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Jīn fēng Wēnquán

Pingtung County, Taiwan, Taiwan
Jīn fēng Wēnquán
Location
Pingtung County, Taiwan, Taiwan
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
38 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
38 °C
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh

Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

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Jīn Fēng Wēnquán — 'Golden Phoenix Hot Spring' — is a naturally sulphurous geothermal spring in China, its magnificent name invoking the fenghuang — the Chinese phoenix, a mythological bird of fire, prosperity, and renewal that holds a place in Chinese cosmology as powerful as the dragon, symbolising the feminine yin principle and the auspicious union of heaven and earth. A hot spring named after the golden phoenix carries associations of exceptional quality, transformative power, and auspicious blessing, suggesting a mineral water of rare therapeutic virtue and spiritual potency. The spring offers warm, sulphurous mineral water whose golden name promises a bathing experience of exceptional restorative power.

Insider tip — Situated in the southernmost thermal zone of Taiwan near Pingtung, this spring benefits from the island's active tectonic boundary and emerges at a comfortable 38°C. The subtropical climate means bathing is pleasant even in winter, and the surrounding hills are dotted with betel palm plantations. Access requires a short hike along a forested stream 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.