Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, with its forest railways, Sacred Trees, sea of clouds, sunrise, and cherry blossoms, is the most famous and popular forest recreational area in Taiwan. It is a brilliant jadeite shinning on the Alishan Mountain Range.
You may take the renowned mountain touring forest railway at TRA Chiayi Station, slowly make your way to the terminal station Alishan Station (the forest railway’s main line currently operates between Chiayi and Fenqihu only, not fully operational yet) while enjoying the marvelous landscape of forest. You can also drive via the Provincial Highway No. 18, which will take you to Alishan National Forest Recreational Area at the 88.2k marker with an elevation of 2216 meters in less than two hours.
The Alishan Mountain Range is one of the Top Five Mountain Ranges in Taiwan. Alishan (Ali Mountain) is not just a mountain, but the name for the entire mountain area. Rich in Taiwan Red Cypress and Taiwan Yellow Cypress ever since the ancient times, Alishan became the largest forest area in 1912 until the end of 1960s. The primitive cypress forests almost die out after the logging by the Japanese and the nationalist government. Only some 40 Giant Red Cypress beside the Giant-tree Plant Walk-1 and -2 survived to date for us to remember the majestic forest of Sacred Trees back in the day. “Alishan Sianglin Sacred Tree”, with a height of 45 meters and a circumference of 12.3 meters, approximately 2300 years old, is the tallest of all and a stop visitors to Alishan should never miss.
There is a rich ecology in Alishan National Forest Recreational Area. In particular, the most unique species among the flora are the rare Oleandra wallichii, Huperzia somae, Alishan Mahonia, and Taiwan Pleione. As for those of fauna, there are Taiwan macaque, Mikado Pheasant as well as the little stars like Steere's Liocichla, Collared Bush Robin, and Alisan's Salamander. A vibrant ecosystem it is.
Aside from the Sacred Tree, there are lots of attractions worthy of visiting: Alishan Forest Railways, the ethereal Sister Ponds, the magnificent sea of clouds, the splendid Chushan Sunrise, Shouzhen Temple, Hundred-year-old Ciyun Temple, the historical sites of forestry, the various flowers such as cherry blossoms and rhododendron in the spring time, and so on and so forth. Alishan National Forest Recreational Area is an international-level tourist attraction that represents the cloud forest belt in Taiwan, welcoming tourists around the world to come to learn about the rich and beautiful mountains and forests in Taiwan.
You may take the renowned mountain touring forest railway at TRA Chiayi Station, slowly make your way to the terminal station Alishan Station (the forest railway’s main line currently operates between Chiayi and Fenqihu only, not fully operational yet) while enjoying the marvelous landscape of forest. You can also drive via the Provincial Highway No. 18, which will take you to Alishan National Forest Recreational Area at the 88.2k marker with an elevation of 2216 meters in less than two hours.
The Alishan Mountain Range is one of the Top Five Mountain Ranges in Taiwan. Alishan (Ali Mountain) is not just a mountain, but the name for the entire mountain area. Rich in Taiwan Red Cypress and Taiwan Yellow Cypress ever since the ancient times, Alishan became the largest forest area in 1912 until the end of 1960s. The primitive cypress forests almost die out after the logging by the Japanese and the nationalist government. Only some 40 Giant Red Cypress beside the Giant-tree Plant Walk-1 and -2 survived to date for us to remember the majestic forest of Sacred Trees back in the day. “Alishan Sianglin Sacred Tree”, with a height of 45 meters and a circumference of 12.3 meters, approximately 2300 years old, is the tallest of all and a stop visitors to Alishan should never miss.
There is a rich ecology in Alishan National Forest Recreational Area. In particular, the most unique species among the flora are the rare Oleandra wallichii, Huperzia somae, Alishan Mahonia, and Taiwan Pleione. As for those of fauna, there are Taiwan macaque, Mikado Pheasant as well as the little stars like Steere's Liocichla, Collared Bush Robin, and Alisan's Salamander. A vibrant ecosystem it is.
Aside from the Sacred Tree, there are lots of attractions worthy of visiting: Alishan Forest Railways, the ethereal Sister Ponds, the magnificent sea of clouds, the splendid Chushan Sunrise, Shouzhen Temple, Hundred-year-old Ciyun Temple, the historical sites of forestry, the various flowers such as cherry blossoms and rhododendron in the spring time, and so on and so forth. Alishan National Forest Recreational Area is an international-level tourist attraction that represents the cloud forest belt in Taiwan, welcoming tourists around the world to come to learn about the rich and beautiful mountains and forests in Taiwan.
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Alishan Township, Chiayi County
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
Accommodation Reservation
Accommodation Reservation
Travel Information
Admission Fees
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area Gate
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Ticket Type
Full fare Ticket
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Price (NT$)
300
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Description
Citizens of Taiwan who hold identification documents can purchase discounted tickets for NT$200.
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Standard Discount Ticket
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Price (NT$)
150
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Description
Tourist holds a ticket for taking public transportation (bus or shuttle).
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Ticket Type
Half fare Ticket
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Price (NT$)
150
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Description
1. Non-local students and children (7 to 12 years old) holding student ID cards
2. Residents of Taiwan who meet the following qualifications will receive a NT$100 discount: (1) Military, police and firefighters holding ID cards. (2) Students (with student ID) and children (7 to 12 years old). (3) Those who receive compensation for official duties and hold a certificate. (4) Citizens of the county (city) where the amusement park is registered and who hold certification documents. |
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Discount Ticket
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Price (NT$)
10
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Description
1. Children (3 to 6 years old)
2. Elderly persons aged 65 or above who hold a Taiwan Permanent Residence Certificate (APRC) 3. Taiwanese citizens who meet the following qualifications: (1) Elderly persons aged 65 or above, with supporting documents. (2) Outdoor teaching for primary school students other than on holidays is organized by the school, led by teachers and with an official letter. |
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Discount Ticket
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Price (NT$)
10
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Tour guides holding a professional certificate issued by the Tourism Bureau can purchase a NT$10 discount ticket to enter the park.
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No Charge Required
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0
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1. People with easily identifiable physical and mental disabilities or holding physical and mental disability certificates and their guardians or one necessary companion
2. Children (0 to 2 years old) must be accompanied by the adult with ticket. 3. Volunteers holding "Volunteer Service Honor Card" 4. Residents registered in the amusement park are exempt from buying tickets with their national ID cards. Children who do not have national ID cards and those who have lived in the amusement park but have not registered are exempt from buying tickets with relevant supporting documents. 5. Civil servants who are on business trips to the amusement park and have travel documents such as business trip certificates. 6. Representatives of the people at all levels, volunteer police, volunteer firefighters, and civil defense personnel who have credentials to enter the amusement area for business purposes. 7. Villagers living near the forest recreation area can be exempted from purchasing tickets by presenting their ID cards when passing through the area for forestry and agricultural work. 8. Personnel from outside the zone who have business needs in the park, such as agencies (institutions), public utilities or groups within the zone, and hold supporting documents. 9. Indigenous people registered in the administrative area (township or village) of the amusement park can enjoy free admission by presenting relevant documents proving their indigenous identity. |
Small car parking lot (second parking lot)
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Small Vehicle
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100
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Big-sized Heavy Motorcycle charges the same parking fee
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Motorcycle
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20
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Opening Hours
24 hours
Business hours of each building:
Mori 2488: 9:00~17:00 (Closed on Tuesdays)
Passenger Service Center: 8:00~17:00
Museum: 8:30~16:30
Ecological Museum: 8:30~16:30 (opens earlier at 7:00 in summer from March to October)
Business hours of each building:
Mori 2488: 9:00~17:00 (Closed on Tuesdays)
Passenger Service Center: 8:00~17:00
Museum: 8:30~16:30
Ecological Museum: 8:30~16:30 (opens earlier at 7:00 in summer from March to October)
Transportation
Map
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
Google Map
Google Map
Route 1
National Hwy. 3 to Jhongpu Interchange → Provincial Hwy. 18 →Alishan
Route 2
National Hwy. 3 to Mingjian Interchange → Provincial Hwy. 16 → Shueili → Provincial Hwy. 21 (new Central Cross-island Expressway) → Tataka → Provincial Hwy.18 → Alishan
📍Traffic Information
1. Happiness Highway https://apps.apple.com/tw/app/%E5%B9%B8%E7%A6%8F%E5%85%AC%E8%B7%AF/id604698360
2. Real-time information on smart provincial roads https://168.thb.gov.tw/thb168
3. Yunjia Nan District Maintenance Engineering Branch https://thbu5.thb.gov.tw/News.aspx?n=5264&sms=13367
Vehicle restrictions for entry
1. Vehicles can reach the large parking lot in the park (for temporary parking only): Class B minibuses and Class A buses.
2. Vehicles can reach the hostel area in the park and the parking lot in front of the Visitor Service Center: small passenger cars.
Application for self-driving entry for physically disabled tourists
To facilitate wheelchair-bound visitors to visit the park, "wheelchair-bound visitors and one accompanying person who have a disability handbook or certificate" can make an appointment to apply for the first and second checkpoints in the self-driving area. The vehicle must be a rehabilitation bus, barrier-free taxi, or welfare vehicle (a private van equipped with an electric lift or ramp) that is not a Class A or B passenger vehicle.
For details on the open reservation time periods, quotas, and application methods, please visit http://chiayi.forest.gov.tw/0000352.
By Chiayi County Bus
Take Chiayi County Bus (Chiayi - Alishan), Taiwan Tourist Shuttle [7329 Chiayi High Speed Rail - Alishan] [7322 Chiayi Taiwan Railway - Alishan] and get off at the Alishan Entrance Transfer Station.
For bus schedules and driving conditions, please contact:
Chiayi County Bus Office: (05)278-8177
Website information is as follows:
Chiayi County Bus | Alishan Line: https://bus.cyhg.gov.tw/News_Content.aspx?n=4441&s=55223.
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle | Alishan Route: https://www.taiwantrip.com.tw/Frontend/Route/Select_p?RouteID=R0008.
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle | 6739 Sun Moon Lake-Alishan: https://www.taiwantrip.com.tw/Frontend/Route/Select_p?RouteID=R0099.
By Yuanlin Bus
Yuanlin Bus (Alishan - Sun Moon Lake) is available at the Alishan Entrance Transfer Station. It departs at 13:00 and 14:00 daily. Please make reservations in advance. For driving conditions, please contact the Yuanlin Bus Shuili Station: 049-2770041.
Website information is as follows:
Kuok-Kuang Bus | 1835 Taipei-Alishan
https://www.taiwanbus.tw/eBUSPage/Query/QueryResult.aspx?rno=18350&lan=C
By Kuok-Kuang Bus
For bus schedules and operating conditions of Kuo-Kuang Bus (1835 Taipei-Alishan), please contact Kuo-Kuang Bus at 0800-010-138 or Taipei Bus Terminal, Tel: (02)7733-5888.
Kuo-Kuang Bus | 1835 Taipei-Alishan https://www.taiwanbus.tw/eBUSPage/Query/QueryResult.aspx?rno=18350&lan=C
Electric amusement park vehicles
There are 10 electric minibuses in the amusement area that have passed ARTC security inspection and are legally registered. The business hours are from 8:00 to 17:00 every day, and they shuttle back and forth at the four amusement park stations in the area: [Waiting Terminal], [Zhuping Station], [Passenger Service Center Station], and [Xianglin Service Area Station].
Daily [Passenger Service Center Station/Zhuoping Station-Zhushan Station] departure time: 9:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00; return [Zhushan Station-Passenger Service Center Station/Zhuoping Station] departure time: 9:30, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 16:30. There is also the [Zhushan Stargazing Line] which departs at 19:00 every day (reservation required and subject to weather conditions) and the [Zhushan Sunrise Line].
Customer service hotline: 0800-263-520 or leave a message on the "Alishan Park Bus" Facebook page for inquiries: https://www.facebook.com/alishanebus/
By Alishan Train
Alishan Railway Line: The railway from Chiayi Station to Alishan Station. Alishan train branch lines: Zhushan Line, Zhuoping Line, and Shenmu Line in the Alishan Forest Park. For ticket booking methods and timetables, please visit the Alishan Forestry Railway Online Booking System https://afrts.forest.gov.tw/TP01_1.aspx or call "05-2768094" at Beimen Station or "05-2679200" at Alishan Station.
Park Information
| No. | Park Information |
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| 1. | Macaques are causing trouble, please pay attention to your own safety! Three don’ts to prevent monkeys: don’t feed, don’t disturb, and don’t touch. Hot spots have emerged: Zhushan, Ogasawara, Numadaira and Xianglin service areas. |
| 2. | Camping, picnicking, barbecuing, swimming, fishing, climbing, breaking flowers and leaves, or carving trees are prohibited in the recreation area. Ecotourism is used to reduce environmental impact and enjoy the natural environment. |
| 3. | There is a big temperature difference between morning and evening in mountainous areas, so please prepare appropriate warm clothes. Please pay attention to the road conditions before departure. There is often thick fog in the mountainous areas in the afternoon, so please drive carefully. |
| 4. | Smoking is prohibited in the amusement area except in the smoking area in accordance with the Tobacco Hazard Prevention Act. Please cooperate. |
| 5. | The Chiayi end of the Shen'a Ancient Trail is located in the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area. Hikers need to purchase additional tickets to enter. How to buy tickets: Purchase tickets online at the "Forest Fun" website, go to the main entrance of the amusement area to buy tickets, or call the main entrance of the amusement area at 05-2679971 and someone will come to buy tickets for you. |
| 6. | Application for vehicles with physical disabilities to pass through the Zhushan Forest Road control post in Alishan National Forest Recreation Area: Please read the application instructions carefully, download the application form from the Chiayi Branch website https://chiayi.forest.gov.tw/0000352 and fax it to the Tourist Service Center at 05-2679592. |
| 7. | To prevent the spread of rabies and ensure the safety of pets and their owners, the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area prohibits the entry of dogs, cats, and other mammals. However, this restriction does not apply to guide dogs, deaf guide dogs, and physical assistance dogs brought by people with visual, hearing, or physical disabilities, or puppies brought by professional trainers of guide dogs, deaf guide dogs, and physical assistance dogs during training. |
| 8. | Muslim Prayer Room: A Muslim prayer room is set up using the existing space on the first floor of the Visitor Service Center. Muslim friends are welcome to use it. |
| 9. | Alishan National Forest Recreation Area is a prohibited area for remote-controlled drone flights in accordance with Article 99-13, Paragraph 2 of the "Civil Aviation Act". Government agencies (institutions), schools or legal persons conducting business in this area should apply in accordance with Article 99-13, Paragraph 4 of the same law and Article 31 of the "Remote-controlled Drone Management Regulations". |
Travel Guide
Travel Guide
Attraction
Map
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots - Tashan Rock
Source 謝坤宏
Tashan is 2,663 meters above sea level and is said to be the permanent residence of the benevolent spirits of the Tsou tribe. The huge rock peak on the top of Tashan Mountain is also called Goto Rock. The rock has distinct joints and layers, and the cliffs form rugged rocks, which is a spectacular sight. By hiking up the Tashan Trail beside the "Sister" Pond, you can reach the viewing platform on the strange rock. The ultra-wide-angle view allows you to have a bird's eye view of the surrounding scenery. You can also have a bird's eye view of the recreation area and the stream landforms in the Alishan area, as well as the beautiful sea of clouds and sunset, and overlook the main peak of Yushan, Xiuguluan Mountain, Duigaoyue and other mountain landscapes.
Featured Landscape
Alishan New Eight Scenic Spots-No. 28 Giant Tree
Source 謝坤宏
The tree species "Red Cypress" is the tallest tree on the giant tree group plank road. The chest circumference is 13.1 meters and the height is 43.5 meters. The giant tree is covered with yellow flowers and plants such as rhododendrons and ferns.
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots - Mt. Ogasawara
Source 謝坤宏
In October 1904, the Alishan Survey Team of the Taiwan Governor's Office surveyed this place and named it after Chiayi Prefecture's Ogasawara Tomijiro. It is 2,488 meters above sea level. The viewing platform was newly completed in November 2005. In addition to watching the sunrise, you can also watch the sunset, the setting sun, the colorful clouds and the night constellations on the platform. The platform has an unobstructed view and overlooks the Yushan peaks, Central Mountain Range, Tashan, Duigaoyue, Wansui Mountain, Jianan Plain and Chenyoulan River.
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots -Shuishan Giant Trees
Source 謝坤宏
It is a giant red cypress tree, located next to the Shuishan Line Forest Railway that used to lead from Alishan to Dongpu. There is a 360-meter natural trail and a viewing platform where you can admire the giant tree and wander under the lush forest to enjoy the baptism of nature.
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots - Xianglin Arch Bridge
Source 謝坤宏
On the way to the "Shouzhen Temple" from the Alishan workstation, there are emerald green mountains, lush green trees, arch bridges and flowing water. There is a step on the left side in front of you across the stream. Stopping on the platform and looking back, it feels like entering Kyoto, Japan.
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots - Ciyuen Scenic Spot
Source 謝坤宏
Ciyuen Temple is one of the best spots in Alishan to watch the sea of clouds, sunset and evening glow. From here you can also see the Alishan settlement and Tashan from afar. This is also the earliest trail leading from Ciyuen Temple to Shenben. If you take a walk in the evening and see the afterglow of the sunset, the golden sea of clouds and the dancing waves are a beautiful sight. The tall and handsome Taiwan fir next to Ciyuen Temple is also not to be missed. Among the trees in Taiwan, Taiwan is named after the genus Taiwan, and there is only one species in the genus Taiwan fir. It is a specialty of Taiwan and a living fossil left over from the third century, which is extremely precious.
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots - Shenyi Waterfall
Source 謝坤宏
Shenyi Bridge was completed and opened on April 17, 2002. It crosses the Alishan River. There is gurgling water under the bridge and towering ancient trees beside the river. It is the starting point of the second phase of the Giant Trees Trail. The plank road is about 418 meters long and there are 16 giant trees along the way. Please slow down and take a few deep breaths while walking along it, and take a nostalgic giant tree ecological journey.
Featured Landscape
Alishan's New Eight Scenic Spots - Alishan Sacred Tree Relics
Source 謝坤宏
In November 1906, the Japanese discovered a giant red cypress tree near the present-day "Shenmu" station. The tree was 50 meters tall and 25 meters around at chest height. They revered it as a sacred tree. In 1914, the entire Alishan Forest Railway was opened to traffic. The towering Alishan sacred trees and the forest train passing through are almost the spiritual symbol of Alishan and have become a Taiwanese landmark known both at home and abroad. In 1953, the sacred tree of Alishan was unfortunately struck by lightning and burned, causing serious damage; on June 7, 1956, the sacred tree was struck by lightning again, and the inside of the trunk caught fire, eventually causing it to burn to death. In June 1997, due to continuous heavy rains in the mountainous area, the Alishan sacred tree collapsed at 10:05 am on July 1 due to excessive water load and loose soil. One-third of the tree trunk fell onto the railway, and the other two-thirds remained in place. Regarding how to deal with the Alishan sacred trees that have not fallen, the Forestry and Conservation Department invited experts, scholars and the public to participate in the discussion. After three large-scale questionnaire surveys and full discussions at public hearings held by legislators, it was decided to launch a series of sacred tree nostalgia and final placement activities. On June 29, 1998, the sacred tree was felled under the focused gaze of respect and reluctance from all walks of life, allowing the Alishan sacred tree to return to the embrace of nature. On the same day, a red cypress sapling was planted in the original place to carry forward the spirit of the Alishan sacred tree that symbolizes its endless vitality.
Featured Landscape
Tashan Cliff
Source 嘉義分署
Tashan is 2,663 meters above sea level. The geology of Tashan is very special. It is composed of sandstone, shale and sandstone shale of relatively young geological age. The rock joints are clearly layered, like layers of ancient towers. The cliffs form rugged rocks and natural caves everywhere. Rainwater penetrates the rocks and ravines, hangs on the walls and flies into the air, like a curtain of golden beads, which is a spectacular sight. Tashan is divided into "Little Tashan" and "Big Tashan". The same mountain range extends eastward. When viewed from the recreation area, the highest point is a large piece of protruding bare rock. According to legend, the indigenous Tsou tribe regards Data Mountain as a sacred mountain, where the souls of their ancestors reside and rest, and it is sacred and inviolable. Although the Alishan area is their traditional hunting ground, the tribesmen will never go near Datang Mountain to offend their ancestors.
Featured Landscape
Sisters Pond
Source 陳志彰
Sisters Pond consists of two pools, one large and one small. In the sister pond, the roots of large cypress trees that have been cut down are used as the foundation to stand on the water surface. Two Acacia Pavilions are built in between. There is a wooden bridge outside that connects to the shore. The bridge is 15 meters long. The water in the pond is clear and calm. It is full in summer and dry in winter. The red cypress forest on the right was formed by natural seeding. The wooden plank road around the lake is 180 meters long. Walking through the cypress forest, you can enjoy the reflection of Sister Pond in the water and the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains.
Featured Landscape
Alishan Xianglin sacred tree
Source 嘉義分署
Alishan, with an altitude of more than 2,000 meters, is located in Taiwan's fog forest belt. It is surrounded by clouds and mist all year round, with an annual rainfall of more than 4,000 mm. The abundant rainfall nourishes the thousand-year-old giant trees in Alishan. Alishan can be said to be the hometown of cypress. In order to continue the tenacious vitality of the "Alishan Sacred Tree", the Forestry and Conservation Administration, Chiayi County Government, and Tourism Bureau jointly organized the "Alishan Second Generation Sacred Tree - Who Will Compete Voting Event" in 2006. According to the results of the voting, this giant tree received the most votes. The tree species is red cypress, majestic and upright. It is the big brother giant tree in the fragrant cypress forest of Alishan. It deserves to be selected. This sacred tree is located next to Ciyun Temple in Xianglin Village, Alishan Township, Chiayi County. At the beginning of the new year (January 1, 2007), it was renamed "Alishan Xianglin Sacred Tree" with historical heritage significance. Everyone is welcome to come to Alishan to take photos with it.
Train Station
Zhuoping Station
Source 嘉義分署
Located in Zhuoping Park, it is a station on the Zhushan Branch Line of the Alishan Forest Railway. To the west of the station, you can see Tashan in the distance. Many flowers are planted in Numadaira Park, including Somei Yoshino cherry, weeping crabapple, hibiscus crabapple, iris, camellia, Oshima cherry, and Kawazu cherry, all competing for beauty. During the flower season at Alishan every year, the sight of the steam locomotive and cypress carriages of the "Alishan-Numahira" train passing under the Somei Yoshino cherry trees in front of the Alishan Police Station has become the most profound impression of Alishan for many tourists and has also attracted many tourists to visit. The first floor of Numadaira Station is the "Sakura Old Street" (mi mi yu in the Tsou language, meaning "walking around"), which has several shops providing a space for tourists to relax and sightsee.
Train Station
Shenmu Station
Source 嘉義分署
Shenmu Station, located next to the Alishan Shenmu, is a station on the main line of the Alishan Railway from Chiayi. It is the "third branch" of the forest railway. The train must back up before going forward, which always surprises tourists. The facilities in the entire area are mainly made of antique wood, including wooden railings, wooden trash cans, wooden rest pavilions, etc. Visitors to this area feel like they are walking into a time tunnel of ancient Alishan.
Train Station
Zhushan Station
Source 嘉義分署
Zhushan Station, 2,451 meters above sea level, was opened in 1956 and is currently the highest station in Taiwan. From the waiting shelter outside Zhushan Station, visitors can enjoy the view of the Yushan peaks, making it a famous sunrise viewing spot in Alishan. The nearby "Yes Mo Ho" service area, named after the Tsou language for "sunrise," provides tourists with specialty products and catering services.
Service Facilities
Map
Park Facilities
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area Gate
Source 嘉義分署
Located at the entrance of Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, please purchase the admission ticket. The ticket includes travel insurance, please keep it properly.
Park Facilities
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area Visitor Service Center
Source 嘉義分署
When visiting Alishan Forest Recreation Area, you can first go to the Visitor Service Center to learn about the park’s resources and special attractions. The service center is located in the small car parking lot and is open all year round from 08:00 to 17:00. The telephone number is 05-2679917. The service center has functional areas such as scheduled screenings of park tour videos, guide leaflets for collection, tourist consultation services, a breastfeeding room, open temporary lockers and accessible toilets. It also provides i-Taiwan wireless Internet access and temporary mobile phone charging stations to provide tourists with the most complete and friendly travel environment.
Park Facilities
Shop Area
Source 嘉義分署
It is adjacent to the Alishan Visitor Center and small car parking lot, and provides shops, restaurants, specialty products, tea and other services. It also has related support facilities such as the "Chunghwa Telecom" Alishan Service Center and the Alishan Post Office.
Park Facilities
First control post
Source 嘉義分署
The first control post on Zhushan Forest Road controls vehicles entering the park. Only vehicles holding passes, such as those for tour groups, local agencies, local residents and staff, are allowed to pass. People with limited mobility who use wheelchairs, assistive devices, etc. (must be clearly identifiable) can apply for approval in advance and present their vehicle permit, driver's license and other relevant documents to the first control post to exchange for a temporary pass for entry.
Park Facilities
Zhuoping Park
Source 嘉義分署
The Zhuoping area was originally the early timber production center of Alishan, and its employees' families formed a settlement. On November 9, 1976, the Zhuoping fire burned down the old houses. It was later planned as a natural park. The park trails run through and many Rosaceae plants are planted, including Western apples, pears, plum blossoms, weeping crabapples, etc. The renovation project began in 2011, shaping the entrance image, adjusting the trail line, beautifying the surrounding area with green plants, and designing a pavilion with a sloping roof and Japanese bungalow structure. The highest cherry blossom path in Taiwan was established, providing an accessible high-altitude plank road for people with disabilities. The terminal platform can appreciate the magnificent Tashan, the elegant cedar treetops, and overlook the vast sea of cherry blossoms from the air, so that visitors to Nuohira Park can appreciate the beauty of cherry blossoms from different angles both under the trees and on the trees. In addition, 15 contemporary Taiwanese poets such as Yu Guangzhong and Zheng Chouyu were invited to write about Alishan, and their works were included as park attractions and arranged as the Alishan Poetry Path.
Park Facilities
Zhushan Observation Deck
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The sunrise view from Alishan is justifiably famous beyond the borders of Taiwan, and Jhushan is the best place here to experience Aurora's rise. The sun-viewing platform, located next to Jhushan Station, is also a good place to gaze at the peaks of the Central Range, the cloud formations, and the evening sky colors. Shenmu Village is also visible in the distance.
Park Facilities
Ogasawara Mountain View Platform
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With a 360-degree view, you can see the Yushan peaks, Tashan, Duigaoyue and other mountain ranges, and even the Jianan Plain and Chenyoulan River. It is an excellent place to watch the sunrise and sunset of Alishan and observe the stars at night.
Park Facilities
Second control post
The second control post on Zhushan Forest Road controls vehicles entering the park, and only tour vehicles and staff vehicles holding passes are allowed to pass. People with limited mobility (who use wheelchairs, assistive devices, etc. and are clearly identifiable) can, after prior approval, go to the second control post to exchange for a temporary pass with relevant documents such as a vehicle registration permit and driver's license.
Parking Lot
Small car parking lot (second parking lot)
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Close to the shopping area and Alishan Tourist Service Center, it provides parking spaces for small passenger cars and barrier-free parking spaces. The parking fee for small passenger cars is NT$100.
Restaurant/Accommodation/Meeting Room
Alishan Workstation Large Conference Room
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The conference room can accommodate about 50 people and is equipped with a single-gun projector available for loan.
Restaurant/Accommodation/Meeting Room
Alishan Workstation Small Conference Room
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The conference room can accommodate about 12 people and is equipped with a single-gun projector available for loan.
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