest evidence of human habitation dates back 20,000 to 30,000 years, when lower sea levels expo ... References 1980 archaeological discoveries Archaeological sites in Taiwan Bui ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area
Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area () is a forest located in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. Geology The forest spans over an area of 2,787 hectares at an altitude of 1,100-2,600 meters. It is divided into the waterfall zone, forest park, maple area and pine tree site. It is located at the back of Wanda Reservoir. It is home to more than 200 species of birds. Facilities The forest features a visitor center, bird watching platform and benches. Bridge in the forest is Aowanda Suspension Bridge. Transportation The forest is accessible by bus from Taichung TRA Station or Taichung HSR Station through Provincial Highway 14. See also * Geography of Taiwan Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), is an island country located in East Asia. The main island of Taiwan, formerly known in the Western political circles, press and literature as Formosa, makes up 99% of the land area of the territori ... References External links * Geography of Nantou County Na ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nantou County
Nantou County (; Hokkien POJ: ''Lâm-tâu-koān''; Hakka PFS: ''Nàm-thèu-yen'') is the second largest county of Taiwan by area, located in the central part of the country. It is also the only non-coastal county in Taiwan. Its name derives from the Hoanya Taiwanese aboriginal word ''Ramtau''. Its mountainous area makes it a tourist destination; Sun Moon Lake is located in this county. Other well-known sightseeing of the county including Aowanda, Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, Hehuanshan, Paper Dome, Qingjing Farm, Shanlinxi, Shuiyuan Suspension Bridge and Xitou. Notable cities in Nantou are Nantou City and Puli Town. The official butterfly of Nantou County is the broad-tailed swallowtail butterfly (''Agehana maraho''). Nantou's tung-ting tea is one of the most famous and high-quality oolong teas grown in Taiwan. History Early history Before the arrival of Han Chinese to Nantou, the Atayal, Bunun and Tsou tribes were distributed throughout the northern and ce ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
