Stone Umbrella Introduction
Shiyusan is located between Ba Xian Cave and San Xian Tai, roughly along Route 11. This 1-kilometer-long cape extends from the coast into the sea and is characterized by coastal erosion features formed from limestone uplift. Originally, there were several sea-eroded rock pillars shaped like umbrellas on the cape, but only one remains standing, resembling a rain umbrella, hence it is called Shiyusan. Shiyusan is actually a balance rock, consisting of two stacked rock layers; the upper layer is composed of harder coral reef rock, while the lower layer is made up of softer gravel rock. Over years of erosion from wind and rain, the differing hardness of the rocks led to varying rates of erosion, resulting in a shape that is narrow at the bottom and wide at the top, resembling an open umbrella. In addition to Shiyusan, the cape also features rich coastal erosion landscapes such as sea-eroded gates and potholes, which are very scenic and worth observing. Visitors can enjoy the view from a pavilion, taking in the sight while listening to the sound of the waves, creating a unique experience. There is a wooden plank path next to the Shiyusan viewing pavilion that leads to a small bay with clear waters, where Shiyusan appears as if it is standing atop a whale.
