TaiPing Suspension Bridge Tour smart guide map (Meishan, Chiayi)

1. Tourist Consultation:
• Provides information about nearby tours and attractions
2. Emergency Medical Station:
• Initial medical assistance and transportation to hospitals
3. Breastfeeding Room:
• Equipped with a Breastfeeding room and a diaper changing table for visitors in need
4. Sale of Cultural and Creative Products
5. Storage for Baby Strollers and Small Luggage:
• Available during business hours; please carry valuables with you
6. Rental of Pet Strollers and Wheelchairs:
• Must be returned during business hours
• Pet Stroller - Rental fee NT$50, Deposit NT$1000
• Wheelchair - ID deposit required
7. Lost and Found Assistance
8. Loan of Courtesy Umbrellas:
• Only umbrellas with the Taiping Suspension Bridge logo sticker on the handle can be borrowed

The Meishan Taiping Village Water Resource Recovery Center, located in Taiping Village, Meishan Township, Chiayi County, is a significant environmental engineering facility and an educational attraction. The center aims to improve the environmental sanitation of Taiping Village by effectively treating domestic sewage through recycled water treatment technology, reducing pollution to the natural environment.

The bus waiting pavilion is located next to the minibus stop, and the buses that pass through include:
1. Route 107 from Meishan to Taiping
2. Route 7315 from Chiayi Daya Station to Chiayi Railway Station
3. Route 113 from Dalin Station toTaiping Suspension Bridge Station
• Passengers can pay by cash or use EasyCard or iPASS without purchasing tickets in advance

The Welcome Plaza is a place visitors must pass through to reach the suspension bridge entrance, and many activities or performances are held here
The Sun and Moon Pavilion ceramic tile artwork is located in the plaza:
• Created by artist Chiang Chien-Fu, born in Chiayi County
• Inspired by the natural scenery and local culture of Taiping Village
• The artwork depicts the beauty of different landscapes from sunrise to sunset
• Through the auspicious scenes of sunrise, sunset, and moonrise, it conveys the eternal classic status of the Taiping Suspension Bridge, enriching the entire Taiping mountain city
There are staircases on both sides leading to the suspension bridge entrance:
1. The left side has 95 steps, about five stories high
2. The right side has gentler steps with a pavilion for visitors to rest

The Taiping Suspension Bridge is located at an altitude of 1000 meters, at the windy end of the Five Peaks, with a total length of 281 meters
• Due to terrain, geology, and location conditions, the bridge structure's main north-south cables and east-west wind resistance system are asymmetrical
• The two support poles at the entrance add to the construction difficulty
• All bridge cables are made in Taiwan, and it is the first pedestrian suspension bridge to undergo wind tunnel testing, capable of withstanding strong gusts up to 16 levels
The north bridge tower at the entrance is 22.8 meters high, located on the Taiping ridge, symbolizing a new beginning and bringing good luck to the village
• The suspension bridge represents the dragon's body, while the south bridge tower at the exit is only 5 meters high, hidden in the mountainside of Guibishan, resembling a hidden dragon

On clear days without fog, with good air quality
• You can see the Chianan Plain, Shooting Sun Tower, Jianhu Mountain, and even the Taiwan Strait and Penghu Fireworks Festival

The suspension bridge is one-way
• There are two routes at the exit:
1. Upwards leads to the entrance of the Yunzhinan Tea Garden Trail
2. Downwards, leads to the return trail to the visitor center

The return trail directly connects the suspension bridge exit to the visitor center parking lot
• A gentle downhill walk of about ten minutes

Yunzhinan Trail is a tea garden scenic trail, connecting the suspension bridge exit to Taiping Old Street, about 815 meters long
• Three pavilions are available for visitors to rest, enjoy the village, and experience the tea garden
• From the suspension bridge exit, it takes about ten minutes to reach the first pavilion by climbing 268 steps
• This is the highest point of the trail, ideal for overlooking the Chianan Plain, sea of clouds, and sunsets

Yunzhinan Trail connects Taiping Suspension Bridge with Xiaozilu Trail
• There are three pavilions along the trail
• From the suspension bridge exit, it takes about ten minutes to reach the first pavilion after climbing a steep slope with 268 steps
• Upon reaching the second pavilion, travelers can view the Chianan Plain, with a broad view of the suspension bridge on the left and the Taiping village landscape on the right, enjoying the tea fields and forest scenery

Designed by Meishan artist Wang Wenzhi, located at the entrance of Xiaozilu Trail
• The design concept is centered on nature, with an irregular roof shape representing the beauty of Taiping's mountain ridges
• The name derives from the adjacent "One Red Attraction," symbolizing the endless vitality of all things, hence the name Wuer Kiln
Taiping is in the Alishan tea area, mainly producing tea
• Combining ceramics and tea through the wood-fired kiln design, creating unique tea utensils, enhancing the warmth and artistic atmosphere of tea culture
• Provides ceramic creation and experience activities, allowing visitors to feel the artistic ambiance of Taiping

Created by Meishan artist Wang Wenzhi, inspired by Taiping's main industry, tea
• The exterior depicts the curved shape of a tea leaf, using mosaic techniques to create gradients of natural red elements
• The materials include aluminum, ceramics, stainless steel, and glass
This art space attracts many visitors with its stunning visual highlights
• The overall color scheme takes inspiration from a red spot in the mountain stream, reflecting the charm of falling flowers scattered in the mountains, embodying the vitality to visit Taiping and energizing Taiping's ambition
• This site creates a new landscape culture for Taiping, integrating the natural mountain forest and shaping a unique artistic space.

The trail's entrances are located at the end of Taiping Old Street's Bamboo Grove Teahouse and beside a Streak of Red Delight Taiping Kiln Art Installation, about 1.1 kilometers long
• The stone step trail is flanked by Mengzong bamboo forest, reminiscent of the story of Mengzong weeping for bamboo in the Twenty-Four Filial Pieties, hence named Xiaozilu
The bamboo forest scenery in the trail resembles the scenes from the movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon"
• The lush green bamboo forest blocks most of the sunlight, making it the best summer resort

This pavilion is located at the highest point of Xiaozilu Trail
• A bamboo path beside it leads to the Dalingding Trail, continuing to Fengtianyan and Duli Mountain Trail
• The lower path leads to the Bamboo Grove Teahouse direction

◼️ Entrance-A: Bamboo Grove Teahouse - In front of Taiping Elementary School. GPS: 23˚33'39.2"N 120˚36'21.1"E

◼️ Entrance-B: Near the 13 km mark on County Road 162A, turn towards Duli Mountain shortly after. GPS: 23°33'33.5"N 120°36'11.9"E

Bamboo Grove Teahouse is an ancient-style wooden building
• Decorated with sentences from Zhang Wenhuan's works, enhancing the artistic atmosphere and preserving the spirit of Zhang Wenhuan's literary creation
• Located opposite Taiping Elementary School at the end of Taiping Old Street, also the start and end point of Xiaozilu Trail
• A public restroom is available beside the building for visitors

Taiping Elementary School was established on April 15, 1922
• It was the only elementary school in the nearby mountain area at that time, with a history of nearly 100 years, nurturing many outstanding talents, and is one of the oldest elementary schools in the mountain area

Sanyuan Temple is the main religious center in Taiping, dedicated to the Three Officials Emperors: Yao (Heaven Official), Shun (Earth Official), and Yu (Water Official), known as the Three Realms Gods
• The temple originated from Zhangzhou, Fujian, during the 30th year of Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty, with a history of over 200 years
• Due to the increasing number of believers, a wooden temple was built in 1926 at the current community activity center location
• In 1976, due to the old and narrow temple, it was relocated to the current site after five years of reconstruction with the help of villagers and many benefactors
Sanyuan Temple is the central temple of the Three Officials Emperors in Taiwan
• In addition to the Three Officials Emperors, the temple also enshrines the Jade Emperor, Guanyin Buddha, Wenchang Emperor, Xuantian God, and Tai Sui God
• Annual festival activities include the Lantern Festival, Zhongyuan Festival, and Xiayuan Peace Ceremony, attracting many devout believers, indicating its thriving incense

Zhang Wenhuan was an extremely important novelist and literary leader in Taiwan in the 1940s
• His literary works often drew inspiration from the local culture and scenery of Taiwan
• Taiping, as Zhang Wenhuan's hometown, conveys his literary spirit by decorating Old Street with his work "The Eunuch Chicken"
• The iconic "Eunuch Chicken" marks are visible throughout Old Street, making Zhang Wenhuan's former residence a significant cultural landmark in Taiping

Winter Melon Sister sells more than just white gourd tea and tea eggs; it's an attitude and a spirit
• Winter Melon Sister strives to maintain tradition and constantly innovate
Along the journey, Winter Melon Sister shares tea eggs, meeting different people and hearing their life stories, filled with sweetness, bitterness, and sourness
• Through conversations, she discovers many moving moments, deepening her understanding of life's value
By establishing a second store, Winter Melon Sister shares this moving experience with everyone, continuing to spread it
• Life, like a tea egg, becomes flavorful with cracks

Entering Old Street, you will see a mosaic wall art inspired by Zhang Wenhuan's "The Eunuch Chicken"
• This building is the Taiping Village Activity Center
Local villagers conduct community activities here, and the building provides restrooms
• The adjacent police station and the nearby transformer box are decorated with local camellias and bellflowers, adorned with colorful light sculptures, beautifying the environment and allowing visitors to learn more about Taiping

The Sanmei Honey Taiping Exhibition Store is located at an altitude of 1000 meters
• The store carefully explains the ecology and knowledge of bees and introduces suitable honey, strictly ensuring quality for consumers
• Provides authentic, natural, and pure honey products
• Products are annually tested by the Agricultural and Food Agency and the Taiwan Beekeeping Association, establishing a trust bridge with consumers
【Sanmei Bee Tour】Serenity under the Alishan Range
• 【A group of bees, a beehive, a hope】Beekeepers, like nomads, chase the blooming flowers, conveying shy love between flowers
• Each year, when spring blooms, the fragrance wafts through the forests and fields
• We carry beehives on our shoulders, sustaining our families and nature's sustainability
• With love and care, we deliver this sweetness and happiness to customers, bringing peace and joy to every family's table

CLOUD CAFETERIA, near the Taiping Suspension Bridge, is a local restaurant with delicious cuisine
• Here, you can enjoy fresh local ingredients, drink Alishan tea, and savor excellent coffee brewed with specialty beans
• After visiting the Taiping Suspension Bridge and Yunzhinan Trail, dining here is truly enjoyable, satisfying both the soul and taste buds
CLOUD CAFETERIA has a parking lot
• If full, you can park at the nearby Taiping Visitor Center. The restaurant is between the Taiping Suspension Bridge and Taiping Old Street (next to 7-11)
Business Items: Coffee, light meals, hot pots, group meals
• All dishes are self-prepared without pre-packaged food, ensuring healthy and safe dining.
Reservation Phone: 05-2571126
• Mobile: 0912495212

The Air Library is a high-altitude restaurant combining art and plants
• Originally an old orchid garden, it took over a year to transform into its current state
• The interior decoration, combined with the natural flow of light and shadow and surrounding clouds, conveys the concept of naturalness without artificiality
Although named a library, the store's bookshelves have no books, breaking the conventional understanding of a library
• The curator hopes to use the display of Taiwanese cultural elements to evoke sensory reading and memory of Taiwan's culture from the 50s and 60s
• The space includes long benches, old porcelain bowls, early tape recorders, and radios, allowing people to savor and preserve historical cultural relics
The building is filled with various ferns and plants, with a semi-open space allowing air to flow freely
• The fresh air at an altitude of 1000 meters nurtures the indoor plants, connecting with the mountains and forests
• Visitors can enjoy a moment of respite, bringing more imagination to life
Business Hours:
• Monday to Sunday (closed on Wednesdays)
• 09:00-11:00 Weekday breakfast
• 09:00-10:30 Weekend breakfast
• 11:00-14:00 Hot pot and set meals
• 14:00-17:00 Afternoon tea, hot pot, and set meals
*Pet-friendly
*Vegetarian options available
*Phone: 05-2572366