Huisun Forest Farm

　　Huisun Forest Farm is located within the Wu River catchment area in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. It is an experimental forest managed by National Chung Hsing University. The forest farm is named in memory of President Tāng Huìsūn, who died in the line of duty while inspecting the forest. Covering a total area of 7,477 hectares, the farm ranges in elevation from 450 to 2,419 meters and features diverse climatic zones including subtropical, warm temperate, and temperate climates.

　　During the Japanese colonial period, Huisun Forest Farm was government-owned forestland in Nantou County. In 1916, it was transferred to the Forestry Practice Forest of Tohoku Imperial University's College of Agriculture, and in March 1918, it came under the jurisdiction of the Faculty of Agriculture at Hokkaido Imperial University, with its office established in what is now Puli Town. After Taiwan’s retrocession in December 1945, it was taken over by the Forestry Bureau under the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. In September 1949, it was handed over to National Chung Hsing University, renamed Nenggao Forest Farm, and merged with nearby Xinhua, Dongshi, and Wen Shan Forest Farms. Its management office was set up in Puli Town. In 1963, the administrative office moved to Guandao Stream in the third compartment of the forest, and the original site became the liaison office. On May 1, 1967, it was renamed Huisun Forest Farm in honor of President Tāng Huìsūn of National Chung Hsing University, who died in the line of duty on November 20, 1966, while inspecting afforestation work and hiking in the forest.

　　Huisun Forest Farm is not only an important experimental base for National Chung Hsing University but also one of Taiwan’s most renowned forest scenic areas. It offers five walking trails, including the Pine Wind Mountain Trail and the Azalea Ridge Trail, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the fresh air of dense woodlands. Additionally, Huisun Hot Spring is located nearby, providing a relaxing soak after a full day of exploration.

　　Huisun Forest Farm Must-visit reason: One of Taiwan’s most famous forest farms