Yuli Township lies at the heart of the East Rift Valley, surrounded by mountains and blessed with fresh air. Like a hidden paradise, it is nourished by pristine mountain springs that sustain its fertile fields and nurture a rich and kind-hearted culture.

Formerly known as “Pusikou,” Yuli saw its first Han settlers enter the area in the 1850s during the Xianfeng era to trade with Indigenous peoples. In 1875, General Wu Guang-liang led the Flying Tiger Army through the Batongguan Trail to reach Pusikou. With the opening of the Eastern Line railway in 1917, modernization accelerated, and the township’s name was changed to “Yuli.”

Yuli is home to a rich blend of cultures, with the Amis being the most widely distributed Indigenous group, comprising 21 villages. Summer is the season of Harvest Festivals across the town, where joyful songs and dances reflect the people’s optimism and gratitude, celebrating past blessings while praying for future abundance. Their traditional cuisine and handicrafts express a deep connection to the land and a way of life steeped in simplicity and nature.

After more than a century of development, this humble yet charming town has not only established a strong cultural and industrial foundation, but also grown into a vibrant community known for its outstanding agricultural products and unique potential.