Taroko Gorge, Taiwan

Quick facts

• Taroko Gorge is primarily composed of marble, which is a rare geological feature; this unique marble is over 200 million years old.
• The Central Cross-Island Highway, which runs through Taroko Gorge, was completed in 1960 and took 13 years to construct due to the challenging terrain.
• The gorge is home to the Eternal Spring Shrine, built in 1958 as a memorial to the 226 construction workers who lost their lives building the highway.
• With a depth of up to 1,000 meters, Taroko Gorge is one of the most dramatic canyons in the world, stretching approximately 19 kilometers in length.
• The park boasts over 100 kilometers of hiking trails, including the famous Zhuilu Old Trail, which features a cliffside pathway that was originally used by indigenous tribes.

Travel details

Country

Taiwan

Wind (now)

3 km/h

Coordinates

24.1589, 121.5889