The mountainous town, the old street, and the railway are the three unforgettable things about Fenchihu Lake for Taiwanese people. The Fenchihu Lake is situated in Zhuqi Township, Chiayi County and about 1,400 meters above sea level.
The three sides of Fenchihu Lake are surrounded by mountains. The scene of residential houses sitting between the mountains won the place the reputation as “Joufen of Southern Taiwan.” The houses built on the mountains inconspicuously reveal the trace of time. When slowly walking to the 500 m long old street, you will see many vendors selling local foods, such as spicy horseradish, Aiyu seed, and tamarillo. You can also walk along the trail next to Fenchihu Lake Agricultural Product Exhibition and Sales Center or watch the Fenchihu settlement at the lookout platform.