Tabangu is located at the end of the Alishan Mountains with an elevation of about 900 meters above sea level, and it is the hometown of Tsou Tribe. About 300 years ago, two major old communities, Tabangu and Tefuye, became the Tabangu Village, the largest Tsou Tribe, at the intersection of the Changguchuan River and the Yisihji-anna River of the Zengwun up-streams.

Tabangu keeps many Tsou’s traditions, customs, worship ceremonies, and culture. The village holds ceremonies like Good-Harvest Festival and Mayasvi every year. However, the biggest feature of Tabangu is still its enriched natural ecological resources, including the Yisihji-anna Natural Ecological Park and the Dade-an Ecological Garden. So far there are two trails in Tabangu. Both of the ancient forestry trails serve the Tsou Tribe for hunting and battling and are filled with artificial-planted coniferous trees along the way from the Japanese Era. Forests in the Yisihji-anna Natural Park are primitive. Huge Shansu trees are everywhere by the road. You can also see clean rivers, streams and waterfalls. Besides, Tabangu is also a good place to watch birds.

Tabangu’s major industries are tea and high cold vegetables, mainly Shankuei and bamboo shoots. It is the center of all tribes in Alishan Township and the location of Tsou people’s political, economical, cultural and administrative departments. Many government offices and cultural workshops are here, such as the Alishan Library, the 228 Monument, the Tsou Aboriginal People’s Resources Center, the Ecological Travel Center, the Senior’s Activity Center, etc. Tabangu villagers are very hospitable, so there are a few simple B&B’s and restaurants. Visitors can contact the Ecological Travel Service Center for information on tour packages.