Carp Mountain Park Introduction
Liyu Mountain is a hill located in the center of Taitung City, with an elevation of about 75 meters. It boasts an excellent natural environment and a panoramic view, allowing visitors to see Green Island and even Orchid Island on clear days. This area serves as a recreational green space for local residents, where one can enjoy the magnificent natural scenery from the mountaintop during both morning and evening, making it an ideal spot for relaxation. Liyu Mountain Park features a 1.7-kilometer long trail for tourists to stroll and appreciate the beautiful vistas from different angles. Along the trail, there are several viewing platforms, including Lishou, Beiling, and Litui, each offering different viewpoints for guests to overlook the splendid panorama of Taitung City. Liyu Mountain Park also has a rich historical and cultural background. In the past, when there were not many buildings in the urban area, Liyu Mountain served as a landmark for people to identify directions. Today, the park still contains structures such as the Martyrs’ Shrine and several memorial monuments commemorating those who have passed. Nearby Liyu Mountain Park, there is a children’s sports park with recreational facilities located to the east of the county sports center, which can also be accessed by walking to Tiehua Village and Taitung Transit Station.
