Taiwan
has produced many hot spring areas under the squeeze of the Eurasian plate,
mainly developed during the Japanese occupation period. After declared martial
law ended, many hot spring operators started to adopt the Japanese business
model and vigorously promoted the functions of health, beauty, and leisure that
the hot springs have, which promoted the rapid development of hot spring and
tourism industry. Now with the appearance of hot spring cuisine and bed and
breakfast inns, the development of hot spring and tourism industry is complete.