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Alishan (Ali Mountain) is the most famous scenic spot which is formed by Dawu Mountain range, Jian Mountain, Zhu Mountain and Ta Mountain. 18 large mountains, stretching from Nantou to Jiayi in two counties. It takes 4 hours by mountaineering train from Jiayi County to reach Alishan scenic spot. There are connected mountain peaks low and high, streams and ponds. Vertical and horizontal in the area, which have not only utter danger of sheer precipices and overhanging rocks, but also the elegance of flying waterfall in deep valleys. The highest peak is 2663 meters above sea level. The mountain is well known to the whole world for its four beautiful scenes of mystical tree, oriental cherry, a sea of clouds and sunrise, thus goes the saying; “Those who haven’t been to Alishan can not know the beauty of Taiwan.” Read the rest of this entry »
Mount Hehuan is located at connected Hehuan Mountain peaks between Nantou County and Hualian County, Taiwan Province. It includes Huhuan main peak, east peak, west peak, south peak, north peak, Hehuan Pinnacle and Stone Gate Mountain etc., all of which are 3000 meters above sea level. The lie of the mountain, magnificent and imposing, and the geographical features, vivid and grandiose, have got the good mane “Model Mountains” from where the longest rivers of Taiwan rise. There grow the precious Chinese juniper and nanmu trees etc., verdant and luxuriant, making the hot summer feel like autumn. The main peak of Mount Hehuan, 3394 meters above sea level, is the coldest 1 zone of Taiwan. The dense primeval forest covers the mountain and on the half way of the southern side, there is a waterfall, 520 meters in length, pouring down vertically from the sky, an unique and stirring scene which is the best of its kinds in the whole province – Hehuan Waterfall. Read the rest of this entry »
The geographical position and landscape of Taiwan has provided the island with ample scopes for adventure activities. Taiwan is in fact, a haven for exciting activities that attracts numerous tourists from across the globe. While the Pacific coastline and its marine resource hosts a number of thrilling activities, the Central Mountains fringing the island are perfect locales for fun.
Taiwan bears some of the highest peaks in East Asia, which host a number of thrilling activities like hiking and skiing. The Yushan and a dozen other peaks that dot the island have thus emerged as popular tourist destinations, calling in hikers to savor the fascinating landscape of the island. The hills are home to innumerable species of birds and insects, and the lush spread of subtropical vegetation that carpets the ranges add to the charm of being here. Read the rest of this entry »