Mudan

Mudan (牡丹) is a mountain township in eastern Pingtung County, Taiwan, known for the Mudan Incident of 1871 (a historic indigenous conflict with Japan), its hot springs, and indigenous Paiwan culture.

The climate is tropical, cooler in the mountains.

By Plane

Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) is about 90 km north.

By Train

The nearest station is Fangliao Station.

By Car / Road

Mudan is accessible via County Road 199. From Kenting, drive north for about 30 minutes.

A car is essential.

• Mudan Historic Site — Memorials to the 1871 incident.

• Mudan Hot Springs — Natural hot springs.

• Paiwan villages — Indigenous communities.

• Soak in hot springs.

• Learn about Paiwan culture.

• Hike the mountain trails.

• Small local eateries serve Taiwanese dishes including noodles, rice plates, and braised meats. NT$50u2013100 per meal.
• Street food stalls offer snacks like fried chicken, oyster omelettes, and bubble tea.
• Convenience stores are available for quick meals and drinks.

Tap water is not safe to drink; bottled water is widely available. Local tea shops serve bubble tea and Taiwanese tea. Convenience stores sell beverages.

• Budget: Homestays, NT$800–1,200.

Paiwan handicrafts.

• Manzhou — 15 km south.
• Kenting — 30 km south.
• Fangliao — 25 km north.
• Wutai — 30 km north.