Urban Township · 田中鎮
🚉 Tianzhong Township 田中鎮
40.1km²
Area
面積
~50,000
Population
人口
鎮
Urban Township
行政類型
What Tianzhong Township is famous for 特色
Tianzhong is a railway junction town where the West Trunk Line and the Ji-Ji Branch Line diverge. Its paddy fields yield some of Changhua's finest rice, and local pomelo (柚子) farms are a notable autumn product. The town has several Japanese-era government buildings and a strong community of traditional woodworkers.
田中鎮是西部幹線與集集支線的鐵路分岔點，是名副其實的鐵路交會小鎮。這裡的稻田孕育出彰化縣品質最佳的米糧之一，秋季盛產的柚子更是遠近馳名的在地特產。鎮內保存有多棟日治時期的官方建築，同時也是傳統木工藝匠聚集的重鎮，手藝代代相傳，享譽全台。
Places to visit 值得一遊
Tianzhong Train Station田中車站
Built in 1920 during the Japanese colonial era, this charming wooden station is the gateway to the legendary Ji-Ji Branch Line. Travelers can board scenic trains here that pass through lush river valleys all the way to Checheng in Nantou County. The station's historic architecture has been carefully preserved and is a beloved landmark in the community.
Tianzhong Wetland Park生態公園
This peaceful ecological park offers a refreshing green space where families and students can explore local flora and wetland wildlife. Boardwalks wind through reeds and ponds, making it an ideal spot for nature observation and outdoor learning. Migratory birds visit seasonally, delighting birdwatchers and photography enthusiasts alike.
Traditional Woodworking Workshops傳統木工坊
Tianzhong has long been home to master craftsmen who practice the ancient art of traditional joinery and temple woodcarving. Visitors can observe skilled artisans shaping beams, brackets, and decorative panels destined for temples across Taiwan. Some workshops welcome school groups for hands-on demonstrations of this living cultural heritage.
Pomelo Orchards柚子果園
Each autumn, Tianzhong's pomelo orchards burst with enormous golden fruit, drawing visitors from across the island for fruit-picking weekends. The local pomelo varieties are prized for their thick, fragrant peel and sweet, juicy flesh. Many orchards offer guided tours and allow guests to squeeze fresh pomelo juice on the spot.
Did you know? 你知道嗎？
Six facts about Tianzhong Township — perfect for quizzes and classroom discussions.
六個關於田中鎮的趣味知識，適合課堂問答。
Gateway to Ji-Ji Line集集線的起點
The Ji-Ji Branch Line — one of Taiwan's most scenic railways — branches off from Tianzhong Station. This beloved route winds through the green hills and river valleys of central Taiwan, passing charming small towns all the way to the end of the line in Checheng.
A Century-Old Station百年老車站
Tianzhong Station was built in 1920 and retains its Japanese-era wooden structure. Over a century later, its warm timber walls and sloping roof still greet passengers just as they did during the colonial period, making it one of Changhua's most photogenic historic sites.
Premium Reduced-Pesticide Rice減農藥認證好米
Local farmers produce certified "reduced-pesticide" rice that is sold at premium prices in specialty stores and online markets. Careful soil management and clean irrigation water from the mountains give Tianzhong rice its distinctively fragrant flavor and firm, springy texture.
Rebuilt After the Big Quake震後重建的韌性
The area was heavily affected by the devastating 1999 Ji-Ji Earthquake (9/21), which measured 7.3 on the Richter scale and caused widespread damage across central Taiwan. However, the communities of Tianzhong rebuilt with remarkable resilience and determination, and today the town stands as a testament to the spirit of its people.
Autumn Pomelo Weekends秋日柚子採果樂
Autumn pomelo harvests draw city visitors for fruit-picking weekends every year. Families drive out from Taichung and beyond to wander the fragrant orchards, pick their own fruit directly from the trees, and learn about the farming traditions that have sustained this community for generations.
Temple Woodwork Capital廟宇木藝重鎮
Traditional joinery craftsmen here supply temple woodwork across Taiwan. The intricate carved brackets, dragon pillars, and decorative panels found in famous temples from north to south often trace their origins back to the skilled hands of Tianzhong's master woodworkers, keeping an ancient craft alive for future generations.