Yuanshan, Administrative township in Yilan County, Taiwan.
Description
Yuanshan is an administrative township in Yilan County, Taiwan, situated across varied terrain with hills and rivers running through the area. Agricultural fields dominate the landscape, where farmers grow fruits and vegetables year-round.
History
This region began as an indigenous settlement and became an administrative township following the arrival of Han settlers who established farming communities. Their agricultural traditions continue to shape the area's character and economy.
Culture
Local festivals here celebrate the agricultural cycle with traditional performances, bringing residents together through shared connections to farming life.
Practical
Bus routes regularly connect this township to major cities across Taiwan, making travel straightforward and accessible. Lodging options range from family-run guesthouses to modern hotels to suit different preferences.
Did you know?
Temples scattered throughout the township show architectural styles from different settlement periods, creating a visible record of how the area developed over time. Visitors can trace these changes by observing the varied designs across different temples.
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Yilan County Council
4.4 km
Erjie Wanggong Temple
6 km
Chiau-èng Temple
3.3 km
Yilan City Bisia Temple
3.3 km
Yilan Distillery Chia Chi Lan Liquor Museum
3.2 km
Wu Sha Residence
6.2 km
Memorial Hall of Founding of Yilan Administration
3 km
Dasanjiu Lin Family Masion
863 m
Former Yilan Prison
3.1 km
Fushan Botanical Garden
13.6 km
Tiansongpi Station
13.8 km
Yilan Zhongshan Park
3.3 km
Institute of Yilan County History
4.2 km
Yilan Museum of Art
3.2 km
Nanxing Temple
3.3 km
Wunuan Stone Bridge
5.9 km
Flagpole Seats for Yang Shi-fang
2.6 km
Grave of the wives of Wu Sha
6.2 km
Taiwan Theater Museum
2.3 km
Windsock of Yilan Southern Airport
3.3 km
Monument for Founding of Yilan County
3.1 km
宜蘭文學館
2.9 km
Yilan Literary Museum
2.9 km
Atayal Life Museum
13.7 km
Road bridge
14.3 km
Dasanjiu CiHui Temple
478 m
Shuanglianpi Major Wildlife Habitat
8.6 km
Octagon Tower, Yilan Southern Airport
3.1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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