The "Sunset Excursion Branch" is located behind the Salt God White Sand Beach Park, covering an area of about 100 pings. It was originally established as the Anping Branch of the Taiwan Governor-General’s Monopoly Bureau in Tainan, later renamed to "Taiwan Governor-General’s Monopoly Bureau Tainan Branch Anping Sub-office" due to organizational simplifications. During the peak of the salt industry, this place was an important base. To the east was the salt refining experimental factory; the north housed storage rooms, a vacuum salt workshop, and tall chimneys; the west was the salt warehouse. After the recovery of Taiwan, the office was converted into a dormitory to accommodate the families of the Salt Administration Bureau staff. Currently operated by a local enterprise, it has been renamed "Sunset Excursion Branch." This place is deeply tied to the history of salt, with the Japanese pronunciation of salt being "SIO." The geographical location is also ideal for watching the sunset, making it a popular spot for tourists in the afternoon. The name "Excursion Branch" refers to an administrative function, similar to what a branch office serves in modern times, and "Sunset Excursion Branch" creatively combines tourism value with historical significance, leaving a deep impression on visitors. The architecture is a fusion of Japanese and Western styles, which remains visually pleasing even today. The simple yet delicate appearance, coupled with the surrounding trees and scenery, creates a pleasant environment. The interior exhibition space is dedicated to salt, showcasing unique salt sculptures and special salts from around the world. Additionally, creative souvenirs, such as birthday salt, are available. The birthday salt symbolizes purification, warding off evil, and protection, incorporating the colors of all 365 days, allowing everyone to find their own birthday salt here. This is a meaningful and commemorative product.

Attraction Information:

Phone: 06-3911088

Address: No. 196, Gubao Street, Anping District, Tainan City

Business Hours: Holidays 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Weekdays 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Transportation Information:

[Public Transportation]

Taiwan Railway: Take the train to Tainan Railway Station, then transfer to bus routes 88 or 99 and get off at the Anping Old Fort Station.

Bus: You can take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle to the attraction.

[Driving]

From the Rende Interchange → Drive towards Tainan City → Zhongshan Road, Dongmen Road, cross the Dongmen Overpass → Fuchian Road → Kaishan Road → Minsheng Green Park → Minsheng Road → Anping Road → Turn right onto Anbei Road → Turn right onto Gubao Street at Ximen Elementary School → Sunset Excursion Branch.