An Air of Humanity

  
     
  　　One of the most appealing features of Houli is its richness of humanity. Toyota's TV commercial had introduced this hometown of saxophones to the fellow citizens. This unique industry has made Houli into the music capital of Taiwan that is rich in art and history.  
     
  　　After Mr. Chang Lien-Cheng had formed the first band with other gentlemen and doctors in the area, other people followed suit with their own bands. Houli's saxophone makers not only know how to manufacture saxophones, they also know how to play them, making the factories the perfect place to train musicians. A Houli elder once said, "One out of ten people in Houli knows more than one musical instrument" to describe the popularity of music in this town.  
     
 
　　Houli's location is in the middle of Taiwan, with high temperature and humidity. During the summer, the temperature is high, with lots of precipitation; during the winter, it is dry with little precipitation. Couple this climate with the proper pH in the soil makes this area suitable for growing agricultural products. The major products include flowers, pears, persimmons, grapes, potatoes, and rice. The grape wine in particular is quite famous and sought after.
Houli is also famous for its red wine.
Houli is also famous for its red wine.
 
     
 
　　It is worth mentioning that Houli's flower planting area and quantity are ranked number two in the nation. It produces numerous types of flowers, such as orchids, lilies, and flaming plants. During the peak season, a sea of flowers is a very pretty sight. During the leisure time, people would play their saxophones in the field, both entertaining themselves and the passersby. The fragrance of the flowers and the melodious notes of the saxophone combine in harmony to produce a picture of relaxation, adding an air of humanity to this town.
Houli's production of flowers ranks number 2 in Taiwan.
Houli's production of flowers ranks number 2 in Taiwan.