Zaoqiao

Zaoqiao is a rural township in Miaoli County made up of nine separate villages. The area spans about 48 square kilometers with several community centers, including Dalong, Daxi, and Fenghu.

This area developed through Taiwan's political changes after World War II, shifting from Japanese control to administration by the Republic of China. This transition shaped its administrative structure and local character over several decades.

The Zaochiao Charcoal Museum shows how charcoal production shaped life in this place. You can see how coal was made and what role it played in the community's development.

The area is well connected by two railway stations, Zaoqiao and Tanwen, which link the township to larger cities. Visitors should plan to use public transport to explore the different villages spread across the township.

Yu Da University of Science and Technology operates within the township, bringing higher education and research activities to the area. The university plays a meaningful role in the local community beyond typical rural townships.