Yonghe Mountain Bicycle Scenic Path Introduction
The Yonghe Mountain Bicycle Path focuses on showcasing the local natural resources and Hakka cultural heritage. The route includes comprehensive guides and resource information signs, directional signs, mile markers, beautified railings along the Baijian Bridge, beautification of the Hepao Bridge, a stone carving at Dongxing Rock Wall that features ancient poetry (an historical recreation), improvements to facilities in front of the Yizhi House, and the construction of new pathways and safety railings at the entrance of the Niuzizai Cave. Visitors can enjoy cycling along the Yonghe Mountain Bicycle Scenic Route either with family and friends or alone on weekends, experiencing the fun of biking while admiring breathtaking scenery filled with numerous attractions worth stopping to appreciate and savor. Highlights include the sturdy century-old maple tree, the rare “Joint Office” of the Land God, the lush path of the Tiaodan Ancient Road, the ingeniously crafted Niuzizai Rock Tunnel, the deeply affectionate “Couple Tree,” and thought-provoking historical sites like the Yongning Yi Crossing Monument, Liu Clan Ancestral Hall, and traditional Yizhi Houses. A ride along this path guarantees health benefits and endless reminiscences! The Yonghe Mountain Bicycle Scenic Route is located in Shangxing Village, Toufen City, starting from Dongxing Riverside Park and ending at the entrance of the Niuzizai Tunnel, covering a total distance of approximately 3 kilometers. The area along the path features typical Hakka villages that preserve the simple essence of Hakka life in their residential styles and customs. Most houses face vast rice fields, offering expansive views; elders continue to live by traditional rhythms of working at sunrise and resting at sunset, reflecting a close and harmonious relationship with nature. The Land God Temple serves as their spiritual refuge, while the Xu House symbolizes their strong familial bonds. Special attractions and ecological environment: Xu Clan Ancestral Hall: The Xu House is the ancestral home of Xu Minggui, belonging to a traditional Sanheyuan architectural style. It is exceptionally well-preserved, exuding an ancient charm that inspires nostalgia. Shangpu Fude Temple: Located at No. 495 Jixiang Road, the Shangpu Fude Temple was completed in the winter of 1969. It serves not only as a faith center for local residents but also has a large tree nearby that provides a space for rest and conversation. Niukouzi Tunnel: The Niukouzi Tunnel is situated in the hilly area of Shangxing Village, overlooking the Zhonggang Creek and expansive rice paddies. The cave measures approximately 1.8 meters in height, 1.7 meters in width, and is about 100 meters long, with smooth and sturdy rock walls that lack any supporting columns. After passing through the dark tunnel, visitors can ascend along the mountain path on the right side, where they can see worker huts and remnants of the flow cage. The Niukouzi Tunnel was likely used by early residents to transport agricultural products (like sugarcane).
