The water in the foot bath is naturally heated and known locally as 'beauty water' due to its high sodium bicarbonate content.
The square was specifically designed by landscape architects to act as a 'thermal spring park' to revitalize the town center.
The water temperature in the foot bath is regulated to be comfortable for skin contact, usually maintained around 40 degrees Celsius.
The square design incorporates natural stone materials to harmonize with the volcanic geology of the surrounding mountains.
Jiaoxi Landscape Square serves as a public urban park centered around the town's famous sodium bicarbonate hot spring water. The facility features a distinctive open-air foot bath area where visitors can soak their feet directly in mineral-rich water flowing through a channel. It acts as a primary recreational hub for the Jiaoxi hot spring district, integrating water features with pedestrian-friendly walkways. The site is designed to be fully accessible to the public at no cost, promoting the region's long-standing bathing culture. It occupies a strategic intersection in the heart of the township, acting as a gateway for travelers exploring local thermal springs.
The elevated boardwalk overlooking the main water channel offers the best angle of the square's layout.
Bring a small towel to dry your feet after using the public foot baths.
Wear loose-fitting trousers or pants that can be easily rolled up to the mid-calf.
Visit during the early morning or late evening to enjoy the water without the peak daytime crowds.
Avoid sitting on the edge of the fountain or water features outside of the designated foot bath areas.
Clean your feet before entering the water channel; no full body soaking is permitted in the foot bath area.
