Matai'an Wetland Ecological Park


The Matai'an Wetland Ecological Park is a wetland in Guangfu Township, Hualien County, Taiwan.

Name

Matai'an, which means tree bean, comes from the Matai'an tribe of the indigenous Ami people who inhabit the area around the wetland.

History

The area around the wetland has been used by the local tribe for farming and fishing. In 1991, the Hualien County Farmers' Association set up an area inside the park to promote flower produce of the county.

Geology

The wetland is located at the foot of Mount Masi and spans over an area of 12 hectares, making it the largest wetland in the county. The wetland is formed by the flow of Fudeng River.

Ecology

The wetland consists of around 100 types of water plants.

Facilities

The wetland is equipped with bicycle trail.

Transportation

The wetland is accessible within walking distance southwest of Guangfu Station of Taiwan Railways.