Smangus

The Smangus community inhabits a mountainous settlement at 1,600 meters elevation, where 180 residents maintain traditional agricultural practices and forest preservation.

The Atayal people established Smangus 400 years ago after migrating from Nantou County, creating a self-sustaining community in the northern mountains of Taiwan.

Members of the tribe operate under a cooperative system inspired by Israeli kibbutz, distributing income equally and providing communal services for education and housing.

The village receives 60,000 visitors annually through its eco-tourism program, offering accommodation in family guesthouses and guided tours of ancient cypress forests.

Since 2004, the community protects over 20,000 ancient Taiwan cypress trees in their endemic forest while maintaining traditional tribal sovereignty practices.

Location: Hsinchu County

Location: Yufeng Village

GPS coordinates: 24.57760,121.33260

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36