Nan-Dawu Mountain Introduction
Nadavuh Mountain stands at an elevation of 2,841 meters, making it the second highest mountain in Pingtung County. Along with Beidawushan and Wutoushan, it forms a continuous mountain range that appears magnificent from a distance. Like Beidawushan, it serves as an important geographical barrier in southern Taiwan and marks the boundary between the East and West Rukai tribes. While Nadavuh Mountain is less known compared to Beidawushan, this has allowed its ecological environment to be well preserved, becoming a haven for various flora and fauna. Nadavuh Mountain is designated as the Dabu Mountain Nature Reserve, and due to abundant rainfall and minimal human impact, the original forest ecosystem remains relatively intact. Vegetation distribution changes with altitude; in the low and mid-elevation areas, there are vast expanses of primary broadleaf forests, while as the elevation rises, the plant community gradually shifts to coniferous forests. The continuous, complete, and beautiful mountain forest area from low to high altitudes is truly rare. This extraordinary ecological environment not only benefits plant growth but also provides a suitable habitat for wildlife. The birdlife in Nadavuh Mountain is just as rich and promising as that in Beidawushan, with many rare bird species often appearing here. In terms of quantity, the Temminck's tragopan and the blue-banded kingfisher lead the way, and the critically endangered Formosan clouded leopard is also said to be the most likely species to be spotted. At an elevation of about 1,300 meters near the entrance to Nadavuh Mountain, there is a lodge built by the Forestry Bureau called Jiaxing Lodge. Besides serving as a refuge, the lodge's wide view of the surrounding area makes it an ideal spot for appreciating sunrises, sunsets, and night scenery.
