Flowers & Farm Fun

Historically known as Yuejin, Yanshui was once a thriving river port in southern Taiwan, and its townscape reflects nearly 400 years of settlement. Strolling through the old town, visitors will find the wooden mansion of the Bajiao (Octagon) Building, Qiaonan Old Street, and the street art of the Yuejin Art Museum woven through its alleys, together showcasing a rich local folk culture.

The world-renowned Yanshui Beehive Fireworks Festival erupts every Lantern Festival as a truly thrilling traditional folk celebration. Those taking part must wear full protective gear as required; alternatively, visitors can watch from a distance outside the festival zone. At other times of year, enjoy a leisurely walk through Yuejin Harbor Water Park and take in the quiet, old-world charm of the waterfront.

Located in the heart of the Jianan Plain, Houbi has long been one of Taiwan's key rice granaries, thanks to its abundant irrigation and vast paddy fields. In Jingliao Village, traditional courtyard houses, old shops, and the historic wooden Yichang Rice Mill offer travelers a close-up look at the simple, unspoiled rhythms of rural Taiwan. Beyond its rice culture, Houbi is also a center for orchid breeding. Held each spring, the Taiwan International Orchid Show draws many horticulture enthusiasts and showcases the R&D strength and refined beauty of Taiwan's floral agriculture.

Baihe is Taiwan's largest producer of lotus seeds and lotus roots. In early summer, when the lotus flowers are in full bloom, visitors can take in picturesque scenery and savor lotus seed dishes. From March to April, the kapok trees along Linchupi burst into bloom, forming a magnificent floral corridor that is equally breathtaking. As the weather cools in autumn and winter, it is the perfect time to head to Guanziling and enjoy its distinctive mud hot springs. Along the way, visit the "Fire and Water Spring," where water and natural gas emerge together to keep flames burning, and appreciate the wonders of nature.

Blessed with favorable mountain geology and climate, Dongshan District produces the highly acclaimed “Dongshan Coffee.” Its green beans have repeatedly been certified by the U.S.-based Coffee Quality Institute (CQI), making Dongshan Coffee one of Taiwan’s best-known coffees. Along the tree-shaded Dongshan 175 Coffee Road, visitors can sip estate coffee at open-air seating while taking in sweeping mountain views. The area is also known for traditionally roasted dried longan and green-skinned ponkan, both ideal souvenirs full of local flavor.