Rural Township · 秀水鄉
💧 Xiushui Township 秀水鄉
31.8km²
Area
面積
~34,000
Population
人口
鄉
Rural Township
行政類型
What Xiushui Township is famous for 特色
Xiushui ("Beautiful Water") occupies the fertile plain between Changhua City and Lukang. Its paddy fields and vegetable plots supply Changhua City markets daily. The Maboludang (馬芙祿當) community of traditional Hakka-influenced farmsteads preserves a rural lifestyle rare this close to the county seat.
秀水鄉位於彰化市與鹿港鎮之間的肥沃平原，地如其名，灌溉渠道縱橫，水源清澈。鄉內的稻田與蔬菜園每日供應彰化市場所需。馬芙祿當社區保存了受客家文化影響的傳統農莊聚落，在距縣治如此近的地方，這種純樸農村生活方式實屬珍貴。
Places to visit 值得一遊
Xiushui Rural Landscape農村風光
Xiushui's open countryside offers a rare glimpse of traditional Taiwanese farming life close to the city. Patchwork rice paddies, irrigation canals, and low farmhouses stretch toward the horizon, making it a popular destination for photography and cycling tours.
Zhenlan Temple鎮瀾宮
This local Mazu worship temple serves as the spiritual and social heart of the community. Its colorful roof decorations and stone carvings reflect centuries of folk religion tradition, and the temple grounds come alive during annual festival processions.
Traditional Farmstead Clusters傳統農舍聚落
Scattered across the township, clusters of old brick-and-tile farmsteads reveal Hakka-influenced architectural styles rarely seen near urban areas. Many families have lived in the same compounds for five or more generations, and some homes still feature original courtyard layouts.
Xiushui Farmers' Association秀水鄉農會
The local Farmers' Association building is more than an administrative hub — it hosts seasonal markets where residents sell freshly harvested edamame, sweet corn, and organic vegetables directly to the public. Visitors can learn about Taiwan's agricultural support system and sample local produce.
Did you know? 你知道嗎？
Six facts about Xiushui Township — perfect for quizzes and classroom discussions.
六個關於秀水鄉的趣味知識，適合課堂問答。
Rural Yet Close to the City近城依舊純農鄉
Xiushui is one of the closest rural townships to Changhua City, yet retains an almost entirely agricultural character. Despite being just minutes from the county seat, you are surrounded by open fields rather than apartment buildings.
An 18th-Century Place Name十八世紀的古地名
The name 秀水 appears in old maps as early as the 18th century, always associated with clean irrigation channels. The name means "beautiful water," a fitting description for a landscape shaped by centuries of careful water management.
Roadside Edamame and Corn路邊攤的毛豆與玉米
Local farmers grow edamame (毛豆) and sweet corn sold at roadside stalls lining Provincial Highway 1. These fresh snacks, harvested the same morning, attract commuters and travelers heading between Changhua City and Lukang.
A Quiet Crossroads Township靜謐的十字路口鄉
The township borders three other townships — its central location makes it a quiet crossroads. This geographic position has historically made Xiushui a natural meeting point for trade and cultural exchange between neighboring communities.
Ox-Drawn Plowing Lives On牛耕傳統猶存
Traditional ox-drawn plowing can still occasionally be seen here in older paddy plots. While most farms have switched to machinery, a handful of elderly farmers continue this centuries-old practice, keeping a living link to Taiwan's agricultural past.
A Museum of Settler Life記錄開墾歷史的社區博物館
A community museum documents 19th-century settler life through donated household artifacts. Residents have contributed tools, cooking utensils, and family heirlooms, creating a grassroots collection that tells the story of how Xiushui was built from scratch by early migrants.