The Beinan site is recognized as the largest Neolithic burial ground in Taiwan, containing over 1,500 slate coffins.
Archaeological teams recovered more than 20,000 artifacts from this site during salvage excavations initiated by the construction of the Taitung train station.
The park's design incorporates the 'Earth Mound' concept, reflecting the landscape of the prehistoric settlement.
Exhibits highlight the extensive use of jade by the Beinan culture, showing advanced craftsmanship through polished ornaments found in graves.
The museum site is part of a larger 30-hectare archaeological park that preserves the spatial layout of the prehistoric village.
Evidence from the site suggests the Beinan people practiced agriculture and animal husbandry alongside hunting and gathering.
The site provides critical evidence of maritime exchange networks linking Taiwan to the broader Southeast Asian Neolithic cultures.
The Beinan Archaeological Park Exhibition Hall is the primary repository for artifacts unearthed from the Beinan Site, one of the largest and most significant Neolithic burial sites in the Asia-Pacific region. Located on the ancestral lands of the Puyuma people, the museum showcases prehistoric slate coffins, jade ornaments, and pottery fragments. The site itself represents a major excavation area where archaeologists discovered over 1,500 slate coffins since initial findings in 1980. The exhibition hall features architectural elements inspired by traditional indigenous structures, integrating local culture with historical research. Exhibits explain the social stratification and burial customs of the Beinan culture, which dates back approximately 2,000 to 3,000 years. The park grounds include open-air excavation pits where visitors can view ongoing archaeological investigations. The facility serves as both a research center and an educational space focusing on the prehistoric development of Taiwan.
The elevated observation deck overlooking the open-air excavation sites provides the best perspective of the park's layout.
Prioritize walking the outdoor trails to see the open-air excavation pits before entering the main exhibition hall.
Bring sun protection as the park grounds have limited shade, especially near the excavation areas.
Look for the interpretive signage along the walking paths, which explains the historical significance of the specific terrain features.
Do not wander off the marked paths in the park, as some areas contain sensitive ongoing archaeological research zones.
Closed every Monday.
Maintain a quiet tone within the indoor exhibition hall and strictly avoid touching artifacts or entering restricted excavation zones.
