Pingtung City, County administrative center in Pingtung County, Taiwan
Pingtung City serves as the administrative center of Pingtung County and occupies the northwestern portion of the county on the Pingtung Plain. The city stretches between the western coast and eastern mountains, creating a landscape that transitions from flat areas to hilly terrain.
The area began as an Akau settlement of Taiwan's Plains Aborigines and gradually transformed into a Chinese market town. Following 1901, it became an important administrative center under Japanese colonial rule.
The city maintains 79 distinct villages, each contributing to the local identity through traditional celebrations, markets, and community gatherings throughout the year.
Regular train services from Pingtung station connect the city to major destinations along the island's western corridor. Most areas can be reached on foot or by local transportation options.
The National Pingtung Art Museum displays regional artworks and artifacts that reflect local artistic traditions. The surrounding area is also known for cultivating black pearl wax apples and dried dates.
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