Xigang District

Xigang District is an administrative area in Tainan that sits on a flat plain in the southwestern part of the city, north of a major river. The area consists of several rural villages divided into smaller administrative units, shaped by schools and religious buildings.

The area was once a rural township of Tainan County before it changed status when the county merged with Tainan City in 2010. This administrative shift brought formal reorganization while the region kept its rural character.

Several temples throughout the district serve as gathering places where residents practice their faith and maintain local traditions. These sacred sites shape the spiritual life of the community and reflect what matters to people here.

The district spreads across several villages with schools and temples scattered throughout the area. Since it is a rural region, visitors should plan transportation between different locations ahead of time.

The area takes its name from a historical port that once connected the region to trade routes, a connection that remains in its administrative name today. This maritime heritage surprises many visitors since the district now appears completely inland.