Monkey Cave Waterfall Introduction
The Monkey Cave Stream Head, located within the Baiyun Village, was historically known as "Monkey Cave Pit" and is also referred to as "Stream Head," while modern locals call it "Baishi Jiao." According to local legends, there were many macaques inhabiting the cave, which is how it got its name. The Monkey Cave Stream originates from the eastern foothills of the Sidu Mountain and has a total length of five kilometers, making it one of the important rivers in Jiaoxi Township. The stream serves as the boundary river between Toucheng and Jiaoxi Townships, with the upstream section, about one kilometer long, belonging entirely to Jiaoxi Township, while the middle and downstream sections belong to Toucheng Township. In 1917, to facilitate irrigation for agricultural land and to prevent flooding, embankments and irrigation channels were constructed, and a plaque was installed at the waterfall's source to commemorate this event, with the words "Monkey Cave Stream Head" inscribed. The water of the Monkey Cave Stream waterfall flows rapidly with significant elevation differences. In addition to admiring the waterfall, visitors can walk along the trail to promote physical health and absorb phytoncides! The water flowing from the Monkey Cave Stream waterfall is crystal clear. From the Monkey Cave Stream waterfall, one can also enjoy the scenic views of the Lanyang area.
