Xueshan National Park Introduction
Xueshan National Park was established in 1992. It is bounded by the ridge between Bianguyan Mountain and Leshan to the north, the upper reaches of Dajia River to the east, the natural ridgeline from Beikeng Mountain to Xiaoxue Mountain to the west, and Yurowei Mountain and the middle reaches of Dajia River to the south. It is located at the junction of Hsinchu, Miaoli, and Taichung counties and is the fifth national park established in Taiwan. Xueshan National Park features towering mountains and magnificent landscapes, with an elevation difference of over 3,000 meters, centered around Xueshan and radiating multiple ridges. The mountain ridges stretch and are clearly layered, showcasing steep terrain, with Xueshan and Daba Jianshan being the most representative peaks. 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 in the range and the second highest peak in Taiwan. It is collectively referred to as one of the "Five Major Peaks of Taiwan" alongside Yushan, Nanhu Dasha, Xiuluan Mountain, and Beidawu Mountain. The name "Xueshan" comes from the observation that its "accumulated snow shines brightly clear and white as jade". Daba Jianshan, standing at 3,492 meters, is renowned as the "Century's Wonder Peak", known for its grand appearance and is collectively referred to as "Taiwan's Three Jians" along with Central Jianshan and Dafen Jianshan.
