Taroko GorgeThings To Do

01

Taroko Gorge

attraction
SIGHTSEEING, HIKING
Maps

Taroko Gorge is a deep marble canyon with sheer gray walls and a blue-green river far below. Forest clings to the cliffs, and temples, bridges, and tunnels appear between the rock and mist.

02

Taroko National Park

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Taroko National Park rises from the Pacific coast into marble cliffs, deep gorges, and misty peaks. The Liwu River cuts through white stone walls and glows blue-green below narrow trails. Cedar forest, shrines, and hanging bridges add quiet human touches to the huge landscape.

03

Eternal Spring Shrine

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

The shrine sits high on a steep cliff in the heart of the gorge. Bright red and gold colors stand out against the grey marble walls. A white waterfall flows directly from beneath the temple into the river below. Mist often floats around the green mountains to create a peaceful scene.

04

Swallow Grotto

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Swallow Grotto is a narrow marble canyon cut by the Liwu River. Sheer gray walls rise above the road, and the water glows blue-green below. Small tunnels and ledges make the gorge feel close, cool, and powerful.

05

Tunnel of Nine Turns (Jiuqudong)

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

A narrow path clings to pale marble walls above the fast Liwu River below. Light slips through tunnel openings, and the gorge feels cool, steep, and close enough to touch.

06

Qingshui Cliff

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Qingshui Cliff rises in pale stone walls above the Pacific Ocean. The sea below shifts from deep blue to bright turquoise near shore. Forested peaks press close to the road, making the coast feel sharp and alive.

07

Shakadang Trail

attraction
HIKING
Maps

Shakadang Trail follows a clear blue stream through Taroko Gorge. Marble cliffs rise close beside the path, showing folded grey and white stone. Ferns, fig trees, and damp rock keep the air cool and quiet.

08

Baiyang Trail

attraction
HIKING
Maps

Baiyang Trail winds through rugged limestone cliffs and dark mountain tunnels. The path follows a rushing turquoise river that cuts deep into the marble gorge. Lush green ferns cling to the rocks while sunlight flickers through the high canopy above. It is a peaceful walk where the sound of flowing water fills the cool air.

09

Zhuilu Old Trail

attraction
HIKING
Maps

The Zhuilu Old Trail carves through sheer marble cliffs above Taiwan's Taroko Gorge. A narrow path clings to rock face hundreds of meters above the Liwu River. You move through cool forest and emerge onto open ledges with views deep into the valley below.

10

Xiangde Temple

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Xiangde Temple clings to a rocky mountainside deep inside Taroko Gorge. Stone steps climb past old trees to a bright main hall. Incense smoke rises through cool mountain air. A tall white Guanyin statue stands at the edge, watching over the river valley far below.

11

Tianfeng Pagoda

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Tianfeng Pagoda rises above Taroko Gorge in bright red and white tiers. Stone steps pass through trees and temple paths, then the tower opens to steep green cliffs, river bends, and moving cloud.

12

Buluowan Terrace

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

This massive river terrace sits high above the roaring river gorge. Lush green mountains completely surround the wide open grassy plateaus. Small wooden cabins dot the upper levels among the tall green trees. The breathtaking suspension bridge hangs gracefully over the deep canyon below.

13

Hehuanshan

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Hehuanshan rises in pale green folds above Taiwan's central mountains. Wind moves through dwarf bamboo, and clouds slide across the road near Wuling. On clear days, the peaks feel open, cold, and bright under a hard blue sky.

14

Qixingtan Beach

attraction
SIGHTSEEING
Maps

Qixingtan Beach curves along a wide bay beside the Pacific. Smooth gray pebbles cover the shore, shining after each wave. Behind the water, green mountains rise in a clean line.