The long history of the city has bred many unique cultural
features, rich of local colors that contributed much to the
local economy and tourism.I. Celebrated Arts & Craft
1 .The art of lacquer craft
Close to Big Snow Mountain and Eight-Deity Lumber Yard, Fengyuan has plenty of timber
supply for the development of lacquer ware. The technical skill is rather advanced since
the Japanese occupation, producing many master craftsmen. Fengyuan was once the largest
distribution centre of lacquer ware in Taiwan.
2.Calabash Craft
The gourd is much used in home cooking. The community has worked on the theme and
developed
Calabash Feast that features a wide range of arts and crafts and shows. There is also a
floral arrangement style evolved from the subject, a fine example of integrating industry
with culture.
3.Oil Painting
The city's natural beauties have drawn many artists, and boasts the largest painter
population in the country. The art community is an important equity of the city.
II. Celebrated Local Treats
1. Pastry
Fengyuan City has long been known for her pastries. The
old shops are so favored that many has branches island-wide. The traditional taste keeps
visitors coming back for more.
2.Calabash Rice
The locally produced rice is renowned both domestically and internationally. With two
harvests a year, the production volume is around 33 million metric tons. Welcome for its
whiteness of grain, flavor, sweetness and texture, Fengyuan Rice was presented to the
emperor of Japan, therefore also
known as Tribute Rice (namely Formosa Rice). It is one of the most representative products
of the region.
3. Tangerine
The temperate climate and rich soil come together to yield juicy, sweet tangerines. The
plantation covers 178.84 hectares. In recent years, most of the grounds have been
converted to incorporate tourism features. Together with the orchards in Kunglaoping, it
is now a distinct tourism feature of this city. |
 




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