Zhaori Hot Spring

Hot spring in Lüdao, Taitung County, Taiwan

Zhaori Hot Spring is located in Taitung County
Zhaori Hot Spring
Zhaori Hot Spring

The Zhaori Hot Spring (traditional Chinese: 朝日溫泉; simplified Chinese: 朝日温泉; pinyin: Zhāorì Wēnquán) is a hot spring in Green Island, Taitung County, Taiwan.

History

During the Japanese rule of Taiwan, the hot spring was named Asahi Hot Spring.[1]

Geology

The water spring is the only one of three saltwater hot springs in the world.[2] The water source of the hot spring comes from the sea and underwater of the island heated by lava.[3] The temperature of the hot spring ranges between 60 and 70°C.[4][5]

Architecture

The hot spring consists of three open-air pools, a spa pool and five terrace-like pools.[5][1]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Zhaori Hot Spring". Taitung Taiwan's Treasure. Retrieved 24 October 2017.
  2. ^ "Taiwan Bureau highlights marine tourism". eTN. 11 April 2018. Retrieved 28 October 2018.
  3. ^ Salmonsen, Renée (5 July 2018). "Top 10 must-see attractions in Taitung, Taiwan". Taiwan News. Retrieved 12 June 2021.
  4. ^ "Zhaori Saltwater Hot Springs". Taiwan, the Heart of Asia. Retrieved 24 October 2017.
  5. ^ a b "Zhaori Hot Spring". East Coast National Scenic Area. 24 October 2017. Retrieved 24 October 2017.
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