Nanshi River

The Nanshi River (Chinese: 南勢溪; Hanyu Pinyin: Nánshì Xī; Tongyong Pinyin: Nánshìh Si; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Lâm-sì-khe; DT: Lamsiw kev) is a river in Taiwan. The river is governed by Water Management Office of Taipei City Government overseen by the Water Resources Agency.[1]

Nanshi River
Nanshi River at Wulai
Native name南勢溪  (Chinese)
Location
LocationTaiwan
Physical characteristics
MouthXindian River
  location
Xindian District
Length45 km

Geography

The river flows through Wulai District and Xindian District of New Taipei City and Yilan County for 45 km. It is one of the tributaries of Xindian River. At Guishan, Xindian, it combines with Beishi River to form Xindian River. Forward, its down reach has many scenic spots.[2][3] There are many public hot springs along the river banks.[4]

Map showing the location of the Nanshi River within the Tamsui River watershed

See also

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