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The Hometown of Artisans Leisure Agricultural Zone is located in Dajia District. It was once the origin of the craft of weaving rattan grass, hence the name "Hometown of Artisans". It is the only coastal leisure agricultural zone in Taichung City, facing the Taiwan Strait, rich in agricultural, fishing, and natural ecological resources. The coastline features rocky beaches where one can admire beautiful sunsets, and the area is home to a rich variety of shellfish, migratory birds, crabs, and intertidal zone ecosystems. The zone also boasts swaying sunflowers, delicious taro dishes, and traditional rural fun, such as mud pits and DIY experiences. It's an ideal place for agricultural experiences, environmental education, and day trips. The traffic is convenient, with direct access to the Western Coastal Expressway. Visitors are welcome to come to "Hometown of Artisans" to experience the unique charm of Dajia in different seasons, relive childhood memories, and enjoy rural life. **Traditional Rattan Grass Weaving** The Hometown of Artisans Leisure Agricultural Zone is the birthplace of Dajia's rattan grass mats. Early on, local mothers would weave rattan grass to supplement their family income, becoming the hometown of rattan grass weaving artisans. The zone also features farms that offer experience courses and traditional rattan grass weaving performances. Visitors can experience the process of making and weaving rattan grass firsthand. **Sunflower Beauty** The zone's sunflower fields bloom in every season, making visitors feel like they're in a European garden. Under the bright sunlight and romantic sea breeze, the sunflowers bloom in their most beautiful form. **Rural Fun** Each farm has its own unique kiln, providing a venue, local ingredients, and tools. Visitors can experience the traditional rural fun of burning wood and cooking in a kiln, tasting local flavors. Themed tours include: * Joining the Rattan Grass and Taro Scents: Experience the Hometown of Artisans tour, which combines sea-line flower fields and seasonal themes. * Hometown of Artisans Flower Sea Event * Kiln Experience * Traditional Rice Dishes, Taro Balls, and Dajia Taro Cakes DIY * One-Day Farmer Experience * Dajia Rattan Grass Weaving * Sunflower Planting Experience Main crops: * Rice * Dajia Taro * Organic Vegetables * Freshly Caught Seafood Scenic spots: * Sunflower Fields * Coastal Ecology * Coastal Sunrise and Sunset Viewing **Directions** * Northbound: Take National Highway 1/3 → National Highway 4 to Qingdao → Take Provincial Highway 17 → Turn right onto Provincial Highway 61 (Western Coastal Expressway) to Dajia (northbound) → Take the Jianxing Xiqiao exit to arrive at the leisure agricultural zone. * Southbound: Take National Highway 1/3 → Exit at Yuanshui → Turn right onto Zhongmiao Highway 140 (toward Yuanshui) → Continue on Provincial Highway 1 → Turn left onto Provincial Highway 61 → Travel approximately 3 kilometers to arrive at the leisure agricultural zone.