Taroko National Park is arguably the most famous attraction in Eastern Taiwan. Established in 1986, the Taroko National Park is located in Hualien County, aiming to protect the natural scenery, historical relics, and wildlife. It is a pity if you have not been to Taroko National Park during a visit to Taiwan because the grand canyons and spectacular mountains create the most mesmerizing landscape on the island. Taroko, which means "beautiful" in the aboriginal Atayal language, has the beautiful natural sceneries of the Eternal Spring Shrine, Swallows' Grottoes, Liwu Valley, and Tunnel of Nine Turns. All these sceneries would make a fantastic impression to every visitor. The famous Paiyang Waterfall and the Tsingshui Precipice are the perfect expressions of the topographic natural wonders of Taroko National Park. These are just a few of the many wonderful sub-attractions inside the national park. The park also features its diverse species of animals, plants, birds, and butterflies. You may find half of the species of Taiwan mammals here, also the vegetations such as broadleaved forests, mixed broadleaved, and coniferous forests. In addition, ninety percent of the resident species of birds and over half of the butterfly species in Taiwan can be found in the park.
Taroko National Park is well known for its narrow road with distinct nature views. It took four years to complete, and took 450 lives during its construction. Depending on the weather conditions, parts of the road may not be open to the public. However, the sceneries you may see on the highway are so magnificent that you will be amazed unceasingly. The natural marvel of Taroko is one of Asia's most spectacular sights, and should not be missed.
For more sightseeing attractions and other information about Hualien, please visit our Hualien Tourism website.
For more Taroko National Park information, please visit its official website.
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By bus: Take the bus 'Hualien to Suao' or 'Suao to Hualien' and get off at Taroko National Park stop. By car: Drive along No.9 provincial route toward Sincheng and Taroko.
