Longpan Park Introduction
Longpan Park is located alongside Jiae Highway on the Hengchun Peninsula and is a coral limestone platform bordering the Pacific Ocean. Due to long-term erosion by seawater on the limestone, it has created cliffs, seepages, fissures, limestone caves, and red soil, forming the most beautiful coastline in the area. Standing on the shore, the sheer cliffs drop down several dozen meters, presenting a magnificent landscape sculpted by natural forces. The limestone contains many fracture surfaces, and as seawater continually erodes along these joints, it breaks the limestone into pieces of various sizes. Under the dragging force generated by the waves, these rock fragments gradually break off, forming the cliffs. If the cliffs were only orange-hued rocks against the sea, the scenery might appear monotonous; however, numerous green plants thrive here, adding a more vibrant appearance. With a blue sky and blue sea blending seamlessly, and the wind stirring the waves and grass, the scene becomes a white and green "romance." Such breathtaking views can easily make one forget to move. Walking along the trails in Longpan Park, one can also discover interesting variations in the surroundings. Originally a red dirt path, a turn might reveal a small group of coral rock clusters along the road. Continuing forward, the rocky path changes into green grass, and approaching the shore, larger coral formations appear, as if seated on the ground, accompanying travelers as they admire the natural beauty harmonized by sea and sky. Longpan Park offers an uninterrupted view of the vast sky and ocean, with minimal light pollution, making it an ideal spot for watching sunrises, enjoying sunset glow, and stargazing. Rising early for the moment of sunrise is worthwhile; arriving early to wait for the moment of the sunset glow is worthwhile; sacrificing nighttime rest for the spectacle of the starry sky is still worthwhile. It's all "worth it" simply because Longpan Park is a rare place that boasts beautiful scenery both day and night.
