Taitung City is the political and cultural center of Taitung County. Formerly known as “Baosang Village,” it is the largest county-administered city in Taiwan by area. With its long, narrow shape and flat terrain, the city sits atop a landscape formed by the alluvial fans of four major rivers—broad, fan-shaped deposits of sediment created over time where rivers slow down as they flow from the mountains onto flatter plains.
Surrounded by scenic mountains and ocean, and featuring expansive green spaces, Taitung City is ideal for walking or cycling at a relaxed pace. The city’s highest point, Liyu Mountain, offers a panoramic view of the entire area. A former railway used for transporting agricultural goods has been transformed into a green corridor filled with historical memory and cultural energy. It connects Tiehua Music Village, the Taitung Sugar Factory Cultural and Creative Park, and various art spaces, showcasing Taitung’s unique blend of artistic atmosphere and leisurely rhythm. The city welcomes visitors from around the world with its simplicity, openness, and cultural warmth.
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