Chiayi Taiping Village

　　   Situated in Meishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiping Village—also called Daping—is a plateau area at an altitude of 1,000 meters. The roads along the region are winding and twisting, and the area enjoys a cool climate all year round, with beautiful scenery and very mild weather, making it a great summer retreat for tourism and hiking. The road from Meishan to Taiping Village climbs steadily in 36 bends before finally flattening out upon reaching the village. The quaint settlement is built on a flat platform, with neat streets, well-developed community infrastructure, fresh landscapes, and a warm, simple local culture. During holidays, the village sees a constant stream of visitors, and villagers often set up stalls at their doors to sell locally produced goods such as Moso bamboo shoots, tea, asparagus lettuce, mountain celery, as well as oranges, mandarins, and longans—creating yet another unique local scene.