Collection Taiwan Travel 2026.08.18

The Face of Taiwan Shaped by Waves and Rocks

A Geological Journey from Northern Monoliths to Eastern Pacific Cliffs

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Taiwan's coast varies dramatically over short distances, from the sandstone erosion topography in the north to sea-eroded plateaus in the east and uplifted coral reefs in the south. We've selected actual locations with distinct geological features. By exploring the local history, natural environment, and how these areas are used, the diversity of Taiwan is revealed in greater detail rather than simply listing popular spots.

The sea can become dangerous even on clear days. Prioritize safety lines and warnings for waves and strong winds over photography composition, and avoid entering controlled areas. Operating hours, transportation, and reservation procedures may change depending on the season and events, so be sure to check the official guidelines right before your departure. Instead of cramming multiple distant locations into one day, including travel time, rest, and weather variables in your schedule will allow you to fully understand the context of each place without rushing.

Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu Geopark is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. It's a representative geological site where you can observe the Queen's Head rock and honeycomb erosion formations along designated walking paths. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. Always check for strong wind and wave alerts, verify entry times, and never cross the red safety lines. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 新北市萬里區野柳里港東路167-1號 둘러볼 점 여왕머리바위와 벌집 모양 침식 지형을 지정 보행로에서 관찰할 수 있는 대표 지질 명소다. 방문 팁 강풍과 파랑 경보, 입장 회차를 확인하고 붉은 안전선을 절대 넘지 않는다.

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Heping Island Geological Park

Hepingdao Geopark

Hepingdao Geopark is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. It's an excellent spot to explore sea-eroded plateaus, monoliths, and swimming areas in the context of the harbor city's history. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. Natural swimming areas may close depending on waves and water quality, so check for swim notices and equipment regulations. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 基隆市中正區平一路360號 둘러볼 점 해식대지와 기암, 바닷물 수영 구역을 항구 도시의 역사와 함께 살펴보기 좋다. 방문 팁 천연 풀장은 파도와 수질에 따라 닫히므로 수영 가능 공지와 장비 규정을 확인한다.

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Nanya Rock Formation

Nanya Rocks

Nanya Rocks is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. You can see striped sandstone formed by ocean winds and differential erosion from a nearby roadside viewpoint. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. Use designated parking spaces and crossing points, and do not go down to the rocks on days with high waves. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 新北市瑞芳區南雅里北部濱海公路旁 둘러볼 점 바닷바람과 차별 침식이 만든 줄무늬 사암을 도로변 전망 구역에서 가까이 볼 수 있다. 방문 팁 정식 주차 공간과 횡단 위치를 이용하고 파도가 높은 날 바위 아래로 내려가지 않는다.

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Bitoujiao Trail

Bitoujiao Trail is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. It is great for walking along a stair-like viewpoint that connects the cape's ridge, lighthouse, and northeast coast. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. There is little shade and many steps, so prepare water and check on military construction control before you start. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 新北市瑞芳區鼻頭路99號 둘러볼 점 곶의 능선과 등대, 동북각 해안선이 이어지는 계단형 전망길을 걷기 좋다. 방문 팁 그늘이 적고 계단이 많아 물을 준비하며 군사·공사 통제 여부를 출발 전에 확인한다.

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Qixingtan Beach

Qixingtan Beach is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. You can enjoy a representative coastal scene of Hualien, with the Pacific Ocean, pebble beach, and Central Mountain Range all in one view. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. Since the tide rises sharply and the waves can be strong, do not enter the water and follow coast alerts. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 花蓮縣新城鄉海岸路 둘러볼 점 태평양과 자갈 해변, 중앙산맥이 한 화면에 들어오는 화롄 대표 해안 풍경을 볼 수 있다. 방문 팁 수심이 급격히 깊어지고 파도가 강하므로 입수하지 말고 해안 경보를 따른다.

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Shitiping

Shitiping is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. It's ideal for observing the step-like sea-eroded formations and coral reef coastline along the eastern coast. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. The rock surfaces are slippery, and there is little shade, so prepare non-slip shoes and sufficient water. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 花蓮縣豐濱鄉港口村石梯坪52號 둘러볼 점 계단 모양 해식 지형과 산호초 해안을 따라 동부 해안의 지질 변화를 관찰하기 좋다. 방문 팁 바위 표면이 미끄럽고 그늘이 적으므로 미끄럼 방지 신발과 충분한 물을 준비한다.

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Pugang Geological Park Xiaoyeliu

Fugang Geopark Xiaoyeliu

Fugang Geopark Xiaoyeliu is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. You can compare mushroom rocks and sandstone layers while enjoying geological interpretations at the visitor center. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. Check the operating hours of the interpretation center and book eastern coast buses, and follow beach camping regulations. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 台東縣台東市松江路一段500號 둘러볼 점 버섯바위와 사암층을 방문자센터의 지질 해설과 함께 비교할 수 있다. 방문 팁 해설관 운영시간과 동부해안 버스 예약을 확인하고 바닷가 야영 규정을 따른다.

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Lungpan Park

Longpan Park

Longpan Park is a great place in Taiwan to actually experience the coastal and geological features. You can appreciate the vast coastal landscape of the Hengchun Peninsula with its uplifted coral grasslands and Pacific cliffs. Rather than just taking representative photos and leaving, by considering the background of the space, the surrounding community, and the flow of local visitors, the relationship between local culture and nature becomes clearer. There is high exposure during thunderstorms and strong winds, and there are few cliff railings, so stay well back from the edges. Operating hours, holidays, entry methods, and transportation may change, so check for the latest notices just before your visit, and be mindful of the movement of local users in religious, residential, and workspaces.

주소 屏東縣恆春鎮佳鵝公路 둘러볼 점 융기 산호초 초원과 태평양 절벽이 펼쳐지는 헝춘반도의 넓은 해안 풍경을 감상하기 좋다. 방문 팁 낙뢰·강풍 때 노출이 크고 절벽 난간이 적으므로 가장자리에서 충분히 떨어진다.

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Rather than trying to follow all five recommendations at once, pick one area of interest among temples, coasts, transport, indigenous cultures, or ports, and immerse yourself more deeply in that region. By exploring the local history, natural environment, and how these areas are used, the diversity of Taiwan is revealed in greater detail rather than simply listing popular spots.

After your visit, record the difficulty of access, weather conditions, and reasons you'd want to return, as these will guide your future travel plans in Taiwan. Operating hours, transportation, and reservation procedures may change depending on the season and events, so be sure to check the official guidelines right before your departure. Instead of cramming multiple distant locations into one day, including travel time, rest, and weather variables in your schedule will allow you to fully understand the context of each place without rushing.

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Yehliu Geopark

新北市萬里區野柳里港東路167-1號 · 여왕머리바위와 벌집 모양 침식 지형을 지정 보행로에서 관찰할 수 있는 대표 지질 명소다. · 강풍과 파랑 경보, 입장 회차를 확인하고 붉은 안전선을 절대 넘지 않는다.

Heping Island Geological Park

基隆市中正區平一路360號 · 해식대지와 기암, 바닷물 수영 구역을 항구 도시의 역사와 함께 살펴보기 좋다. · 천연 풀장은 파도와 수질에 따라 닫히므로 수영 가능 공지와 장비 규정을 확인한다.

Nanya Rock Formation

新北市瑞芳區南雅里北部濱海公路旁 · 바닷바람과 차별 침식이 만든 줄무늬 사암을 도로변 전망 구역에서 가까이 볼 수 있다. · 정식 주차 공간과 횡단 위치를 이용하고 파도가 높은 날 바위 아래로 내려가지 않는다.

Bitoujiao Trail

新北市瑞芳區鼻頭路99號 · 곶의 능선과 등대, 동북각 해안선이 이어지는 계단형 전망길을 걷기 좋다. · 그늘이 적고 계단이 많아 물을 준비하며 군사·공사 통제 여부를 출발 전에 확인한다.

Qixingtan Beach

花蓮縣新城鄉海岸路 · 태평양과 자갈 해변, 중앙산맥이 한 화면에 들어오는 화롄 대표 해안 풍경을 볼 수 있다. · 수심이 급격히 깊어지고 파도가 강하므로 입수하지 말고 해안 경보를 따른다.

Steping