排骨溪溫泉, Natural hot spring in Yilan County, Taiwan
Paigu Creek Hot Spring is a natural thermal source with mineral content flowing along a mountain stream with year-round bathing temperatures. The water moves naturally through mountainous terrain where visitors can soak in multiple pool areas.
A German expedition documented these springs in 1894, which sparked their later development during the period of Japanese administration. The site gradually became accessible to visitors over the following decades.
Local people use the bathing area according to customs passed down through time, with different time periods set aside for various visitors. This reflects how the springs have been woven into daily routines and community life.
The springs are around 20 minutes drive from the county center with parking and changing facilities nearby. Visitors should bring appropriate bathing clothes and towels since facilities may be limited in some areas.
The water holds high levels of sulfur compounds that create white mineral deposits forming natural shapes along the creek bed. These formations shift over time and give the area a distinctive look that changes with the seasons.
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