Travel Date: 2023/05/01
We drove to Sanwan in Miaoli to see the tung trees in bloom. Along the way, we passed by Yongheshan Water Reservoir, and we noticed that the water level was lower than it was a few months ago. The place we visited was not well-known, so there weren't many people there. However, driving a car on the narrow roads was a bit challenging.
The Hakka Tung Blossom Festival started in 2002 as a way to promote Hakka culture. Every April to May, many people travel to the mountains to enjoy the beautiful sight of the blooming flowers. There were two trails, but unfortunately, one of them, which seemed to have more trees, was closed.
Tung trees, also known as tung oil trees or China wood-oil trees, were originally grown in the Yangtze River region of China. They were brought to Taiwan during the Japanese occupation. The majority of tung trees can be found in the northern part of Taiwan, particularly in Miaoli, Hsinchu, and Taoyuan, where they were planted by the Hakka people.
The seeds of these trees are used to produce tung oil, which traditionally was used in lamps. Tung oil is also an ingredient in paint, varnish, and caulk. It is known for its ability to protect wood furniture and make it waterproof. Additionally, tung oil is used in the production of Meinong's oil-paper umbrellas, which is an enduring Hakka craft.
The use of tung oil can be traced back to 400 years B.C., and it was mentioned in the writings of Confucius. Although the demand for tung oil is declining, it still holds a significant place in Hakka culture as one of their popular trees.
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