Chuping Archaeological Site

The Chuping Archaeological Site is an archaeological site in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. It houses relics of the first prehistoric mountain settlements in Taiwan.

Modern history

The site was discovered in 1980 in the upper area of Zhuoshui River valley. Three excavations were performed there between 1981 and 1987. The site was later covered again as a protective measure, with the intention of eventually transforming it into an educational exhibit. On 14 May 2019, the Ministry of Culture declared the site as Taiwan's 10th national archaeological site.

Geology

The site is located at an altitude of.