Guanziling Hot Spring
關子嶺溫泉
A rare mud hot spring in Taiwan with grayish-black waters rich in minerals; nearby are the Water and Fire of the Same Source wonder and a red-leaf park.
Guanziling Hot Spring lies in the mountains of Baihe District, about 1 hour's drive from downtown Tainan. It was developed during the Japanese occupation period and is one of Taiwan's four major hot springs. The spring water contains abundant mud minerals, giving it a grayish-black color. It is a rare mud spring, and skin feels silky after soaking. The hot spring street has many hot spring inns and public baths offering soaks and accommodation. Nearby is the Water and Fire of the Same Source, a wonder where spring water and natural gas rise together from rock crevices. There are also Biyun Temple and a red-leaf park. Driving is most convenient, though you can also take a bus from Xinying Station.
Opening hours
Hours vary by hot spring inn
Nearby sights
- Wushantou Reservoir
- Nankunshen Daitian Temple
- Museum of Taiwan History
- Jingzaijiao Tile-paved Salt Fields
- Qigu Salt Mountain
- Tainan Garden Night Market
- Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
- Sacrificial Rites Martial Temple