Zhiben Hot Springs
This is the most famous hot spring town in Taiwan, celebrated as the "No. 1 Scenic Spot in East Taiwan." The water quality of Zhiben Hot Springs is excellent,…
Zhiben Hot Springs, Eastern Taiwan · Original uploader was Koika at zh.wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2729. Open in Google Maps
About Zhiben Hot Springs
This is the most famous hot spring town in Taiwan, celebrated as the "No. 1 Scenic Spot in East Taiwan." The water quality of Zhiben Hot Springs is excellent, and it is said to help with skin diseases, arthritis, neuralgia, blood circulation, and the relaxation of muscles and joints. Several privately invested tourist hotels have been built in the Zhiben hot spring village, making accommodation, soaking and spa treatments all very convenient within the hot spring area.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I spend at Zhiben Hot Springs?
Plan on 2–3 hours for Zhiben Hot Springs.
Where is Zhiben Hot Springs?
Zhiben Hot Springs is in Eastern Taiwan, Taiwan Region, in the South China of China. 17 km southwest of Taitung City
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