The park is situated on land formerly owned by the Taiwan Sugar Corporation, specifically integrated into the Huwei Sugar Factory complex.
The Huwei Sugar Factory, adjacent to the park, is one of the few sugar refineries in Taiwan that still operates seasonally.
The name 'Tongxin' translates to 'same heart,' symbolizing the communal bond among factory workers.
The park site was designed to manage the environmental impact of the nearby factory while offering labor welfare facilities.
Tongxin Park in Huwei Township was originally established as a recreational space for employees of the adjacent Huwei Sugar Factory. The park features a distinct Japanese colonial architectural influence, reflecting the historical development of Taiwan's sugar industry. It contains several mature Banyan and tropical trees that provide significant canopy coverage. The park serves as a green buffer between the active sugar processing infrastructure and the local residential neighborhood. Historical structures and remnants of industrial equipment are situated in close proximity to the park's perimeter. It remains a managed public space maintained by local municipal authorities.
The park entrance near the old sugar railway tracks, which offers a backdrop of vintage industrial rails and greenery.
Combine your visit with a walk to the nearby Huwei Sugar Factory to see historical rail equipment.
Visit during the active milling season to hear the hum of the nearby industrial machinery.
Bring insect repellent as the dense vegetation and proximity to factory water sources can attract mosquitoes.
Do not attempt to enter restricted zones or fenced-off areas of the adjacent sugar factory, as these are active industrial sites.
