Zhushan

Zhushan (竹山) is a town in southern Nantou County, Taiwan, at the foot of the mountains. It is known for its bamboo industry, the historic Zhushan Old Street, and its proximity to the Xitou forest recreation area. The town is also the gateway to the Yushan National Park from the west.

The climate is humid subtropical. October to March are the best months. The town centre is compact.

By Plane

Taichung International Airport (RMQ) is about 65 km north. A taxi takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and costs around NT$1,600–2,000.

By Train

Zhushan does not have a TRA station. The nearest station is Jiji Station (12 km north). From Jiji, take a taxi or bus.

By Car / Road

Zhushan is accessible via Freeway 3 (Zhushan exit). From Nantou City, drive south for about 30 minutes.

The town centre is walkable. A car is useful for reaching forest areas.

• Zhushan Old Street — A historic street with traditional shops.

• Zhushan Bamboo Museum — Exhibits on the local bamboo industry.

• Zhushan Mazu Temple — A local temple.

• Xitou Nature Education Area — A beautiful forest recreation area.

• Explore the old street.

• Learn about bamboo crafts at the museum.

• Visit the Xitou forest.

• Bamboo shoot dishes are a local speciality.
• Small eateries serve Taiwanese cuisine. NT$50–150.

Dongding oolong tea is the local speciality.

• Budget: Guesthouses, NT$800–1,200.
• Mid-range: Hotels near Xitou, NT$1,500–3,000.

• Bamboo products — Crafts, utensils, and furniture.
• Dongding oolong tea — A famous local tea.
• Local bamboo shoot products.

• Jiji — 12 km north. Historic railway town.
• Xitou — 8 km east. Forest recreation area.
• Lugu — 10 km northeast. Tea country.
• Shuili — 15 km north. River town.
• Yushan National Park — 40 km east. Taiwan's highest peak.