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The Jingzaijiao Tile-Salt Field is the first salt field in Beimen, and it is also the oldest remaining tile-salt field site. It was originally the Ledong Salt Field during the Qing Dynasty. It was moved here in 1818 and has not been relocated since. It is the oldest salt field in Taiwan with a history of 200 years. According to historical records, Zheng's consultant, Chen Yonghua, believed that the salt-making technology of the aboriginal people at that time was not yet mature, and the produced salt had a bitter taste. Therefore, he reformed the salt-making method. He built a platform on the seaside, laid broken tiles on it, and introduced water into the salt pool. The salt was formed through the crystallization on the tiles under the sun. This method promoted the advancement of the artificial salt-making industry. The tile-salt field, paved with tile pieces about 6 millimeters thick, presents a beautiful mosaic-like art. In order to continue the spirit of the salt-making industry, the salt field was restored, and the unique salt-making landscape of "Jingzaijiao" was preserved on the coast of Yonghua Village, Beimen. As the sun sets, the afterglow of the sunset is reflected in the salt field, making it a popular spot for photographers to capture the beauty of the sunset. It has become one of the most distinctive tourist attractions in the Yunlin, Chiayi, and Tainan Coast National Scenic Area. The Jingzaijiao Tile-Salt Field allows people to relive the common memories of the residents. Visitors can experience the fun of traditional salt-making, salt-lifting, and salt-gathering, and gain a deeper understanding of the history of Taiwan's salt production. It is a deep tourism spot suitable for families with children.