From a monster-themed village to a rice museum, Pitou Township is packed with family-friendly attractions. Visit a beautiful Taoist temple, enjoy traditional Taiwanese food and stroll along streets lined with bright-yellow Kapok flowers and pastel-pink cherry blossoms.
Things to do in Pitou Township
Visit Nanyun Temple and admire the elaborate, brightly painted façade. The temple is an important stop on the annual Dajia Matsu Pilgrimage, which celebrates the beloved Taoist sea goddess. Cherry-red paper lanterns hang from the eaves and furls of incense fill the air.
Learn about one of Taiwan’s most important crops at the Valley Castle Rice Museum. The museum is dedicated to rice production and features interactive exhibits and multimedia displays. Factory tours offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the field-to-table process. Stock up on everything from white, brown and black rice to rice soap, tea and beauty products at the gift shop.
Snap selfies with adorable mascots at Monster Baibao Village. The grounds feature colourful, monster-inspired sculptures and murals. Step into the exhibition halls to admire works by local artists. Other galleries spotlight the ancient art of making Taiwanese foods like fermented fruit and dried meat.
From steaming bowls of beef noodle soup to “gua bao” pork belly buns, the rich flavours and colours of Taiwanese cuisine are on full display in Pitou Township. In the city, you’ll find bustling hot pot restaurants where you can dip thinly sliced meat, chunks of tofu, leafy greens and dumplings into simmering pots of broth. Customise your dish with soy sauce, black vinegar, sesame oil, spring onions and other garnishes.
Getting around Pitou Township
Rental cars are the best way to explore Pitou Township at your own pace. Local buses operate across the township but can be slow and difficult to navigate. Pitou Township is in Changhua County, a one-hour drive from Taichung City. Taichung International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.