Yako Introduction
The Yabuli Pass on the Southern Cross-Island Highway is a must-visit attraction along the journey, located at the border of Taitung and Kaohsiung counties, with an elevation of 2,722 meters. It is most known for the Daguanshan Tunnel, which traverses the main ridge of the Central Mountain Range; it is the highest point of the Southern Cross-Island Highway and the highest tunnel in Taiwan. The Daguanshan Tunnel divides the island of Taiwan into eastern and western halves: to the west is Mei Mountain Village in the Taoyuan District of Kaohsiung City; to the east is Lidau Village in Haiduan Township, Taitung County. The landscapes and climates of the two areas differ significantly. The eastern entrance of the Daguanshan Tunnel, located in Taitung County, often forms a sea of clouds around 2,500 meters above sea level in the afternoon due to the influence of moisture-laden monsoon winds, coupled with the uplift of air currents and geographical barriers. Tourists can enjoy stunning views along the way to Yabuli Pass, including the sunlit Shangyang Mountain cliffs, deep valleys of sea of clouds, towering mountains, lush giant trees, and high mountain waterfalls. The surrounding natural environment and rich ecology provide opportunities for sightseeing and hiking, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the fresh atmosphere and forget the fast-paced urban life and worries. While the Southern Cross-Island Highway is passable, there are still fixed road control times, and due to changing road conditions in the high mountains, please remember to check real-time traffic conditions on the Intelligent Provincial Highway Information Service website before traveling to avoid disruptions to your plans.
