Zhiben Hot Spring Taitung
Zhiben, Taitung City, Taitung County, Taiwan
- Location
- Zhiben, Taitung City, Taitung County, Taiwan
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 50 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium
The Zhiben Hot Springs are carbonic hot springs located in Beinan Township, Taitung County, Taiwan. The spring water is colorless and odorless, and its temperature can be higher than 100 degrees Celsius. The Zhiben Hot Springs are of high quality and among the most renowned in Taiwan.
Insider tip — Zhiben is one of Taiwan's oldest and most revered hot spring areas, nestled at the mouth of a narrow gorge carved by the Zhiben River on the Pacific-facing eastern rift valley. The alkaline bicarbonate water at 50°C has no sulfur smell, giving it the local nickname of the white spring, and leaves skin exceptionally smooth. The gorge walls are draped in subtropical forest hosting fireflies in summer evenings. Many visitors combine the springs with the nearby Jhiben Forest Recreation Area, where cedar-scented trails lead along the river gorge.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 50 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.