Puli Township

Puli Township occupies a basin at roughly 500 meters elevation and marks Taiwan's geographical center. Mountains encircle the area, shaping the landscape around the settlement.

The settlement was called Posia in the 19th century and held the Atayal indigenous name Sabaha Bakalas. It became Hori Town during Japanese administration.

Christianity arrived in 1870 through a local resident named Khai-san and shaped the community's identity. Religious buildings and practices remain visible parts of daily life here.

National Highway 6 connects the township to western cities, and buses run regularly from Taichung Station to various stops around the area. Local bus lines help you reach different neighborhoods and points of interest.

After the 1999 Chi Chi earthquake, Taomi Village transformed from a damaged rural area into a major destination for ecological tourism. The rebuilding effort shows how the community shifted toward sustainable practices.

Location: Nantou County

Elevation above the sea: 631 m

Part of: Nantou County

Shares border with: Ren-ai Township, Guosing Township, Yuchih Township

Website: http://puli.gov.tw

GPS coordinates: 23.96667,120.96667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 04:17