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Beinan Cultural Park

A 3,000-year-old stone slab coffin site — Taiwan's largest prehistoric cultural park
📍 Taitung · Taitung City · Nanwang Village⛩️ Historic sites🔖 Prehistoric site · Archaeological trail · Prehistory museum

Beinan Cultural Park is built upon the largest prehistoric site in Taiwan. The site dates back approximately 3,000 to 5,000 years and has yielded a large number of artifacts including stone slab coffins, jade objects, and pottery. The park features an outdoor archaeological trail and the National Museum of Prehistory (the Prehistory Museum), making it the most comprehensive site in Taiwan for learning about prehistoric civilization.

Highlights of Beinan Cultural Park

The Beinan Site was extensively uncovered during construction of the new Taitung Train Station in the 1980s and is one of the most important prehistoric archaeological discoveries in Taiwan. The cultural layer belongs to the Beinan culture, characterized by stone slab coffin burial. Some stone slab coffins remain on display in situ at the park, and the outdoor archaeological trail allows visitors to observe the site at close range and understand the spatial layout of the prehistoric settlement.

The National Museum of Prehistory, adjacent to the park, systematically presents Taiwan's prehistoric and indigenous cultures, with a rich collection and thorough explanations, suitable for in-depth visits. The museum also has a children's interactive exhibition area, suitable for family visits. The area around the park is home to Nanwang Village (Puyuma Village), which is geographically close, allowing visitors to connect the prehistoric and contemporary cultural threads of the Puyuma people.

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Visit

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Observe the in situ stone slab coffinsSome of the excavated stone slab coffins are displayed in their original positions within the park — first-hand evidence for understanding Beinan burial customs. Reading them alongside the on-site explanatory signs is recommended.
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Outdoor archaeological trailThe trail circles the core area of the site for about 1 km and provides a sense of the prehistoric settlement's spatial distribution. The trail has some incline — appropriate footwear is recommended.
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In-depth visit to the Prehistory MuseumThe National Museum of Prehistory has comprehensive exhibitions. Allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours, and use the audio guide to deepen your understanding.
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Panoramic view of the Rift Valley and mountainsThe park sits at a slightly elevated position, with views covering Taitung City and the Central Mountain Range — one of the few heritage hilltops in Taitung City that offers simultaneous views of mountains and the city below.

Practical Information

Getting There & Time

  • By car: From Taitung City center, head south on Beinan Road, then follow signs to Cultural Park Road. The parking lot is spacious; approximately 10 minutes by car.
  • Public transport: From Taitung Station, take a taxi or city bus, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Opening hours and admission fees are subject to official announcements from the National Museum of Prehistory and Beinan Cultural Park.

Nearby Connections

  • Beinan Cultural Park is close to Nanwang Village. It is possible to walk to the village to experience contemporary Puyuma culture — please observe proper etiquette when visiting, and do not enter private spaces without permission.
  • The Taitung Indigenous Peoples Culture Center is in Taitung City, about 10 minutes by car, and can be combined into an indigenous culture theme half-day itinerary.

Source: Public documents from Beinan Cultural Park and the National Museum of Prehistory. Photos to be replaced with Dio's own shots.

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