Shei-Pa National Park Introduction
Xueshan National Park was established in 1992 (the 81st year of the Republic of China). It is bordered to the north by the ridge between Bijin Mountain and Leshan, the eastern boundary is the upper reaches of Dajia River, the western boundary is the natural ridge from Beikeng Mountain to Xiaoxueshan, and the southern boundary is defined by Yuluoweishan and the middle reaches of Dajia River. The park is located at the intersection of Hsinchu, Miaoli, and Taichung counties and is the fifth national park officially established in Taiwan. Within Xueshan National Park, high mountains stand tall, creating a magnificent landscape with an altitude difference of over three thousand meters. Centered around Xueshan, several ridges radiate outward, with mountains stretching in intricate layers. Among them, Xueshan and Dabajian Mountain are the most representative. The main peak of Xueshan is located in the middle of the Xueshan Mountain Range, standing at 3,886 meters, making it the highest point of the range and the second highest peak in Taiwan. Along with Yushan, Nanhudashan, Xiuguluan Mountain, and Beidawushan, it is collectively known as the "Five Peaks of Taiwan." The historical record of Taiwan describes Xueshan as having "snow that is bright and clear, shining white like jade." Dabajian Mountain, at 3,492 meters, is renowned as the "Century Peak," known for its grandeur, and along with Zhongjian Mountain and Dafeng Mountain, it is collectively referred to as the "Three Peaks of Taiwan."
