Xueshan National Park Introduction
Xueshan National Park was established in 1992 (the 81st year of the Republic of China), bounded by the ridge between Bianqueyan Mountain and Leshan to the north, the upper reaches of the Dajia River to the east, the natural ridge from Beikeng Mountain to Xiaoxue Mountain to the west, and Yuluowei Mountain and the middle reaches of the Dajia River to the south. It is located at the junction of Hsinchu County, Miaoli County, and Taichung City, and is the fifth national park officially established in Taiwan. Xueshan National Park features towering mountains and magnificent scenery, with elevation differences exceeding 3,000 meters. Centered around Xueshan, multiple ridges radiate outward, with the nearby and distant mountain ridges stretching in a winding manner and displaying distinct layers. The terrain is steep, with Xueshan and Daba Mountain being the most representative peaks. The main peak of Xueshan, located in the central part of the Xueshan Mountain Range, stands at 3,886 meters, making it the highest point of the range and the second highest peak in Taiwan, alongside Yushan, Nanhu Mountain, Xiuguluan Mountain, and Beidawu Mountain, collectively known as the "Five Major Peaks of Taiwan." The historical record of Taiwan describes Xueshan as having "snow accumulated, bright and clear, shining white like jade." Daba Mountain, at 3,492 meters, is renowned as the "Century Peak" for its majestic appearance, and along with Central Peak and Dafeng Peak, is collectively referred to as the "Three Peaks of Taiwan."
