Xue Mountain National Park Introduction
Xueshan National Park was established in 1992 (the 81st year of the Republic of China) with its northern boundary defined by the ridge between Bian Gu Yan Mountain and Le Shan, the eastern boundary marked by the upper reaches of the Dajia River, the western boundary defined by the natural ridge from Beikeng Mountain to Xiaoxue Mountain, and the southern boundary defined by Yuluoweishan and the midstream of Dajia River. It is located at the intersection of Hsinchu, Miaoli, and Taichung, making it the fifth national park established in Taiwan. Within Xueshan National Park, towering mountains create a magnificent landscape with elevation differences exceeding 3,000 meters, centered around Xueshan and radiating multiple ridges outward. The distant and near ridges extend sinuously, with distinct layers and steep terrain, among which Xueshan and Dabajian Mountain are the most representative. The main peak of Xueshan is located in the central part of the Xueshan mountain range, standing at 3,886 meters, making it the highest point of the mountain range and the second highest peak in Taiwan. It is collectively known as one of the "Five Great Mountains of Taiwan" along with Yushan, Nanhu Dasha, Xiuguluan Mountain, and Beidawu Mountain, with its name derived from the Taiwan Provincial Gazetteer due to its appearance, which is described as "snowy and bright, shining white like jade." Dabajian Mountain, at 3,492 meters, is known as the "Century Odd Peak," with a magnificent appearance, and is collectively referred to as "The Three Peaks of Taiwan" alongside Zhongjian Mountain and Dafen Mountain.
