Monkey Cave Waterfall Introduction
The Monkey Cave Stream Head, located within Baiyun Village, was formerly known as "Monkey Cave Pit" and is also referred to as "Stream Head." It is now commonly called "Bai Shijiao." According to local legends, there were many macaques living in the stone caves in the past, which is how it got its name. The Monkey Cave Pit originates from the eastern foothills of Si Du Mountain, stretching for five kilometers, and is one of the important rivers in Jiaoxi Township. The Monkey Cave Pit serves as the boundary river between Toucheng and Jiaoxi Townships; the upper stream for about one kilometer belongs to Jiaoxi Township, while the middle and lower streams belong to Toucheng Township. In 1917, to improve agricultural irrigation and prevent mountain floods, dikes and irrigation channels were constructed, and inscriptions were made at the waterfall's source to document this event, with the phrase "Monkey Cave Stream Head" standing by the creek. The water flow of the Monkey Cave Pit Waterfall is rapid and has a significant drop. In addition to admiring the waterfall, visitors can also stroll along the trails for health benefits and to absorb phytoncides! The water flowing at the Monkey Cave Pit Waterfall is incredibly clear. From this waterfall, one can enjoy a view of the Lanyang area.
