Chiben Hot Springs

Chiben Hot Springs have the reputation of being "the greatest scene in eastern Taiwan". In the early years, hot springs emerged from riverbeds. They are carbonic acid springs that are colorless and odorless, and their temperature reaches above 100 degrees Celsius. The springs are of high quality.

Chiben is divided into the inner hot spring area and the outer hot spring area by the Chiben Creek. Although the inner hot spring area was developed later, due to the presence of five-star resorts, the area has become a large business district. It attracts many foreign tourists who demand services of high quality.

The Chiben Hot Springs generally known by the public is located in the outer hot spring area. There are many middle-sized and small hot spring inns. It is convenient to get accommodation or enjoy a hot spring spa. Now the inner hot spring area and the outer hot spring area have expanded and joined together. However, the inner hot spring area is close to the Chiben National Forest Recreation Area and its scenery is better.

Chiben Hot Springs are the gathering place of local aboriginal people. It provides the delicious dishes of aboriginal people and country dishes. Other than stores of country dishes, there are venders selling fruits like Shihgia, pineapple and Loshenhua. It has the flavor of eastern Taiwan.