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Daren, Mountain indigenous township in Taitung County, Taiwan

Daren encompasses six villages spread across mountainous terrain at 572 meters elevation, with the South-Link Highway connecting its communities.

The township underwent administrative restructuring in 1945 when Taiwan transferred from Japanese control to the Republic of China government.

The Paiwan indigenous people maintain their traditions through the Tjuwabal Culture and Art Community, where local crafts and ceremonies take place.

Visitors can reach different villages through the intersection of South-Link Highway and Highway 26, with regular bus services from Taitung city.

The Dawu Keteleeria Nature Preservation Area contains rare native tree species and provides walking trails through mountain forests.

Location: Taitung County

Elevation above the sea: 572 m

Shares border with: Jinfeng, Taimali Township, Dawu, Laiyi, Chunrih, Shihzih, Mudan Township

GPS coordinates: 22.30000,120.88333

Latest update: March 7, 2025 10:55

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