Jin Huang Wenquan
Maolin, Kaohsiung City, China
- Location
- Maolin, Kaohsiung City, China
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
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Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Jin Huang Wenquan is located in Maolin, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, a mountainous area in the island's south. Sulfurous water, around 38°C, feeds an open-air bathing spot.
Insider tip — Hidden in the rugged Maolin Recreation Area of southern Taiwan, these springs emerge from deeply eroded river gorges in the Central Mountain Range foothills. The sulfurous water reflects volcanic-hydrothermal influence from south Taiwan's fault systems, and the surrounding purple butterfly valley forest adds extraordinary natural beauty. The Rukai indigenous people have long inhabited this valley, and the springs hold significance in local tradition. Winter visits coincide with the spectacular annual purple crow butterfly migration through the valley.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.