Beigang, Yunlin


Beigang or Peikang is an urban township in Yunlin County, Taiwan. It is primarily known for its Chaotian Temple, one of the most prominent Temples of Mazu on Taiwan. It has a population of 40,327 as of November 2017.

Geography

The Beigang River borders the town on the east and south.

History

Dutch Formosa

During the Dutch era, Ponkan was an important coastal castle. In 1621, "Chinese Peter" from Zhangzhou, Fujian and his forces occupied Ponkan and started to develop Tsulosan, which grew to become the capital of Tsulo County in 1704.

Administrative divisions

The township comprises 28 villages: Caohu, Dabei, Datong, Fupan, Fuzhao, Gongguan, Gongrong, Gouzao, Guangfu, Guangmin, Haoshou, Hougou, Huasheng, Liucuo, Nanan, Pangou, Renan, Renhe, Shuipu, Shujiao, Sifu, Tunghua, Tungyang, Xincuo, Xinjie, Xishi, Yimin and Zhonghe.

Education

The China Medical University has a branch in Beigang.
Beigang is only a short drive from National Chung Cheng University, one of Taiwan's foremost research universities.

Tourist attractions

Bus stations in the county is Beigang Bus Station of Chiayi Bus.

Notable natives