Siraya National Scenic Area

　　The Siraya National Scenic Area is situated in the foothill area of the eastern part of the Jianan Plain in Tainan City. It is a scenic area planned and developed by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of the Republic of China. The area encompasses all or parts of 14 districts in Tainan City, including Baihe District, Dongshan District, and Liuying District, as well as a small portion of Dapu Township in Chiayi County. It covers a land area of 87,070 hectares and a water area of 3,380 hectares, featuring numerous world-renowned natural and cultural attractions.

　　Located at the upper reaches of the Zengwen River, Yanshui River, and Jishui River basins, the Siraya National Scenic Area has been an activity area for prehistoric humans and the indigenous Siraya people since the Paleolithic Age. Many Pingpu and Siraya people have settled here, preserving numerous traditional festivals and ceremonies, contributing to a rich and diverse cultural life. In addition to five well-known reservoirs in Taiwan—including the largest Zengwen Reservoir, Wushantou Reservoir, Baihe Reservoir, and the oldest Jian Shan Hu Tou Pi Reservoir—the scenic area also boasts unique grayish-blue limestone landscapes such as Caoshan Moon World, fossils from the Zuen area, Pingpu cultural festivals, Guanziling Hot Springs, the Jiang Family Ancestral House, Bao Guang Holy Hall, and a wealth of agricultural and specialty products. All of these elements ensure that every visitor’s trip is vibrant and memorable.

　　Siraya National Scenic Area Top Reason to Visit: The scenic area with the most abundant folk culture activities in Taiwan