Taimali Golden Needle Mountain Introduction
Every year from August to September, along the winding and narrow mountain roads intersecting with the sea, one climbs to an elevation of 1,450 meters, where a vast expanse of golden daylilies unfolds before the eyes, giving rise to the name Jinzheng Mountain (Daylily Mountain). The hiking trail is equipped with several pavilions and observation decks that provide a broad view of the flower sea and the cityscape below. With a view facing the ocean, one can even gaze across the entire Pacific Ocean. Every angle reveals different scenery, and at the summit lies a first-order triangulation point, a part of Taiwan’s Minor 100 Peaks, which is truly breathtaking! Shuangru Peak (Twin Peaks) is the highest point of Jinzheng Mountain and offers the best vantage point for enjoying the flowers, as it is recognized as the area where daylilies are most densely populated. Entering the nearby Sunrise Pavilion or Millennium Pavilion, one can admire the sea of flowers shrouded in mist, watching the golden waves of flowers rolling in like a dreamy wonderland. Along the way, vendors sell dishes made from daylilies, allowing visitors to enjoy fried daylilies, daylily tea eggs, and cold daylily salad at the observation decks overlooking the stunning flower sea—truly delightful! Dried daylilies are also available for purchase to take home for cooking! The climate here is rich and varied, creating excellent conditions for plant growth, with flowers blooming in every season: cherry blossoms from January to March, wild lilies from April to May, hydrangeas from June to July, daylilies from August to October, and maple leaves from November to December. This area also produces dragon fruit, hibiscus flowers, Taifeng tea, and lychee, providing both visual and culinary satisfaction, ensuring that your visit from afar will be worthwhile.
