休閒農漁

For the population of Liuying (柳營), Baweng village(li; 八翁里) is simply referred to as Ba-lao-ye village (八老爺), and this place had previously been an important source of cow milk for Taiwan. Once the first generation of farmers had moved on, and due to structural changes within the industry which meant that there were less farming households located on the Ba-lao-ye site, some ranches became tourist ranches along with Bao-lao-ye.The ranch no longer relies primarily on production features and now has a restaurant and sells dairy products, in a nod to its previous function.

Liuying (柳營) is a rural village known as the home of milk. In the past it was common to see water buffalos helping farmers in the fields, so the locals have a unique connection with cattle. Due to changes over the years, water buffalo plowing has gradually become an historical sight, as many of the buffalo have become old. Old Buffalo Home (老牛的家) was founded to give the old buffalo a place to enjoy their later years following the retirement of many elderly farmers.

Lotus World(蓮花世界) is located at Linfenying in Liujia District. Owner Mr. Lin Sen-jin has being studying lotuses for over 20 years and continually develops new varieties. He is nicknamed “Dr. Lotus” locally. In over 20 years, he has developed more than 300 lotus varieties. Various kinds of lotus can be seen here, including the brightly colored Perfume Lotus, rare Black Sleeping Lotus, the lotus with the world’s smallest flower at just one centimeter, as well as the King Lotus that can support 40 kilograms, with numerous varieties you won’t be able to take them all in.

Dongshan (東山) is the home of Taiwanese coffee and Taiwan's largest coffee production area. With its high position on the global bean belt, and 500 to 800m above sea level, close to the Tsengwen, Baihe and Wushantou Reservoirs (曾文、白河和烏山頭水庫), its soil quality, temperature and humidity are all perfect for growing coffee. This is what gives Dongshan coffee its own unique flavor, and it has repeatedly won awards in global coffee competitions; one of the best coffee varieties in the world.

Walking along 175 Coffee Road (175公路咖啡大道,) you will see a sign for the Fairy Lake Farm(仙湖農場), and all along the path you will find Chinese honey tangerines all around. The farm's observation tower is its main landmark. The farm, which occupies 52 hectares, boasts a popular infinity pool, with its ice cold water drawn from a spring on the hill. In the summertime, you can always see parents and kids soaking in the pool, gazing at the lush green hillside.

Baihe reservoir (白河水庫), built in 1965, sits like an emerald at the base of Guanziling Mountain (關子嶺山) in a beautiful mountain lake setting. Inside the park, the forest provides dense shade, and the water's surface ripples bluish green. Strolling in the area's fresh air, tourists will feel the coolness of the lake on the breeze, and the gentle hill at the shore gives a wide field of view. In the early morning, egrets and other water birds can be spotted foraging at the water's edge, returning to the trees at dusk to roost.

Baihe(白河)’s lotus fields can be seen all over the district. However, to see a host of lotuses in one place, Lotus Park(蓮花公園) is the place to for. The park has trails and other facilities, including a car park and toilets, making a visit very convenient. Visitors are presented with a magnificent sea of lotuses. When a breeze comes, the entire lotus field rises and falls gently like waves on the sea. The best place to view the lotuses is from the pavilion at the center of Lotus Pond.

Swan Lake (天鵝湖), originally called Piliaopi (埤寮埤), is the water source for irrigation of the nearby farmland, and in recent years it has become a new landmark in Xinying (新營). Walking the trail around the lake, tourists can admire the view of the lake's arched bridge and marvel at the lotuses adorning the surface of the lake. Many visitors can't resist preparing some tasty snacks and bringing a picnic blanket to sit and enjoy a picnic while appreciating the scenery. The beautiful water scenery and abundance of lush greenery make this a good leisure destination for the whole family.

Wanpi World Safari Zoo (頑皮世界野生動物園) is a well-established, and currently the only zoo in Tainan. The care in looking after the animals and the management ethos make it a favorite destination among tourists. Just by walking in to the park you can feel the feeling of closeness with the animals. The macaws in the large entrance greet you by shaking and swaying their heads, and tourists get the opportunity to come into close contact with capybaras, giraffes and elephants under supervision of specialized zookeepers. This is a specialized zoo with ecological education as its core concept.

After the boats return laden with their plentiful and varied catch in the early hours the lively
seafood auction takes place. This is a scene repeated day after day at Jiangjun Fishing Harbor (將軍漁港). If tourists can’t wait to enjoy seafood purchases at home, the restaurants at the side of the harbor serve up dishes made using just-landed seafood.
At dusk, as the harbor falls silent, the reflection of the setting sun turns the calm water a golden color and fishing boats slowly sail by, the scene has an enchanting sense of freedom and romance.