Chaojhou Township

Chaozhou Township is an administrative area in western Pingtung that spreads across flat land and comprises multiple villages connected together. Transportation routes run through the region, linking it to other parts of Taiwan and making travel convenient.

The area took its name from Chinese settlers from Chaozhou in Guangdong Province who arrived and established themselves here in 1724. This early community became the foundation for what the area is today.

The local people speak Taiwanese Hokkien as their main language, though the original Chaoshan dialect has faded over generations of living together with other groups. This shift reflects how communities naturally blend their traditions over time.

A railway station connects the area to other places in Taiwan, and highways offer quick routes for travelers. Visitors who want to walk around can reach the villages and surrounding areas using local roads.

A museum dedicated to traditional theater and a forest park are destinations in the region that bring together local arts and nature. Visitors find these places offer experiences that connect with the area's heritage and traditions.

Location: Pingtung County

Elevation above the sea: 23 m

Shares border with: Jhutian Township, Wanluan Township, Sinpi Township, Kanding Township, Wandan Township

GPS coordinates: 22.55000,120.53333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 06:15