Set in the Huadong Valley, Chihshang Township is surrounded by lush rice paddies and soaring mountains. Spend your days biking through emerald rice paddies, visiting agricultural museums and admiring the rural scenery.

Things to do

The Chihshang Township produces some of the best rice in the world. One of the best ways to explore the picturesque countryside is on a bike tour. Also known as "Green Paradise Road", Brown Boulevard is one of the most scenic bike paths, winding through the rice paddies and treating cyclists to stunning mountain views.

Chihshang Township is dotted with beautiful sites like Dapo Pond, a freshwater lake surrounded by scenic bike paths and walking trails. It's also a popular spot for fishing and birdwatching, or you can pack a picnic and enjoy lunch in one of the lakeside pavilions.

Chihshang Township’s world-renowned rice has a sweet, slightly chewy texture and was once used as a gift for the Japanese emperor. Today the Wu Tao Chihshang Lunchbox Museum offers a fascinating glimpse at the production process, from paddy to plate. The highlight is sampling traditional rice meals in the converted train carriage.

The Taitung County Hakka Museum offers a glimpse at the region's agricultural communities. It's filled with colourful displays on farming techniques and traditional clothing. Head next door to the Flower Sea to admire the landscaped garden filled with colourful blooms.

Getting around

Chihshang Township is small and easy to get around on foot or by riding bicycles. You can also get around on local buses. Flights arrive at Taitung Airport, located a one-hour drive from Chihshang.