Xiaying District

Xiaying District is an administrative area in western Tainan composed of multiple villages set across flat farmland and residential neighborhoods. The landscape mixes cultivation areas with homes and local markets, creating a distinctly rural character throughout the region.

The area developed as a sugarcane production center and remained a rural township after Japanese rule ended in 1945. It gained district status during administrative reforms in 2010 that reorganized Tainan's governance structure.

The district maintains a strong connection to farming through local celebrations where families and neighbors gather to mark seasonal changes. You can observe how agriculture shapes daily rhythms and brings people together throughout the year.

The district is best explored by bus or personal vehicle, as villages are spread across the area without a single central hub. Plan visits during daytime hours to catch local markets and shops, which tend to be most active in mornings and early afternoons.

A former sugar factory in the district illustrates how industry and farming were once deeply connected in this region. The preserved factory grounds tell the story of an era when sugar production anchored the local economy.