Xihu Sugar Factory｜Steampunk × Five-Sevenths Railway × Sugar Industry Cultural Park

Attractions / Changhua Attractions

【Xihu Sugar Factory】is not just a sugar manufacturing plant, but a "sweet time travel train" spanning a century. From a major sugar industry hub during the Japanese colonial period to today's tourist park integrating railway, culture, cuisine, and forest recreation, Xihu Sugar Factory has become one of Changhua's most distinctive tourist landmarks with its uniquesteampunk aesthetic andfive-sevenths railway culture.

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Four Themed Areas × Historic Site Where Culture and Recreation Coexist

The park spans both sides of Changshui Road, featuringfour themed areas, each worth exploring leisurely:

1｜Sugar Manufacturing Cultural Area: A Glimpse of Taiwan's Golden Age of Sugar Production

• 45-meter tall chimney serves as the park's landmark, symbolizing Taiwan's former status as a global sugar production powerhouse

• Up-close viewing of well-preserved original sugar factory equipment including crushers, centrifuges, evaporators, and boilers

• Weekends featurefree guided tours and video presentations to help you understand the connection between the sugar industry and local development

2｜Railway Enthusiast's Must-Visit｜Five-Sevenths Railway Area

• Railway tracks are only76.2 centimeters wide, half the width of international standard tracks, hence called**"Five-Sevenths Railway"**

• Preserved wooden station andSteam Locomotive Exhibition Hall for close-up viewing of vintage locomotives

• Colorful five-sevenths trains still operate within the park, offering visitors a "mini train journey" experience

3｜Old Factory Buildings × Steampunk Aesthetics

• Giant gears, pipelines, and shared equipment intricately intertwined

• Combining classical and sci-fi elements to create a uniquesteampunk (Steampunk) atmosphere

• Perfect for takingIG-style photos, as if stepping into another industrial world

4｜Recreation and Family Area

• Green forest environment, grassy squares, and BBQ areas (accommodating hundreds) suitable for group gatherings

• Features ecological ponds and children's recreational facilities

• Surrounding areas also sell classicpopsicles, ice cream, sugar confections, and souvenirs

Historical Background × Glorious Memories of Taiwan's Sugar Industry

• Established in1919 (originally named Yamato Sugar Corporation)

• Renamed Xihu Sugar Factory after the war, onceTaiwan's highest sugar-producing factory

• Sugar production operations ceased in2002, transforming into a cultural tourism park

• Being considered for inclusion in theWorld Industrial Heritage list, witnessing a century of industrial history and value

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Recommended Ways to Visit × One-Day Tour Itinerary Suggestions

We recommend arranging a 【Changhua Charter One-Day Tour】, connecting Xihu Sugar Factory with surrounding attractions, suitable for family outings, couple trips, and small groups:

Recommended Route:

• Depart from Taichung HSR Station → Xihu Sugar Factory cultural tour + five-sevenths train ride → Taiwan Glass Gallery → Lukang Old Street or Wanggong Sunset → Return

 

Images and text sourced from:(Taichung Tourism Website Taichung Tourism photos and partial text copyrights belong to original authors)

 

Benefits of Charter Tours

1. Flexible Itineraries, Arranged at Will

   • Compared to public transportation or self-driving, charter tours allow travelers tofreely decide on attractions, duration, and itinerary order.

   • Not restricted by bus or train schedules, making travel more flexible.
      

2. Professional Drivers, No Need to Worry About Transportation

   • Drivers familiar with local road conditions can plan optimal routes, avoiding traffic jams and detours.

   • No need to worry about parking; drivers will arrange suitable drop-off and pick-up points.
      

3. Suitable for Family, Elderly, and Group Travel

   • Eliminates the hassle of carrying luggage and changing transportation, suitable for family trips with children and elderly.

   • Multiple vehicle options,5-seater,7-seater,9-seater can be flexibly arranged according to travel group size.
      

4. Comfortable and Safe, Enhancing Travel Quality

   • Private charter ensures clean and tidy vehicle interior, providing a more comfortable riding experience.

   • Rest and recharge anytime during the journey,avoiding travel fatigue.