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The Pears Homeland Leisure Agricultural Area

Fog-passing trail
Fog-passing trail

The Pears Homeland Leisure Agricultural Area (東勢區梨之鄉休閒農業區) has won the 2018 and 2021 Leisure Agricultural Area Evaluation Appraisal Excellent Award and Model Award. Its integrated software and hardware planning includes a guided tour of the pear cultural center, open sightseeing fruit picking, coffee and orchid production, hiking trails, particular landscapes, natural forest ecology, pottery, wood carving, lacquer art projects, etc. There are orchards all over the area, bright and emerald green. And fruit farmers are in and out of orchards, creating the most beautiful scenery. Along the way, the bald cypresses beside the road are more colorful in autumn, while the towering white pines are verdant and forceful. Also, you can find new horizons and surprises at every turn. When reaching the summit, depending on the season and climate, you may be greeted by a sea of clouds, enveloped in mist, or witness the radiant afterglow of the setting sun. There are captivating wonders to experience throughout the year!

The forest form here is also abundant because of the steep terrain, such as white pines, bald cypress, beech, sweet gum, cherry blossoms, Tung trees, etc. When autumn comes, the whole mountain will quietly change into a colorful coat, which is a beautiful sight to behold. The Pears Homeland Leisure Agricultural Area is where you can refresh your soul and relax your mind. At night, you can watch the sea of stars, listen to the chirping of insects and birds, and enjoy the life experience of nature. We Welcome everyone to indulge in the unhurried lifestyle of slow food, living, and travel.

【The hometown of fireflies in the Pears Homeland Leisure Agricultural Area】
This region boasts a thriving ecological environment and is committed to operating in an eco-friendly manner. In recent years, dedicated efforts have been made to restore the firefly population. The firefly viewing event, which starts in April each year, combines with the local Hakka cuisine - the Ground Dining Table Agricultural Tour Package itinerary. It has become one of the annual grand events in the Pears Homeland Leisure Agricultural Area.

【Pear Tree Adoption】
During the pear tree adoption period, you can make an appointment with the fruit grower in advance. You can personally experience the process from grafting pear ears to bagging and planting in the agricultural garden to participating in the beautiful and plain scenery of the natural rural environment. Additionally, you can savor the fresh flavors of newly harvested fruits and create cherished memories of your visit.

Theme itinerary: Appreciating fireflies in the hometown of fireflies in love with pears, the ecology of Unicorn insect, guided tour of variety breeding Asian pear (高接梨) culture, potted Chinese cymbidium combination, DIY pottery, DIY lacquer experience, adoption of pear trees, Pear Bus, Annest Landscaping Art Decoration Experience Farming Activities and picnics.

Production crops: Variety breeding Asian pear, orchid, persimmon, citrus, dragon fruit, coffee, different bamboo shoots, Asian plum, peach, etc.

Leisure attractions: Fog-passing Trail, White Pine Forest, Bold Cypress Forest, and Beech Tudigong Temple.


【Traffic Guide】

【By driving】

Take National Highway No. 1 or No. 3 to connect National Highway No. 4, and turn to the east end, turn left at Fengshi Road (豐勢路) , and turn left to the Dongshi (東勢) direction. Then cross Dongfeng Bridge (東豐大橋) and turn right. Next, turn left at Section 7 of Dongguan Road (東關路) and the first cross street (第一橫街), and you can reach No. 242, Section 4, Dongqi Road (東崎路).

Address: No. 242, Section 4, Dongqiu Road, Dongcheng District, Taichung City ( 臺中市東勢區東崎路四段242號)
Tel: 04-25872151#5299
Association telephone: 04-25881829, 0975537363

  • Data update: 2023-07-03
  • Publish Date: 2023-06-28
  • Source: Agriculture Bureau
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