Kusayama Suido Systems

Kusayama Suido Systems is a water management network with stone channels and reservoirs distributed across mountainous terrain north of Taipei. The structure comprises multiple interconnected sections designed to transport water across varying elevations throughout the region.

The system originated during the Qing Dynasty to meet water needs of settlements and agricultural fields in the mountainous region. The structures remained in use for centuries and continue to define the landscape today.

The water channels shaped how communities organized their daily life around water access and agricultural rhythms. Visitors can observe how these systems integrated into the natural terrain as part of everyday settlement patterns.

The site is accessible through marked pathways connecting different sections of the water system. Visitors should expect uneven terrain and wear appropriate footwear for exploration.

The channels were constructed using locally sourced stone arranged specifically to maintain consistent water pressure throughout the system. This hands-on engineering approach reveals the technical knowledge of builders working without modern tools.