Point : Tatkuanshan / Lalashan |
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Mt Tatkuan is a natural forest reserve for a special species of cypress wood, which possess broad leaves and exude nice fragrance. The entire area has been untouched and its ecology well preserved.
Going up along the mountain slopes towards Paling, visitors will enjoy view of the mountain vegetation in its natural settings. Originally known as Lalashan (Mt Lala), the mountain was designated as natural reserved area in August 1986. This encompasses the northern mountainous areas around Paling which are known for the natural red cypress trees. Of particular interest are the 22 stalks of the aged-old giant red cypress wood stood in strange postures. Along the 3.7 km long observation walkway, there are various species of plants and vegetation for visitors to admire and researchers to study. In addition, there are also rare species of wild animals such as the Taiwan Black Bears, Macacus Monkeys and Mountain Goats which are protected animals. With the presence of these animals, the area has also become an important wildlife preservation area on the island.
Currently, the Forestry Department has built a parking lot, visitor walkways, description plagues, trails and sheds. This mountain area is now a popular tourist spot along the North Cross Island Highway.
Tatkuanshan Natural Forest Reserve Area
Formerly named Lalashan, the mountain became known after the discovery of many giant red cypress trees. From the cypress woodland, visitors can track along the Bafu ridge, through easy trails leading to the entrance of the mountain peak. Along the way, you will see giant trees, rare fungus plant, and flowers. After an hour, you will reach a green plateau and there, start your ascend to the peak for the next half an hour. As climbers are frequent, the trails are easily identifiable and accessible.
The peak, at more than 2,000 meters high, affords splendid panoramic views of the surrounding mountains such as Fuchishan (Husband and Wife Mountain), Chatienshan (Pot Sky Mountain), Huimushan (Cypress Mountain), Tatmanshan etc.
Paling is a town located at the middle of the North Cross Island Highway. It is divided into upper, middle and lower section. The section at the North Cross Island Highway is the Lower Paling. To go from the lower section (Siapaling), to the upper section (Shanpaling), visitors needs to use the road (200 meters high) behind the Northern Cross Road village. The middle (Chungpaling) and lower sections are fruit producing areas. Every year from March to April, trees are ridden with fruits all along the roads. At its high altitude, which affords wide view of the surrounding areas, this area has become a very popular tourist spot along the North Cross Island Highway.
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By car :
From Chungli Highway Interchange, exit to Chungfung Road (County Route) to Tahsi.
Then, turn to North Cross Island Highway (Provincial Route) and you will reach Shiapaling. Continue and make a left turn to Shanpaling.
Go straight and you will reach Tatkuanshan Natural Preservation Area.
From Taipei, go along the Provincial Route passing Shanchia to Shanmin. Connect to North Cross Island Highway (passing Fushin) and you will reach Shiapaling.
Follow the same direction as above. The whole journey is about 88.7 km.
By bus :
From Tahsi, take the Taoyuan Express Bus or the Taichi Express Bus bound for Paling and alight at Paling stop.
From Ilan, take the Taichi Express Bus bound for Paling and alight at Paling stop. There is only one trip daily leaving at 07:50.
From Paling, take a taxi to Tatkuan Natural Preservation Area. |
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