Yangmingshan National Park

Located about 21km north of Taipei City, Yangmingshan National Park is one of Taiwan's most beautiful national parks and a popular sightseeing spot for its hot springs and crystals. sulfur.

The park was built during the Qing Dynasty. At that time, this place was known as Caoshan (Mountain Grass) with old trees. In 1937, when Japan colonized Taiwan, the park was named Daiton National Park. In 1950, when the Japanese withdrew from Taiwan, Chiang Kai-shek renamed the park Yangmingshan in memory of the scholar Wang Yangming of the Ming Dynasty. In 1962, the park was invested, redesigned and rebuilt on the old land and today becomes one of the unique destinations that visitors should not miss when coming to Taipei city.

There are quite a few scenic spots in the park, but it would be difficult to visit all of them in one day. Here are some destinations you should prioritize when visiting Duong Minh Son Park:

Yangmingshuwu

Built in 1969, the park was chosen as the resting place and receiving guests of former president Chiang Kai-shek. Called Zhongxing Guesthouse, it is an interesting stop for those interested in the history of the park.

Xiaoyoukeng

Xiaoyoukeng is a post-volcanic geopark, located in the northwest of Qixing Mountain, at an altitude of 805 meters above sea level. This area is where visitors can see vent holes from the ground along with sulfur deposits. From here, visitors can easily find the Arrow Bamboo Trail leading to the top of Qixing Mountain, 1120 meters above sea level and also the highest mountain in Yangmingshan Park. Upon descending, visitors should follow the East Peak path to visit Qixing Park, Menghuan Pond, and Lengshuikeng, all of which offer spectacular views of downtown Taipei and Mount Shamao.

Erziping

Located between the peaks of Datun and Erzi mountains, the approximately 2km Erziping Trail was built along the tectonic depression of the Yangmingshan volcano. Erziping is considered one of the 10 most beautiful trails in Taiwan, comparable to the roads in Alishan and Taroko Gorge. Thanks to its regular paved surface and pleasant weather, it is the most accessible walkway in Yangmingshan National Park. It also has diverse and impressive vegetation from forest trees such as red Nanmu, Japanese black pine and Chinese rubber Formosa. There are also a lot of shrubs and all kinds of ferns, butterfly food plants, nectar and aquatic plants are found in this area. Erziping is an ideal place for sightseeing, climbing and walking to be able to observe the rich natural flora.

Datun . Nature Park

Datun Nature Park is located at the northwest foot of Datun Mountain next to District Highway 101A (Bailaka Highway). Located at an altitude of about 800 meters above sea level, this park has been restored using regenerative methods. It is known for its warm temperate climate, broadleaf forests and volcanic cones. In addition to the samples of plants, animals and insects on the premises, there is also an exhibition hall in Datun Nature Park dedicated to the early human activity in the Yangmingshan area, especially the industry. local indigo. The exhibition hall, though relatively small, is cleverly designed so that visitors can sit in front of the lobby's large French windows and look out over the pristine lake, misty mountains, old trees, and wide sky. open.

Lengshuikeng

Lengshuikeng is considered the hot spring of Yangmingshan Park. The water here is 40 ° C colder than in other places, so people call this place the Cold Water Tunnel. Lengshuikeng is a crater shaped like an upside down bowl with hot springs gushing non-stop. In addition to the unique volcanic landscape, Lengshuikeng hot spring is divided into two areas. On one side is a hot spring cave with ivory white crystalline powder, this area is only for visitors. On the other side is a hot spring with milky and milky color from white sulfur, people call this place the Milk Pool. Visitors can come here to both visit and use the natural hot spring swimming pool and completely free of charge.

Qingtiangang

This is the most famous area of Duong Minh Son Park, as visitors can enjoy the city view without having to walk too far. It's also a nice spot to host a family picnic or just sit back and enjoy the surrounding lushness. In the afternoon, the grasslands are often covered with a thick layer of fog. On good weather days, the sky is clear enough, visitors can zoom in and see the city of Taipei in the distance. If you happen to visit in autumn, Qingtiangang will leave you in awe with its breathtaking view of silver-golden grasslands.

Coming to Duong Minh Son Park, visitors can go to the trails and visit the surrounding scenic spots. If you are a lover, passionate about exploring nature and passionate about travel, then come here. Around the park, there will be signs and detailed maps of the trails so that visitors can easily navigate and enjoy the beauty of this rich nature.

Operating time:

Unlimited time

Entrance ticket price:

All free