introduce
Alishan Scenic Area is a landmark scenic spot in Taiwan. The Alishan Mountain Range is composed of 18 mountains and has a vast area. The essence of natural beauty is gathered in the "Alishan Forest Recreation Area". , Train” can be fully appreciated here, and when tourists mention “going to Alishan”, they usually mean coming here.
If the weather is clear, Alishan sunrise must not be missed. The well-known Zhushan Observation Deck and Ogasawara Mountain Observation Deck in the recreation area are both unobstructed and have excellent views. You can overlook the Yushan Mountains, Central Mountains, Tashan and other mountains. It will definitely make people feel worthwhile.
The sunrise time of the summer solstice is about 5 am in the morning, the winter solstice is about 7 am, and the spring and autumn equinox is about 6 am. To watch the sunrise, it is recommended to live in the recreation area. When watching the sunrise, please pay attention to bring a flashlight, a thick coat, and wear clothes that are easy to walk shoe.
sea of clouds
The sea of clouds in Alishan, one of the eight scenic spots in Taiwan, usually appears in the early morning or evening when the weather is clear in autumn and winter and the clouds are all over the place. The recommended places to enjoy the sea of clouds in the recreation area are the viewing platform next to the Alpine Museum, the Alishan Hotel, the Alishan Railway Station, and the marsh level Near the park, Ogasawara Mountain Observation Deck and the first parking lot.
evening glow
Due to the thin air and strong solar radiation in high mountain areas, the blue sky is more beautiful than the flat land, and the sunset glow is also more beautiful. Ciyun Temple, Alishan Hotel, Alishan Railway Station, Zhaping Park, Duigaoyue, Ogasawara Mountain and the vicinity of the first parking lot are all scenic spots to enjoy the sunset glow of Alishan.
forest
Alishan was originally one of the three major forest farms in Taiwan. As the altitude gradually increases, you can see all kinds of plants from tropical to temperate zones. Cherry blossoms in spring, red leaves in autumn, and the amazing thousand-year-old red cypress Walk through the forest along the more than 600-meter-long wooden plank road and enjoy the long-lost natural forest bath.
train
The little red train shuttles through the cherry blossom forest. This picture has almost become a symbol of Alishan. The small retro train was used to transport wood in the early years, but now it is a popular attraction among tourists. The railway connects Chiayi Railway Station to the amusement area. The Zhushan Line is the best choice for watching the sunrise, and the Shenmu Line can reach the forest area with towering giant trees. If you want to play around the amusement area, it is very convenient to take these two lines.
specialty
In addition to the charming natural scenery, there are many cultural landscapes in the recreation area, including the Alishan Hotel, the Alpine Museum, the Shuling Pagoda... High mountain tea is the first special souvenir of Alishan, you can buy it in Alishan Buy some around the train station and Fenchihu Old Street as gifts for relatives and friends.
opening hours
00:00-23:59 all year round
Preferential treatment policy
must see tips
1. In the natural environment, it is advisable to wear clothes, wide-brimmed hats, sports shoes or hiking shoes that are in harmony with the natural environment, and prevent snakes, bees and mosquito bites at any time.
2. In order to keep the environment tidy, please do not buy drinks, food, etc. from mobile vendors.
3. There are separate lanes for pedestrians and vehicles and zebra crossings in the area for tourists to walk, please make more use of them.
4. This area is vast. For your safety, please refer to the guide signs in the area to visit, and please do not go beyond the area boundary.
5. Do not engage in recreational activities on cliffs, cliffs, under cliffs or places with unstable geology to avoid accidents.
6. Most of the forests in this area are prone to fire. Please do not camp or enjoy the fire in the area, so as not to cause forest fires.
