Rugu Mountain Introduction
Located at the boundary between Longtan and Yangmei, Mount Rugu is renowned for its dreamy and charming night scenery, making it a popular spot for sightseeing in Taoyuan. Standing at an elevation of 390 meters, Mount Rugu gets its name from its shape, which resembles a woman's breast, a moniker given by the local Hakka people. Whether it’s enjoying the romantic view of twinkling lights in the breathtaking night, or savoring the beauty of this tea mountain during the day, there’s always something memorable to experience. It's easy to imagine how worthwhile a visit to Mount Rugu is, given the many landscape restaurants along Yangtong Road that offer Hakka cuisine, creative desserts, natural vegetarian food, and coffee and tea. With its low altitude and location in the concave area of the Dahan River, Mount Rugu provides unobstructed views; not only can visitors overlook the entire landscape of Longtan and the Dahan River Plain, but also clearly see Guanyin, Chungho, Qingpu, and Linkou. Under good visibility conditions, there is even a chance to spot Taipei 101. Every New Year’s Eve, many people arrive early at Mount Rugu to secure the best vantage points for fireworks. Whether bathed in the golden sunlight during sunset or surrounded by dazzling lights at night, consider choosing a restaurant to enjoy delicious food along with the beautiful scenery, maximizing the value of this journey! Due to its abundant rainfall and red soil, Mount Rugu creates excellent conditions for tea tree growth, making it an important tea-producing area in Taoyuan. The Fuyuan Tea Factory, located on Mount Rugu and with a history of over a century, produces classic Taiwanese teas such as Taiwan No. 18 Black Tea, Oriental Beauty Tea, and Sour Lime Tea, all highly regarded both domestically and internationally. The famous beverage brand Tea King’s Japanese Green Tea is also produced at Fuyuan Tea Factory. A tea tasting journey, including tea picking and processing, is a recommended way to experience and get to know Mount Rugu.
