Yiwu Wetland

Yiwu Wetland (traditional Chinese: 椬梧濕地; simplified Chinese: 椬梧湿地; pinyin: Yíwú Shīdì) is a wetland in Kouhu Township, Yunlin County, Taiwan.

Yiwu Wetland
椬梧濕地 (Chinese)
Yiwu Wetland
Location	Kouhu, Yunlin, Taiwan
Coordinates	23°32′38.3″N 120°10′38.4″E
Type	wetland
Surface area	1,857 hectares (4,590 acres)

History

The wetland was originally a sugarcane farm owned by Taiwan Sugar Corporation.^[1] But due to a typhoon which struck the region, it caused seawater intrusion and the wetland was created.^[2]

Geology

The wetland spans over an area of 1,857 hectares.^[3] It consists of two ponds, the north pond and the south pond, which also acts as fish pond.^[4] It also features a cycling path, several observation decks and pavilions.^[1] The Baigung River, Jienshan Ditch and Niausong Ditch pass through the wetland.^[5]

Transportation

The wetland is accessible by bus from Chiayi Station of Taiwan High Speed Rail.^[2]

See also

• List of tourist attractions in Taiwan