Growing up in Beitou, Taipei, Pan Hsiao-hsia originally ran an advertising company. After martial law was lifted, he joined the Independence Post as a photojournalist. Initially passionate about sculpture and painting, Pan became entranced by Taiwan’s indigenous culture after reading "Taiwan Indigenous Cultural Art."
Taipei provides a variety of hot spring choices, especially on the slopes of the massive mountains north of the city. The best-known hot spring destination in the greater Taipei area is none other than Beitou District, a region that is synonymous with hot springs and is one of the best areas for enjoying this heaven-sent natural resource.